American Program Bureau (APB) offers the names in entertainment that will not only draw crowds, but educate, entertain, inspire, and impact any audience. They have causes, passions, inspirational life stories, or just star power that attracts attention and is destined to make any event a success. If you want to make a statement, draw attention to a cause, expand into new markets with a product, or just entertain the audience, then the versatility and high profile of APB's entertainment speakers are a natural fit.
Ronnie Milsap
An incredible storyteller, Milsap tells his inspirational story in a rich program, I Wouldn't Have Missed It For the World, interspersing songs with the defining moments of his life. By sharing his life in song, Milsap inspires others to follow their heart, whatever their abilities may be, and to find their place in ...
Joy Behar
With a voice that sounds, as she says, "like I have Jimmy Hoffa in the back of my throat," Joy Behar strips the varnish off pretensions. Behar is co-host of The View, and brings her characteristic sharp whit and strong opinions to her keynote speeches.
Steven Tyler
Known for his irrepressible style, larger-than-life stage presence, and ability to connect with people, Steven Tyler has become a modern day rock icon as lead singer of the Grammy-winning super group, Aerosmith. A testament to the power of dedication and perseverance, Tyler has been through it all – from overcoming subst ...
Lily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin, one of America's foremost comediennes, continues to venture across an ever-widening range of media, starring in television, theater, motion pictures, animation, and video. In her entertaining keynote speeches, Tomlin recants her illustrious carrer, which spanned decades, with candor and charm.
Carol Leifer
A trail-blazing female in the world of comedy, Leifer is not only a veteran on the standup circuit, but is also a sought after writer and producer who has worked on such shows as Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld, and HBO’s critically acclaimed The Larry Sanders Show. Whether sharing the struggles of a w ...
Jim Belushi
Actor, entertainer, comedy legend and celebrity speaker, Jim Belushi offers insight into the “sensitive real man” he’s portrayed on the hit show, According to Jim while sharing his humorous perspective on life and the male/female relationship. Whether acting, entertaining with The Sacred Hearts Band, or speaki ...
Bette Midler
Bette Midler is a legendary singer, dancer, comedienne, and actress. During her career, she has won Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Awards, and has sold over 14 million albums. Not only does she draw a crowd as a keynote speaker, she also entertains and enthralls audiences with her unique personality, and larger than life appeal.
The Stars of Dancing With the Stars
Dancing with the Stars is an exciting new program where you can join actual performers from the hit show Dancing with the Stars in an energizing and interactive performance.
Brian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy has won two Tony Awards for Best Actor in a Play, in 2003 for Eugene O’Neill’s “Long Day’s Journey Into Night” and in 1999 for the 50th anniversary production of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” Dennehy also received a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award and an Emmy nomination ...
Larry Miller
More than just a brilliant comedic actor who has appeared in Seinfeld and Pretty Woman, Miller is also a contributing humorist for The Weekly Standard where he displays his true colors as a political everyman. He says the things everyone wants to say about politics and American life in his book, Spoi ...
Jay Leno
As the legendary host of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, his “everyman” style and personality have helped him earn millions of fans worldwide. He has been touted as one of the nicest entertainers in show business and the hardest working -- a winning combination for the man who says, "Anyone can have a life - care ...
Capitol Steps
A talented bipartisan troupe of Congressional staffers-turned-performers, the Capitol Steps have performed their clever song parodies for four Presidents and recorded over 20 albums, including their latest, When Bush Comes to Shove.
The Second City
Touting legendary alumni such as Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi, and Mike Myers, this creative and innovative comedy troupe has been touring the world for forty years. Featuring a unique blend of classic scenes, songs, and improvisations, the performers guarantee an unforgettable show.
John Tesh
In an impressive and eclectic career that spans radio, television, music, movies, and print, the award-winning Tesh is respected as a Renaissance man. A man strongly devoted to his faith, he opted to put aside his entertainment news career to pursue music and ministry fulltime, and currently hosts “The John Tesh Radio Sho ...
Will Shortz
As The New York Times crossword puzzle editor, Shortz is the ultimate puzzle master, whose turn in the documentary Wordplay has made him a word-nerd superstar. Founder of the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, he is the only person in the world with a degree in Enigmatology, the study of puzzles – a majo ...
Christopher Cerf
Cerf is - among other things - an author, record and television producer, editor, composer/lyricist, humorist, educational consultant, computer software designer, president of his own company, Christopher Cerf Associates, Inc. and co-founder of the educational television production company Sirius Thinking, Ltd.
Roy Firestone
Named "the best interviewer in the business" by Sports Illustrated, Firestone is the former host of ESPN's Up Close Prime Time. One of America's most versatile talents, he is recognized for his gifts as an Emmy Award-winning journalist, commentator, and stage performer.
Drum Cafe
The Drum Café is a unique and exciting way to get your employee involved and energized. It transforms a company, division or work team into a drumming orchestra teaching participants to listen to one another and to make music together. The non-verbal communication of drumming provides a powerful, unifying message, which ...
Harlem Gospel Choir
The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir was founded in 1986 by Allen Bailey. Allen, who is known for his work with Michael Jackson, The Commodores and Prince, got the idea for the Choir while attending a celebration in honor of the first national Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at the renowned Cotton Club in Harlem.
Benjamin Zander
Since its foundation, Zander has held the esteemed position of conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra. A highly sought after speaker, he captivates audiences with his take on teamwork, creativity, leadership, the transformational power of music, extreme experiences, and how to be outrageous, courageous, and risk ta ...