Katie Goodman

Speaker • Author • Comedian • Coach

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Katie Goodman

Speaker • Author • Comedian • Coach

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Why Book

Katie Goodman uses her 8 Tools Of Improv Comedy to create fun, lively and interactive keynotes, leading the audience through creative and insightful exercises that inspire participants to connect, gain confidence, move away from fear, collaborate and adapt to change.
Attendees will learn how to excavate their authentic selves, cultivate flexibility and gain confidence. Improv teaches profoundly important skills in a fun and easy-to-learn way.
Audiences will feel energized and enthusiastic, ready to put these tools into practice immediately.

Biography

Katie Goodman is an award-winning comedian, author and international speaker. Katie’s work in comedy has amassed over 5 million online views. She can be seen on Showtime, Impractical Jokers, and, more often than she would admit, in line getting a mocha latte with extra, extra whipped cream. Katie Goodman literally wrote the book on using improv comedy to improve your life.

Her show “Broad Comedy” plays Off Broadway and tours nationally. Her love for self-help and comedy lands her career somewhere in between Tina Fey and Deepak Chopra. Her work has been celebrated by Arianna Huffington, Comedy Central, Lesley Stahl (60 Minutes), Time Out New York, and her Pilates teacher in Brooklyn who says she is “getting better.”

Katie holds a degree in Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania, and was nominated for the MacArthur Genius Grant for her work in theater. She got beat out by the astrophysicist who discovered the multiphase liquid behavior of nuclei, but better luck next time!

Katie is an Ambassador for Shelterbox, an international disaster relief organization that provides shelter for displaced people and refugees internationally, as well as the founder and director of Camp Equinox, a Montana-based theater camp that has hosted over 300 kids annually for the past 30 years.

With over 20 years of experience training and speaking, Katie has taught over 40,000 people how to use the tools of improv comedy in their lives to handle absolutely everything and be more creative, courageous, and confident. When she’s not at home in New York City, Katie can be found traveling the country for speaking events, comedy shows, and corporate workshops and trainings, teaching participants how to thrive at handling anything that comes their way.

Programs

The 8 Tools Of Improv Comedy

Katie Goodman uses her 8 Tools Of Improv Comedy to create fun, lively and interactive keynotes, leading her audience through exercises specifically focused on helping participants connect, gain confidence, and adapt to change. Skills of improv include: collaboration, not being “thrown” by the unexpected, discovering how constraint breeds creativity, and adopting a culture of “yes, and!” Attendees will learn how to excavate their authentic selves, cultivate flexibility and gain confidence.

Authentic Leadership

Have you ever had that moment when you’re laughing together at work and you think, “This is why I like working here.” As leaders, it’s our authentic moments of sharing and humor that make us relatable and allow us to build trust quickly and deeply with employees. These are the moments when they see who we really are. In this interactive keynote, you will learn to connect with the most authentic part of yourself so that you can better engage with people as a leader at work and in life.

Gag Your Inner Critic

Our Inner Critic keeps us from reaching our potential and living our best life. In a company, it keeps people from taking creative and innovative leaps, from supporting each other, and slows down progress. We can learn to transform our Inner Critic to a helpful Inner Coach that blazes the way for our personal growth and allows us to show up fully and reach our potential.

Team Building: Reconnect, Collaborate and Innovate

Improv games and exercises inspire people and teams to become comfortable taking creative risks for their business and personal lives, so they end up with something new and brilliant. As employees are feeling disconnected due to remote work or being scattered across the country or planet, this interactive keynote will engage teams through activities that are insightful, bonding, and fun.

Resiliency: How To Thrive In The Unknown

Adapting and innovating as you move forward is crucial for a business and for our personal lives in a quickly-changing world. Katie will lead you through learning how to actually love the stages of being lost and the thrill of coming out the other side with new ideas and ready for action.

Women Killing It: Now Is Our Time

For all women — leaders, employees, teams, and individuals — this is the time we’ve been waiting for. Katie will teach you How to Own Your Authentic Voice and support other women through collaboration, the “Yes And” Principle, and speaking up.

