RORY GARDINER – Comedic Speaker | Emcee
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About
Rory is an Award-winning comedian & CCMA nominated country artist, who has shared the stage with acts like Keith Urban.
His TikTok videos have over 100 Million views across all platforms. You’ve seen his humor on Canada’s Got Talent, Funny or Die and America’s Funniest Videos, and TEDx.
Rory’s engaging presentation is a live experience executed by a professional entertainer, who has been captivating audience of all sizes, all over the world in corporate events and performing art centers for 20+ years. Rory delivers his valuable message of resilience, perception and getting comfortable in the uncomfortable through stand-up comedy & music.
“Discomfort isn’t the enemy, it’s the training ground for success..”
Rory Gardiner helps organizations and individuals embrace change, adapt with confidence, and turn discomfort into opportunity. With a background spanning music, software consulting, and stand-up comedy, Rory discovered that humor was the most powerful tool for making a lasting impact. Now, as a high-energy keynote speaker, he blends comedy with principles of agile methodology to equip audiences with actionable strategies for navigating uncertainty, shifting perspectives, and building resilience.
For over a decade, Rory has been a self-driven entrepreneur, performing on major stages, delivering TEDx
talks, and working with corporate clients to inspire agility in the workplace. His unique approach combines humor, storytelling, and behavioral insights to help teams break through mental barriers, embrace adaptability,
and foster a culture of innovation.
Rory believes that resilience isn’t just about bouncing back, it’s about bouncing forward. He has traveled the world inspiring audiences to take bold action, reframe challenges, and lead with a growth mindset.
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He Brings Real-World Experience
Rory isn’t just a speaker, he’s a comedian, musician, and resilience expert who has lived the ups and downs of taking imperfect action. From overcoming personal adversity to working with major corporate clients, he knows firsthand what it takes to adapt, innovate, and push forward, even when the path isn’t clear.
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He’s a Fresh, Original Voice
No stale PowerPoints. No cookie-cutter speeches. Rory delivers a high-energy, humor-infused keynote that blends storytelling, music, and comedy to keep audiences engaged and entertained, all while delivering actionable insights they can apply immediately.
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He’s the Low-Maintenance, High-Impact Speaker You’ll Love Working With
Event planning is stressful, but working with Rory isn’t. He’s professional, easygoing, and adaptable, ensuring that your event runs smoothly while delivering a top-tier performance that audiences love.
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He Turns Insight Into Action
Rory doesn’t just talk about resilience and agility, he lives it. Drawing from his background in agile methodology and software consulting, he helps audiences move past analysis paralysis and take bold, imperfect action that leads to real progress, both personally and professionally.
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He’s Not Just a Speaker. He’s an Experience!
With Rory, your audience doesn’t just listen, they laugh, engage, and walk away inspired. His unique fusion of comedy, music, and motivation creates an unforgettable experience that breaks up the monotony of traditional keynotes and leaves audiences energized and ready to take action.
WHY IS RORY DIFFERENT?
Practical & Actionable
Rory isn’t just a speaker, he’s a comedian, musician, and resilience expert who has lived the ups and downs of taking imperfect action. From overcoming personal adversity to working with major corporate clients, he knows firsthand what it takes to adapt, innovate, and push forward, even when the path isn’t clear.
Relatable & Engaging
Rory knows how to connect with people. Whether speaking to corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, or general audiences, his real-life stories and humor make complex ideas simple and memorable.
High-Energy & Fun
Forget dry, predictable speeches. Rory’s performance-style keynotes mix humor, music, and motivation to ensure that audiences are not just listening, but laughing, learning, and loving the experience.
A Unique Blend of Entertainment & Insight
With a background in comedy, music, and professional speaking, Rory brings a one-of-a-kind approach that keeps audiences engaged while delivering powerful, thought-provoking messages on resilience and action.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best way to find a keynote speaker who is funny but also motivational for your conference is to hire someone who blends comedy with actionable insights. As a funny motivational speaker, I use humor, music, and storytelling to deliver impactful lessons on resilience, burnout, and workplace wellbeing—while keeping your audience laughing and fully engaged.
Yes, a comedian really can deliver serious messages about resilience and burnout, and often more effectively than a traditional lecture. As a resilience keynote speaker, I use comedy to break down walls, making it easier for audiences to absorb strategies for managing stress, avoiding burnout, and building mental toughness.
What makes me different from other resilience or mental health keynote speakers is my unique mix of TEDx speaker, comedian, and corporate entertainer. My Rockstar Resilience Blueprint combines humor, interactive elements, and personal stories—like losing my home to a tornado—to leave audiences both entertained and empowered.
Yes, I customize my keynote for different industries or audiences. Whether your event is in healthcare, finance, education, or tech, I tailor the content to reflect your industry challenges. That way, every audience gets a keynote that feels relevant, while still funny, fresh, and engaging.
My keynote presentations are most often 45-60 minutes, but I can adapt to your schedule with a 20-minute spotlight talk or an extended 90-minute interactive keynote. Flexibility ensures your event runs smoothly while still delivering high-value content.
The benefits of hiring a professional corporate emcee are that they keep your event on time, your speakers supported, and your audience entertained. With humor, quick thinking, and professionalism, I maintain the energy between sessions and make sure the whole event feels polished and memorable.
I make an event fun and engaging as an emcee by blending comedy, interaction, and seamless stage management, I turn what could be a long conference into an energizing experience. As a funny event host, I keep attendees laughing while ensuring your speakers and sponsors shine.
I keep audiences engaged during long conferences by weaving in comedy, music, and audience interaction, I create breaks from the heavy content. My approach keeps energy levels up and ensures your attendees leave inspired, not drained.
The size events do I typically speak at or host is everything from small leadership retreats of 20 people to multi-day conferences with thousands of attendees. My style adapts to any room size, whether I’m delivering a resilience keynote or emceeing a national corporate event.
You can book me as a keynote speaker or emcee for your event by reaching me directly through my website’s contact form or through my speaking bureau partners. From there, we’ll schedule a quick call to discuss your goals and design a funny, motivational, and engaging keynote or emcee experience tailored to your conference.
