Keynote Speakers
At Gag Reflex, we don’t just book speakers – we help craft moments that resonate long after the event is over. Whether you need a keynote speaker to energise a conference, an industry expert to spark ideas, or a motivational voice to lift the room, we’re here to find the perfect fit. We know every event has its own character, and we take the time to match you with the talent that will leave your audience inspired, entertained, and talking about it for weeks to come.
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Adam Kay
Adam is a BAFTA-winning author, TV writer, comedian and former doctor. His first book, ‘This is Going to Hurt’, spent over a year at number 1 in the Sunday Times bestsellers, was translated into 37 languages, and sold over 3 million copies. His book ‘Kay’s Anatomy’ is the fastest selling kids’ non-fiction book of the decade.
Adam’s accolades for TV writing include a BAFTA award, a Writers Guild award and a broadcast award for his BBC/AMC adaptation of ‘This is Going to Hurt’. His innumerable TV credits, and unique stories from the wards have made him one of the UK’s most in-demand performers for corporate and private events.


Alex Mitchell
Alex is a queer, autistic, disabled comic who uses self-deprecating humour and observational material to create a hilarious but heart-warming atmosphere wherever he performs. Laughing at himself, his neurodivergence, disability and sexuality – to reflect on some of the most difficult subjects within his own life and wider society, Alex is a truly funny and fearless comic.
Alex appeared on the 2024 series of Britain’s Got Talent, reaching the final after winning his semi by public vote (the only comic to do so). All three of his Britain’s Got Talent performances have individually amassed tens of thousands of views online. Since then, he has appeared on Good Morning Britain, Lorraine and Heart Radio Breakfast.
Sam Avery
Sam Avery is an award-winning stand-up comedian, bestselling author, renowned speaker and viral blogger. In 2018 he embarked on his debut national tour, selling out venues across the UK, culminating in two nights at London’s prestigious Leicester Square Theatre.
For the last 18 years Sam has used humour to create happier, healthier people as the Artistic Director of the Comedy Trust, a Liverpool-based charitable organisation. Sam has delivered over 350 comedy programmes in a wide range of settings for all ages, backgrounds and requirements. This has included high profile talks for clients such as Just Eat, Barclays, Pepsi, The North Face, United Utilities, Walkers, Danone, MoneySuperMarket, Liverpool FC and Public Health England.


Lost Voice Guy
Lee Ridley known as Lost Voice Guy is the original stand-up comedian to use a communication aid, and the first to win Britain’s Got Talent. Appearing on popular UK TV shows including The One Show, This Morning, BBC Breakfast and has performed at the Royal Variety Performance.
Lee is an ambassador for the charity Scope and a patron of Smile For Life, Find a Voice, Communication Matters, the Scott-Morgan Foundation and the Sequal Trust. He frequently delivers keynote speeches at events, taking the client’s brief and combining it with his unique sense of humour to address difficult subjects with ease.
Cillian O’Connor
Magician Cillian O’Connor is a Britain’s Got Talent Finalist, an Autism Awareness Key Speaker, World Record holder, a Global Child Prodigy Award winner, and a talented performer.
The young magician is taking the world by storm with mesmerising performances and a passion for creating magic. He’s made headlines with his astounding appearance on BGT with 500 million views online. Cillian is also a passionate advocate for autism awareness. His inspiring TEDx & Stanford University Talk on his personal journey with autism has touched the hearts of many and has made him a sought-after speaker on this important topic.
Cillian’s magical talent, combined with his ability to captivate audiences and generate awareness, has led to various TV and radio interviews where he’s shared his unique perspective on life with autism.


Laurence Clark
Laurence Clark is a comedian and screenwriter who has cerebral palsy. His observational, political stand-up, and filmed stunts allow you to see the world through his eyes – with humour and warmth.
With TV appearances on BBC, ITV and Channel 4, Laurence was the subject of major BBC1 documentary We Won’t Drop The Baby, been a presenter for BBC Newsnight and has appeared on The Wright Stuff and the One Show.
With his experience in hosting and performing at corporate events, Laurence is in high demand on the conference circuit. Whether it’s stand-up comedy, a keynote speech, or a witty talk after lunch or dinner, Laurence has the ability to connect and communicate with a wide and diverse range of audiences.
The Thinking Drinkers
Ben McFarland and Tom Sandham, otherwise known as The Thinking Drinkers, are two of the UK’s leading drinks experts and ‘alco-demics’.
Equipped with more than 40 years’ experience, the discerning drinking duo have authored an array of award-winning drinks books and earned a number of industry accolades – Ben has been named “British Beer Writer of The Year” while Tom is the IWSC “Spirits Communicator of the Year”. Their well-stocked drinks cabinet of corporate ideas are all designed to entertain, inform and offer something different to dry drinks tastings.
