Avish Parashar

Avish Parashar is an experienced, innovative, energetic, and humorous speaker who uses his extensive experience in improv comedy, spanning over 30 years of performing, directing, and teaching, to deliver engaging and humorous presentations to a wide range of audiences. His sessions incorporate humorous stories, jokes, audience interaction, and improv comedy games, making his presentations interactive and highly engaging.

Parashar emphasizes the importance of improvisation in responding to unexpected challenges in both life and business, encapsulating his philosophy in programs like "DING Happens!- How to Quickly Make the Most of Whatever Life Throws at You!" and "Unleashing Brilliance By Observing Stupidity!" His key message, "Planning is Important, but Improvising is Essential," underscores the necessity of adaptability and creativity, which he expertly conveys through his unique educational background and professional experiences.

Avish graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1995, founded and performed with Polywumpus Improv Comedy until 2002, and currently directs and teaches at Full Circle Theater. He is the author of "Improvise to Success!" and the Amazon best-selling "Say 'Yes, And!'" Additionally, he is an active member of professional organizations such as the National Speakers Association and Toastmasters. Outside of speaking, Parashar enjoys reading, writing, playing basketball, and making short films. His presentations not only offer invaluable insights but are also customizable to align with specific themes, making them suitable for a diverse spectrum of events and audiences.