Biography of Craig Zablocki

Craig’s success in using humor and a lighter approach has encouraged and inspired thousands!

A nationally known speaker and consultant, Craig has spoken to over 600,000 people internationally and in all 50 states. Craig has shared the platform with President George Bush, Al Gore, and Tom Peters. He was the first outside speaker to address the student body of Columbine High School after its tragedy.

Craig presents to Fortune 500 companies, legislators, public service and healthcare professionals, college campuses, non-profit service organizations, and victim rights groups. He has authored Improv 101, Unleash Your Creative Spirit and co-authored the book, Humor Me as well as authored many articles for major publications. He has appeared on countless radio and television programs, including Nation Public Radio which gives practical tools to loosen up, become more creative, and live in the moment.

A background in business, teaching in an inner-city school, and performing in a professional improvisational comedy troupe allows Craig to speak from a unique perspective. His unscripted style has been compared to a hybrid of Robin Williams and Wayne Dyer. One participant wrote, “We should harness his energy - it could power a small city. His passion and commitment to making a difference is contagious!”

MOST REQUESTED TOPICS:
This is it! Grasping the Power of Now
This keynote takes a serious look at the “Someday Theory”. When I am better, more experienced, richer, older, happier, have less responsibilities or more energy…..then I will be able to do the things I want. Is your life taking you on a trip you didn’t plan? Is your life going at a speed that you didn’t set? This lighthearted & humorous presentation will leave you motivated and inspired to live the life you choose Now!

Group Power/Authentic Communication
This program has been terrific with re-energizing the workspace. What you hear is often not what was said; learn to create a space of listening so that others can communicate more effectively. Craig’s fun and interactive presentation will help you realize the impact of your word and how being authentic can transform a group that is divided to one that is marked by energy, enthusiasm, and success.

Lighten Up and Laugh - For the Health of It
Are you burned out? Is your LPD (Laughs per Day) average running low? Is it getting tougher and tougher to find humor in a world that is not always humorous. This keynote is guaranteed to leave you laughing while providing ways to use positive humor to promote a healthier, richer life. When we learn to laugh with others and take "humorists" we can open ourselves up to healing and living in the moment. This keynote takes a light look at the serious implications of positive humor in everyday life and work.

The Business of Laughter- Using Positive Humor in the Workplace
It is a proven fact that healthy humor increases productivity, motivation, and learning. This keynote is guaranteed to leave you laughing while teaching you how to use positive humor to strengthen morale and increase productivity. Positive humor gives you and your employees a new perspective to deal with transition and change. Learn how taking yourself less seriously allows you to take your job more seriously. Master the "Top Ten Humor Techniques" for the workplace.

"The message was perfect...I think we will see big dividends from this."
Kelty Powers - Human Resources Manager
Norwest Mortgage

Changing Times Demand Innovation - Using Humor and Creativity in Business
The only constant in business these days is change. Human creativity and humor is the essence of all change and re-invention that leads to progress. The victories in business will go to the highly imaginative and creative business person. You will get more reward for your creative effort, turn mistakes into opportunities, master change through innovation, enhance productivity and decrease burn-out. Be ready for a hands-on opportunity to experience the power of creativity and humor to create a world class organization. Can be adapted for healthcare audiences!

Healing and Humor
This program addresses the importance of accepting what is and how to take that journey one moment at a time. Craig’s uses humor to create a safe place to help you explore your own feelings with tragedy. In this session Craig will share his own personal experience with loss and his journey of healing.