Funny Motivational Speaker Jan McInnis
Humor Keynotes on Change and Resilience
703-581-7604 or [email protected]
EXPERIENCE THAT CONNECTS WITH EVERY AUDIENCE!
Experience Matters! If you’re searching for a funny motivational keynote speaker who can blend humor with practical strategies, look no further than Jan McInnis, The Work Lady. With over 25 years on the national speaking circuit, Jan has mastered the art of using comedy to inspire, educate, and connect.
What makes Jan’s humor keynotes keynotes on change, resilience, and communication unique is that she takes the skills comedians use on stage and transforms them into practical business strategies audiences can apply immediately — all while using humor throughout to keep them engaged and inspired.
Jan has delivered keynotes, emcee programs, and workshops for associations, corporate teams, healthcare professionals, educators, government groups, IT conferences, finance and housing associations, and women’s leadership events. Whether live, virtual, or hybrid, Jan knows how to energize your event and make your message memorable.
Meeting planners trust Jan to:
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Kick off conferences with high energy
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Re-engage audiences mid-event
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Close conventions with a powerful, laughter-filled finale
📞 Call 703-581-7604 or email [email protected] to book your next unforgettable keynote.
Trusted by Associations and Corporations Nationwide
From California healthcare conferences to Florida housing associations, Pennsylvania assisted living groups, Minnesota finance events, and Virginia government meetings, Jan has spoken at thousands of events across the U.S. Her ability to connect with audiences in healthcare, education, corporate, safety, finance, and technology makes her one of the most versatile speakers in the industry.
When you book Jan, you get a funny motivational speaker who blends
humor, resilience, and practical business insights — ensuring your event is a success.
Click here for Jan’s Humor Article, Sept 2025 – The Power of Finding Your People
Scroll down for videos and links to her keynotes
“Highly entertaining while still providing information to assist in job performance and good life strategies.” Attendee, International Institute for Municipal Clerks Association conference
“Jan combined relevant content with humor. It was just what she promised! In addition she made the session personal incorporating current issues principals are facing today!” D.S., Director, Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON!
“Though Jan is a comedian, she took her role as keynote and emcee very seriously! She was a pleasure to work with, and as our post event survey comments revealed, she made a virtual event fun and lively.” D.B., TVPPA Finance conference
“Jan is a pleasure to work with. She tailored her keynote to our audience and made what she said relatable to them. Jan’s humor was a terrific way to end our conference on a fun note.” E.L., Program Coordinator, Chesapeake Regional Safety Council
Jan’s Keynotes
- Jan can help your group deal with change in her popular keynote “Finding the Funny in Change.”
- Learn how to deal with life when things don’t go as planned in Jan’s hit keynote “Bouncing Back.”
- Jan’s keynote “Finding the Funny in Communications” will give your attendees fast tips for putting humor into their written and verbal communications.
- And of course, if you just want entertainment, Jan can provide it with Cubicle Comedy. This is her clean stand-up comedy act that focuses on family, work, and day-to-day life.
- Jan’s Hilarious Hosting will keep your awards ceremony rolling on time and your audience engaged, even those who aren’t winning the plaques!
800-492-9394
Why Meeting Planners Choose Jan
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25+ years of national speaking experience
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Clean humor with stories that connect with your industry
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Customizes keynotes to fit industry themes and challenges
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Professional, reliable, and easy to work with
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Makes meeting planners look great for choosing her
When you book Jan, you get a funny motivational speaker who blends
humor, resilience, and practical business insights — ensuring your event is a success.
Click here for Jan’s Humor Article, Sept 2025 – The Power of Finding Your People
Scroll down for videos and links to her keynotes
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What is the value to attendees?
Jan’s Substack: Punchlines & Plot Twists: Tales From My Comedy Journey
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Prior to the event, Jan has a conference call with the client incorporate specific challenges your group is facing into her keynote!
Clients Served
Jan McInnis has presented her humor keynotes on change, resilience, and communication at conferences, conventions, and corporate meetings across the country. Her ability to combine comedy with practical strategies makes her a favorite in diverse industries and organizations.
Industries / Sectors
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Healthcare & Senior Care – hospitals, assisted living associations, healthcare risk
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Education & Training – universities, schools, transportation groups, professional educators
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Finance & Housing – credit unions, housing councils, insurance and banking associations
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Government & Public Service – county governments, leadership programs, professional associations
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Safety, Risk & Disaster Management – emergency managers, safety conferences, disaster response professionals
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Corporate & IT / Technology – leadership retreats, corporate events, HR teams, tech and IT
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Women’s Conferences & Events – empowering women leaders and professionals through humor and resilience
All of Jan’s keynotes include her hilarious humor and are sprinkled with lots of relatable stories and immediately usable tips. Jan was featured in the The Wall Street Journal as one of the top convention comedians whose acts are clean, in the The Washington Post for her clean comedy writing, and in the The Huffington Post for being a – you guessed it – funny, female comedian whose act is clean! Oh, and here’s a quick mention in the Los Angeles Times.
“She spoke at the end of my company’s annual 2-day education program for healthcare individuals and brought with her humorous program some excellent and realistic pointers to address the stresses encountered in healthcare today.”
“Jan spoke about how to use humor when implementing changes in the healthcare industry. Some people “busted a gut” laughing so hard, and she left our audience of CFO’s and Risk Managers in stitches (what is the ICD 10 code for that?). I think she would be a great speaker for any healthcare audience and everyone else. They say laughter is the best medicine, and it may be the only thing your healthcare insurance pays for these days…”
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