Greg Schwem Profile
Greg Schwem is a renowned corporate comedian, motivational speaker and master of ceremonies, celebrated for his ability to blend humor with insightful commentary on the modern business world. Often hailed as "Your Boss's Favorite Comedian," Schwem brings a unique and entertaining perspective to corporate events, conferences, and seminars. With a career spanning performances on platforms like SiriusXM, Comedy Central, and Drybar Comedy, he has established himself as a leading figure in the realm of business humor.
In 2024, while in the midst of a late in life divorce, Schwem also endured a colon cancer diagnosis. Determined to find humor in unfunny situations - a central theme in his presentations - Schwem emerged from his ordeals with his third book, Turning Gut Punches into Punch Lines: A Comedian's Journey Through Cancer, Divorce and Other Hilarious Stuff. One Amazon reader called it, "a tribute to the roles laughter and optimism play in helping us tackle our greatest challenges, and the minor hiccups in our everyday lives."
Schwem has authored two previous Amazon best sellers, Text Me If You're Breathing: Observations, Frustrations and Life Lessons from a Low-Tech Dad & The Road to Success Goes Through the Salad Bar: A Pile of BS From a Corporate Comedian. These works showcase his sharp wit and keen observations on both personal and professional life, resonating with a broad audience and providing laughter and inspiration. Schwem's keynote speeches focus on the importance of incorporating humor into the workplace to foster a positive company culture, enhance employee engagement, and improve teamwork. His presentations, such as "Work, Laugh, Repeat," and "Humor is Serious Business...But We Should Still be Laughing" demonstrate how humor can be a powerful tool for overcoming obstacles and boosting morale, especially during challenging times.
Schwem's approach is highly interactive, often tailoring his material to reflect the unique aspects of his audience's industry and organizational culture. Beyond the stage, Greg Schwem has also gained popularity through Humor Hotel, his long-running Chicago Tribune syndicate column, and his web series, A Comedian Crashes Your Pad, which has won a prestigious Telly Award and streams on platforms like Roku and Amazon Fire TV. Both further exemplify his talent for finding humor in everyday situations and his ability to connect with diverse audiences. Whether acting as a keynote speaker, corporate emcee, or workshop leader, Schwem consistently delivers performances that are both entertaining and impactful, leaving a lasting impression on his audiences.