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Mark Mayfield  

Comedian, Lobbyist, Business Author

It’s pretty simple what Mark Mayfield does: he talks about very serious stuff in a very funny way.

Mark Mayfield has one of the most diversified backgrounds in the speaking industry having owned and operated several businesses ranging from livestock production to nightclubs to golf instruction, and also spent ten years as a lobbyist in Washington, D.C. and in thirteen state legislatures for a Fortune 500 company. That business experience combined with his work as a nightclub performer allowed him to create truly unique presentations. His tagline is simple: Solid Business Wisdom in a Brilliant Comedic Style. He is one of the rare individuals in the world who is equally adept at performing comedy shows or high content speeches.

He has received rave reviews sharing the stage with a wide variety of celebrities like Paul Newman, Peter Frampton, Colin Powell, and Bob Newhart and has introduced a President of the United States on a live, nationwide television broadcast.

Mayfield is the author of several business books and two joke books. His book "Morph: The Manual For Change" helps readers accept, embrace, and manage change through specific behavioral activities. Another notable publication, "Mom's Rules: What Mom Really Taught Us," combines real-life messages with comedy to deliver philosophical yet entertaining lessons. He has spoken to a “Who’s Who” list of corporations, conventions, and trade associations over the past four decades. He was raised on a farm, received two degrees magna cum laude from Kansas State University, and taught school before he began his lobbying, business, and speaking career. He has received the CSP designation from the National Speakers Association and been inducted into their Hall of Fame.

He is the proud father of two daughters and is also known as the most annoying grandpa on the planet.

From comedy shows to seminars, Mayfield’s philosophy is simple: say it with humor and people will take the message home. A national convention planner recently called Mayfield “one of the very few, really funny, inspiring men in America today.” Mayfield’s mom also said that once after a small bribe.

Speech Topics

Find Your Day...Stress Management and Mental Health

Perspective. It’s a key to survival. And during times like these, when challenges seem never-ending, perspective is vital for our well-being. In this inspiring AND hilarious presentation, Mark will discuss his experience gaining perspective during difficult times while providing people with valuable insights and skills on coping and thriving. This isn’t a morbid, depressing program, it’s laced with Mark’s brand of observational comedy that provides an uplifting approach to dealing with stress and mental health. Frustration, anxiety, and depression are ever prevalent. Mark will give you skills to manage your mental health and reset your baseline for happiness and success. He will help you “Find Your Day!”

Morph...Disrupting and Sustaining Innovation

Disruptive Innovation is implementing new ideas. Sustaining Innovation is making old ones better. Both are change, and both are necessary, for you can easily fail by doing only one. Experience Mark’s humorous approach to the very serious subject of innovation. Learn change theory and creative exercises in this upbeat, fast paced program that will leave you laughing and leave you with a skillset to help you Morph through innovation.

Funny Stuff

Laugh until your sides hurt as Mark takes you on a rollicking ride of everyday funny stuff. You don’t stop playing because you grow old, you grow old because you stop playing. Get a little younger and enjoy a performance of Mark’s comedic entertainment. A meeting planner called Mark one of the “very few, clean, really funny men in America today”. Mark’s mom also said that once after a small bribe.

AG SHIFT: The Changing Face of Agriculture

This program is an entertaining reminder of the continual shift agriculture must make to stay competitive and vibrant. As sentimentalists, it’s sometimes difficult for agriculture to give up on tradition, but not changing is no longer an option. Listen and laugh as Mark takes you through the technology and communication and coalition adaptations to keep agriculture alive and well. Learn how an active minority can prevail over an apathetic majority.

PEOPLE POWER

Need more cohesiveness in your team? Want more open communication? Desire better understanding and tolerance among your people? Certified to teach several people assessment programs, Mark has developed his own that has two distinct differences. It’s easy to implement…and it’s hilarious. No big books to carry around or 47-page questionnaires to fill out. Your people will actually change behavior and will be quoting him long after his program is over. A keynote and/or longer breakout session will have the audience appreciating each other more and working together better. This issue is key on matters like dealing with change, reducing work stress, striving for better customer service, or increasing productivity…just to name a few. Let your people get better at relationships in this very unique, dynamic, interactive, and educational program.

MIRTHMAKING (Humor in the Workplace)

Adding humor (actually mirth) to your work and life can have profound economic benefits as well as just making it more fun. Learn the value of a good sense of humor and how to improve yours in this outrageously funny, yet very practical program.

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