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Corporate audiences know Greg Schwem delivers more than laughs—he brings inspiration, connection, and a fresh perspective that transforms workplace culture through the power of humor. As a comedian who specializes in corporate entertainment, Greg’s unique approach combines sharp wit with genuine insights about 21st-century work life, helping teams find joy and common ground in their professional journeys.
A graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Greg began his career as an award-winning reporter for NBC-owned WPTV in West Palm Beach, Florida. This journalism background gave him the research skills and storytelling instincts that now set him apart in the corporate speaking world. But when the comedy bug bit hard, Greg returned to his hometown of Chicago and never looked back.
Greg’s comedy credentials are impressive: he’s starred in his own Drybar comedy special, appeared on Comedy Central, and opened for A-list performers including Celine Dion, Jay Leno, Keith Urban, and KC and the Sunshine Band. He’s performed in nearly every U.S. state and seven foreign countries, and is the creator and host of the TV travel show “A Comedian Crashes Your Pad.”
His expertise in workplace humor has made him a sought-after media commentator, appearing on SIRIUS Radio, Fox News, Good Day Dallas, Comedy Central, CNN, and in publications like Parade Magazine and Multifamily Executive Magazine. As a weekly Chicago Tribune humor columnist, Greg consistently delivers fresh takes on work-life balance and modern professional challenges.
Greg is also a bestselling author whose books resonate with business audiences. His previous titles, “Text Me If You’re Breathing” and “The Road to Success Goes Through the Salad Bar,” both became Amazon Bestsellers. His newest release, “Turning Gut Punches into Punch Lines: A Comedian’s Journey Through Cancer, Divorce, and Other Hilarious Stuff,” draws from his recent personal experiences to show how humor can help navigate life’s toughest challenges.
What truly distinguishes Greg from other corporate entertainers is his preparation and customization approach. Before every performance, he gets into each client’s world, studying company websites, combing through internal message boards, and even reviewing PowerPoint presentations. “There is no such thing as too much information,” Greg explains. “I know corporate audiences like to laugh at themselves, so the more ammunition I get, the funnier it will be. Just don’t give me a 10-K report—there is NOTHING funny about that.”
This research-driven approach ensures Greg’s material feels tailored and relevant while maintaining the clean, professional standards corporate environments require. “No profanity or politically incorrect material—that’s never been part of my show anyway,” he notes, understanding that great corporate comedy brings people together rather than creating divisions.
When Greg takes the stage, audiences don’t just get generic jokes about office life—they get a comedian who understands their specific industry challenges, company culture, and shared experiences, delivered with the polish of a seasoned performer and the insight of someone who truly gets the modern workplace.
I just wanted to say thank you. You hit all the right notes and folks really enjoyed your show and the messaging. It was very on point.
~ Jennifer Friedman, Director Business Management, US Manufacturing Sales Organization, Microsoft
Drawing from personal experience, including a cancer diagnosis, Greg teaches his audience to locate humor in the unfunniest of situations, during times when everything seems hopeless. Whether you are facing personal struggles or business challenges, Greg says the solution begins by admitting you are the “least interesting person in the room” and letting others provide the laughs.
Laughing about work! Do you think your workplace is funny? Greg Schwem does. In a hilarious, multimedia-fueled keynote simply titled “Work, Laugh, Repeat,” Greg shows how easy it is to laugh at work and about work. Audiences will think Greg IS an employee, so knowledgeable is he about your culture, your highs, your lows, and your goals for the future.
Why the title Work, Laugh, Repeat?
When Greg meets with clients, the comment he hears most is, “We just need to laugh right now.” When Greg asks, “Why aren’t you laughing?” the answers vary. But whether it’s organizational change, a new software system, Artificial Intelligence, or anything that causes workplace stress or angst, Greg is ready to explore the lighter side through good-natured, clean, customized humor.
Why Humor Succeeds in the Workplace?
Sure, we’ve all heard the stories about how laughter stimulates your heart, lungs, and muscles. Laughter releases those feel-good endorphins in your brain. Greg doesn’t need to remind you of that. Also, he’s not a scientist or a physician. He’s a former TV journalist who decided he enjoyed making people laugh more than depressing them. Greg began his comedy career as a club comedian but eventually started freelancing as a tradeshow presenter.
Speaking at tradeshows in industries ranging from technology to medical to automotive, Greg noted how audiences responded when he incorporated humor into the presentations. “They were more likely to stay for the entire presentation,” he recalls. “Some even saw it multiple times. It made me realize it was possible to entertain, inform, and motivate people simultaneously. I guess that’s how ‘Work, Laugh, Repeat’ was born.”
As a Cruise Entertainer, Greg has performed on Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Lines, and Princess.
Because your team deserves more than generic corporate comedy. They deserve a Corporate Comedian Business Speaker who understands your industry, speaks your language, and transforms your specific challenges into shared laughter that brings everyone together!
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