Are you nervous about an upcoming Awards Banquet? Don't worry. Ross Shafer, as your Emcee, is your answer. His years of experience hosting network television shows (including the International Miss America Pageant) and hundreds of corporate presentations will guarantee that your event is kept fun, lively, and on pace.

Take a look at his video and see why is a meeting planners dream!

For 15 years, Ross Shafer has made more than 3,000 meeting planners look like heroes. He's clean, funny, relevant, and always in good taste.

"You way exceeded our expectations; which were already high from your demo tape." - Karen Hansen – NCR

"As I am sure you could tell from the audience response, you were a huge success! Every joke was a hit!" - Lisa Van Horn – Discovery Toys

Ross' experience as a stand-out after-dinner entertainer, keynote speaker, and seminar leader includes such diverse clients as Microsoft, Toyota, Sprint, Nordstrom, Discovery Toys, Chevrolet, Boeing, and Blue Cross, to name a few.

"What a blast! An awesomely funny guy!" - James Dillion – US Bancorp

"Exemplary performance and the perfect finishing touch." - Jerry Bower – Apple Computer

Six-time Emmy award winner Ross Shafer is known to millions of television viewers as a host of The Match Game and Days End on ABC, The Late Show on Fox, and Love Me-Love Me Not on the USA Network. A popular comedian, he performs in Las Vegas, Reno, Atantic City, and at major comedy clubs throughout North America. His television credits include Evening at the Improv, Comic Strip Live, Caroline's Comedy Hour, and The A-List.

Corporate Comedian

For fifteen years, Ross has been a top corporate favorite because of his clean, relevant humor. He can entertain a group from 50 to 15,000 and his after-dinner keynotes have garnered praise worldwide.

"Wow! Excellent – Just what we needed. Everyone. and I mean everyone, was impressed with your quick wit!" - Michael Moises - Oregon Trucking Association

"Your expertise and professional insight contributed not only to a successful day but to the professional development of our staff." - Andrea McLean - Heery International

"I fell off my chair. My sides ached. What does that tell you?" - Drew Keller - Microsoft

"You accomplished all three of my goals and did it in a very entertaining and poignant way!" - Robert Seals – Dolce International

"People are still raving about you." Spending an hour laughing at ourselves and at your wonderful timing and delivery was the best way to kick off our conference." - Marueen Greeley – Washington State Lottery

"With so many positive comments and from the reaction of the group, you really captured the essence of our event." - Scott Koerner – Zones Business Solutions

"Once again your performance was outstanding and left us in stitches!" - Margi Lemish – Big O Tires

"I've been putting on convention programs for a decade and without a doubt your stand up routine was the best ever." - H. Mike Miller – Associated Oregon Loggers

"You are a funny man…and I saw a number of both men and women laughing very hard. Our group thoroughly enjoyed your act." - Elizabeth Vago – American Iron and Steel Institute

Conference Emcee

Because of his years as a network television host (including the International Miss America pageant), Ross is frequently asked to Emcee the Awards banquet or Emcee the entire conference: introducing speakers and holding the conference together. Organizations hire Ross when they need a pro to keep things lively and moving.

"Your performance was exceptional; especially given such short notice. You established a standard of excellence for future years" - Canadian Music Awards

"Your performance was the perfect end to a perfect day. You were a tremendous hit!" - Jaqueline Dunbar – Ayco International

Humor Your Stress Away

This funny and informative program (60 minutes) demonstrates how you can use more humor in the workplace to reduce stress, lighten moods, and trigger creativity. Ross gives attendees solid information and proven techniques that you can put to use today. A video, LAUGH IT OFF, is also available.

Powerful Presentations

This skill-oriented workshop leaves attendees with specific tools to improve their speaking performances immediately. They will not only learn how to Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking but how to Speak without Notes, how to Close with Power and Persuasion, how to prepare a speech with only ten minutes notice, and the 10 mistakes every speaker must avoid. The program is 1 - 4 hours depending on your schedule. The half day workshop includes video taping, individual coaching and critiques.

Manny Happy Returns

Based on his successful Customer Traiing Film of the same name, Ross uses his experience as a stand-up comedian to give insight into generating Many Happy Return...CUSTOMERS!

• Make Good and lasting Impressions
• Demonstrate your Competence to Customers
• Give Customers More Service than they expect
• Create Personal Relationships
• Resolve Conflicts with your Customers
• Thank Customers and Value their Feedback

Organizations find Ross to be the perfect "after dinner" entertainment. His humor is always clean, original and customized to fit your group.

Contact us today to arrange an appearance with Ross Shafer for your next special event!