Amplify Speakers
Interactive & Experiential Keynote Speakers
Audiences remember what they did far longer than what they heard. Interactive keynotes use that: mentalism, improv, live magic, exercises and guided practice that turn a passive room into a participating one.
The top interactive and experiential keynote speakers on the Amplify Speakers roster are Arthur Fratelli-Silknitter, Joel Zeff, Blake Vogt, Andrea Parker and René Rodriguez. Their sessions put the audience to work, which is why people remember them long after the event.
Interactive does not mean gimmicky. Every speaker here uses audience participation to land a real message about focus, culture, creativity, influence, connection or leadership, and they keep it comfortable for people who would rather not be on stage.
The Roster
Which Kind of Interaction Fits Your Room?
Performance-driven interaction. Arthur Fratelli-Silknitter, known onstage as The Amazing Arthur, is a mentalist and TEDx speaker who uses interactive mentalism to teach focus and communication. Blake Vogt, who creates magic for David Copperfield and David Blaine, uses live magic and audience participation in Inventing Magic. Joel Zeff, an interactive improvisational humorist, invites audience members into hilarious improvisational exercises that illustrate his message on collaboration and success.
Participation built around a framework. Andrea Parker's highly interactive keynote WTF: Where's the Fun?! gives teams a repeatable way to reset under pressure. René Rodriguez personally guides the audience step by step through the neuroscience of influence in his signature keynote.
Connection and culture. Rachel Mahoney's programs on connection and communication are highly interactive and customized to each audience. Jim Knight, former global head of training at Hard Rock International, delivers a high-energy, interactive and visual keynote on company culture.
Keynote meets workshop. Dr. Caroline Brookfield's sessions run half keynote, half workshop, with interactive elements built for each audience.
A note for planners
Tell us the room setup, the audience size and whether people will be seated at rounds or in theater rows. Interaction works in every format, but the right speaker depends on it.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is an interactive keynote?
A keynote where the audience participates, through exercises, live demonstrations, improv, mentalism, magic or guided practice, rather than only listening.
Who are the best interactive keynote speakers?
On the Amplify roster, Arthur Fratelli-Silknitter, Joel Zeff, Blake Vogt, Andrea Parker and René Rodriguez are strong picks, each using a different style of audience participation.
Will introverts be put on the spot?
Good interactive speakers make participation optional and comfortable. Many exercises happen at the table or in the seat, and stage volunteers are chosen with care.
Do interactive keynotes work for large audiences?
Yes. Mentalism, improv and magic all scale to large general sessions, and table exercises work well in rooms set with rounds.
Is an interactive keynote the same as a workshop?
No. A keynote is shorter and built for the whole audience at once. For longer, skills-based sessions, see our workshop and breakout facilitators.
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Want an audience that participates, not just listens?
Tell us the room, the size and the message. We will match an interactive speaker to it, usually within one business day.