Influence Magician & Motivational Entertainer; Expert in Persuasion, Magic & Human Behavior; Headliner at Chicago Magic Lounge
David Ranalli Biography
David Ranalli is a magician, motivational speaker, and event emcee known as The Influence Magician, teaching audiences worldwide how to harness their natural strengths to become influential leaders. Ranalli's expertise spans sleight of hand, magic, mentalism, hypnosis, and draws on a scientific background in communication and human behavior, making him a distinctive presence on stage and in corporate settings. He views magic as both an art form and a tool to help people break free from distractions, find inspiration, and foster positive change.
Ranalli attended Southern Illinois University on scholarships from the Society of American Magicians, majoring in speech communication and philosophy. His studies focused on public speaking, psychology, marketing, and media. He contributed to one of the first smartphone addiction studies and graduated at the top of his class. This academic foundation in human behavior and communication informs his performances, which incorporate techniques and insights from art, science, and hypnosis to engage audiences and encourage new perspectives.
Traveling across the United States, Ranalli is frequently invited to create engaging experiences at corporate meetings, conferences, and celebrity events. He has performed for Fortune 500 companies such as JP Morgan Chase and Walgreens, as well as television personalities, politicians, business leaders, and athletes. Ranalli has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine and profiled by media outlets including NBC, NPR, and PBS. He is a regular headliner at the Chicago Magic Lounge, contributing to the ongoing tradition of Chicago style magic. His stage show, "Deception: An Evening of Magic & Lies," has attracted audiences and critical acclaim.
Ranalli's career faced a significant challenge when he experienced symptoms of a congenital heart defect that required a new heart valve at age 37. After a minimally invasive procedure and a swift recovery, he returned to the stage, sharing his renewed passion for magic with audiences. This personal journey has added depth and authenticity to his performances.
In addition to live performances, Ranalli leads workshops on persuasion and influence for corporate events, reinforcing his role as both entertainer and educator. His ability to connect with a wide range of audiences, from business leaders to creative professionals, makes him a sought-after choice for organizations aiming to enhance their events. Whether performing illusions or delivering keynote presentations on the psychology of influence, Ranalli offers audiences new ways to view themselves and the world.
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David Ranalli Speaking Topics
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THE ART OF INFLUENCE
Influence People Like a Master Magician! After David Ranalli discovered magic he knew his life would never be the same. Within 1 year he was thrown into the world of professional performing and hasn’t looked back since. Fast forward two decades and David Ranalli has performed on stages around the world and for people of all walks of life. Along the way, David compiled a priceless collection of techniques to influence, captivate, and persuade people simply by using the power of your mind, heart, and voice.
In this customizable keynote, David will give away his secrets to success, and create an engaging experience for your attendees. People will walk away empowered so they can be better leaders, achieve their goals, and persuade others with ease. David’s keynote is perfect for leadership summits, sales meetings, and team-building exercises.
THEME CUSTOMIZATION:
Get more by customizing The Art of Influence to your event’s theme or focus. Adaptation is best suited to the following topics:
- Motivation & Success
- Sales
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Customer Service
- Marketing
- Branding
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STAGE MAGIC SHOWS
Whether it is 20 people or 2000, David Ranalli’s live shows will bring down the house with laughter and impossible magic! David will immerse your audience in a world-class experience of sleight of hand, mind games, and sarcastic humor.
Whether your guests participate on stage, from their seats, or as silent observers, David will make sure they are the real stars of the show. David’s shows are easy to setup, customize, and incorporate into your event. So get ready to experience something you’ll never forget.
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What topics does David Ranalli speak about?
David Ranalli is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Communication, Customer Experience, Entertainment, Host & Emcee, Human Resources, Leadership, Magician, Marketing, Motivational, Performing Arts, Sales, Teamwork & Teambuilding -
Where does David Ranalli travel from?
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David Ranalli is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as THE ART OF INFLUENCE, STAGE MAGIC SHOWS, EMCEE & HOST and STROLLING MAGIC. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Ranalli for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. David Ranalli generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sean Bott, Dr. Michael Time, Jon Dorenbos, Joshua Seth and Giovanni Livera. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Ranalli for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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