Books

Improvisation for the Spirit: Live a More Creative, Spontaneous, and Courageous Life Using the Tools of Improv Comedy

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Katie Goodman Reviews

“If Steve Martin and Dear Abby had a baby and hired Tony Robbins to raise it, you might get someone as bright, funny, insightful, and inspiring as Katie Goodman.”

— Arianna Huffington

“Katie’s message was inspiring, playful, funny and got our 2,500+ participants energized!”

— ICAN Executive Women’s Conference

“Katie Goodman is the ONLY keynote speaker I have ever seen capture the attention of every single member of a 1300+ audience, causing them to laugh while still pausing for reflection.”

— CEO OF NEXTUP

“Katie Goodman is spontaneous, creative and fearless. Filled with anecdotes and prescriptions for finding courage. Smart, wise and hilarious.”

— Lesley Stahl

“A winning and creative volume that will help the shy, the fearful, and the controlling to loosen up and enjoy life. Goodman provides anecdotes from her work and encourages self-exploration with writing, drawing and doing exercises. Goodman’s advice is even helpful for controlling self-doubt: “Our Inner Critic is trainable. Think Young Frankenstein singing ‘Puttin’ On the Ritz.’” Goodman’s quirky, thoughtful approach and breezy tone should give wound-up readers some new ways to relax, relate and think about their lives.”

— Publishers Weekly

“Bravo to Katie! She brings an amazing positivity to improv comedy. The bottom line: Katie is funny. She teaches you to live your life like an improv scene — no fear and fully committed.”

— Wayne Brady

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is Katie Goodman and what is she known for?

Katie Goodman is a comedian, burnout prevention expert, and improvisation coach represented by Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau. She is a Broadway and off-Broadway comedian, director, and actress who has been seen in the New York Times, NPR, Forbes, and USA Today. She is the author of Improvisation for the Spirit and has performed at comedy festivals and corporate events nationwide. She combines humor with practical strategies for stress management and resilience.

2. What topics does Katie Goodman speak about?

Katie Goodman delivers keynotes on burnout prevention, stress management, resilience through humor, creative thinking, and using improvisation techniques for better communication. Her programs show audiences how to use comedy and improv principles to handle workplace challenges, reduce stress, and build more collaborative teams.

3. What makes Katie Goodman different from other motivational speakers?

What sets Katie apart is her unique combination of professional comedy credentials and practical wellness expertise. As a Broadway performer and trained improviser, she brings genuine entertainment value while delivering actionable strategies for stress reduction. Her approach helps audiences laugh while learning techniques they can use immediately to reduce burnout and increase resilience.

4. What types of events does Katie Goodman speak to?

Katie Goodman speaks at corporate conferences, healthcare events, women’s leadership programs, association meetings, and wellness retreats. Her audiences have included organizations seeking to address burnout, improve team communication, and create more positive workplace cultures through the power of humor.

5. Is Katie Goodman available for virtual keynotes?

Yes. Katie Goodman is available for both in-person and virtual keynote presentations. Her comedy background makes her exceptionally engaging in virtual formats, and she can deliver interactive virtual keynotes, workshop sessions, or recorded content.

6. What is Katie Goodman's speaking fee?

Katie Goodman’s speaking fee varies depending on the event format, location, and specific requirements. To get an exact quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or completing the Check Availability form on her profile page.

7. Has Katie Goodman written any books?

Yes. Katie is the author of Improvisation for the Spirit: Live a More Creative, Spontaneous, and Courageous Life Using the Tools of Improv Comedy. The book teaches readers how to apply improvisation principles to everyday life for greater creativity, confidence, and connection.

8. How do I book Katie Goodman for my event?

Katie Goodman is represented by Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau. To check her availability or request a quote, call 973-313-9800, email info@eaglestalent.com, or visit her speaker profile at EaglesTalent.com and complete the booking inquiry form.