Scott Friedman, CSP, and 2004-05 President of the National Speakers Association (NSA), is an internationally sought after professional speaker and author. As a motivational humorist, Scott inspires and entertains with fun-filled, interactive and content-rich programs. Scott’s main area of expertise is employee innovation, customer experience and using humor/celebration as a strategic tool.

In addition to being the CCO- Chief Celebration Officer at Friedman & Associates, Scott has written “Celebrate- Lessons Learned from the World’s Most Admired Organizations,” “Happily Ever Laughter – How to Engage Any Audience,” and “Using Humor For A Change.” He is also the co-author of four additional books.

For almost three decades, Scott has combined his improvisational comedy experience, the art of story telling, and relevant content to help his clients achieve their objectives.

As a CSP, Certified Speaking Professional and trusted member of the speaking community, Scott continues to have a strong presence both domestically and globally. Scott is the 2013 recipient of NSA’s distinguished Cavett Award, presented annually to the NSA member whose accomplishments over the years have reflected outstanding respect, service, honor and admiration in the Association and the speaking profession. Scott was also honored with the 2013 RISE Award from MPI,

Meeting Professionals International, for global leadership. In 2013 he earned the CSP Global designation, for global speaking competence. (Less than 50 speakers hold this designation, worldwide.)

Scott now spends 30% of his time speaking throughout Asia.  His client list includes Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, Gold Fields of South Africa, Young President’s Organization, Hyatt Asia, Marriott, Starwood, SHRM, AT&T, IBM, Cisco System and many Fortune 1000 companies.  His varied experiences have brought him success in many industries including: hospitality, meetings, real estate, insurance, health care, education, government and a variety of associations.

Apart from speaking, Scott is very involved in philanthropic projects. Scott founded Together We Can Change The World (TWCCTW.org), a non-profit organization helping kids and women throughout SE Asia live a more fulfilled life.

See my website for more information: Scott Friedman

PUBLICATIONS:

BOOKS:

• Celebrate – Lessons Learned from the World’s Most Admired Organizations
• Happily Ever Laughter- How to Engage Any Audience
• Using Humor for a Change

AWARDS:

• 2013 – MPI Rise Award for Global Leadership
• 2013 NSA Cavett Award
• 2013 CSP Global
• 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award – Colorado Meetings & Events Magazine
• 2015 Toastmasters – Leadership Communications Award

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