Mark Mayfield
It’s pretty simple what Mark Mayfield does: he talks about very serious stuff in a very funny way.
He has one of the most diverse backgrounds in the speaking industry having owned and operated several businesses ranging from livestock production to golf instruction, and spent ten years as a lobbyist in Washington, D.C.
Mark has received rave reviews sharing the stage with a wide variety of celebrities like Peter Frampton, Rachel Platten, Andy Grammer, Colin Powell, and Bob Newhart and has introduced the President of the United States on a live, nationwide television broadcast.
He is the author of several business books and two jokebooks, and makes presentations to all types of corporations, conventions, and trade associations. He was raised on a farm, received two degrees magna cum laude from Kansas State University, and taught school before he began his lobbying, comedy, and speaking career. He has received the CSP designation from the National Speakers Association and been inducted into their Hall of Fame.
His speaker emphasis is now on mental health augmented by his latest book, “I’m Not Okay, You’re Not Okay…and That’s Okay”. In addition, he also presents on change, customer service, and teamwork, and performs after-dinner comedy shows. He is the proud father of two daughters and is also the most annoying Grandpa on the planet.
Most Requested Programs
FIND YOUR DAY (managing stress and mental health)
Time to finally address the mental health crisis in this country. Learn five behavioral changes and several trigger fighting techniques to help you get a handle on stress and improve your mental health. Not a morbid depressing program, it’s uplifting and packed with insights and skills to help one cope and thrive. And oh yeah, it’s very funny, that’s Mark’s hook. MORPH (managing change) This is a humorous approach to a very serious subject and emphasizes that creativity is the key component in managing change. Learn change theory and creative exercises in this upbeat, fast-paced program that will leave you laughing and leave you with change management skills.
CAN I HAVE A SIDE ORDER OF SERVICE WITH THAT? (customer service)
This light and lively program will help you see the customer’s perspective and examines issues like credibility, reliability, and responsiveness. You’ll understand the myths of customer service and see how to move your customers beyond satisfaction to advocacy.
FUNNY STUFF (comedy show)
This is clean stand-up comedy that’s perfect for after dinner entertainment or as a change of pace. Sit back and hold your sides as we take a zany, offbeat look at everyday life. A non-stop, rollicking ride of humor you’ll be quoting for a very long time.
MASTER OF CEREMONIES…IMPOSTER
Mark can provide comedic professionalism as the emcee for your program OR he can pose as an official in some capacity. He has impersonated a Professor, IRS Examiner, Jeweler, Legislator, Salesperson, and Runway Model as he fumbled and bumbled through company doublespeak. After the spoof is revealed, he transitions into one of the above programs.
Testimonials
“We’ve never laughed so hard while we learned so much! You are the most entertaining keynote we’ve ever had.” AMERICAN EXPRESS
“After a long, tough day you were a great change of pace. You still delivered a solid message but kept our engineers in stitches for an hour. What a pro!” RAYTHEON
“What a great opening you were for our conference. Our managers mimicked you the entire meeting and they’re still talking about your program. What am I gonna do for next year?” MEDICAL GROUP MANAGERS ASSOCIATION
“We typically lose a lot of people for the closing session, but not this year. After hearing your opening keynote, everyone stayed to hear your closing program and it was “off the charts”. Thanks for making our meeting a world class event!” AMERICAN BANKERS ASSOCIATION
“You carried the day! Our employees were repeating your comments in the halls for days after the event. You were insightful and so entertaining. Our meeting was a hit because you were a hit so you can count on seeing a lot of us in the future. They all want you back!” H&R BLOCK