John McPherson

Cartoonist, "Close to Home" Creator, Author

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Saratoga Springs, NY, USA
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John McPherson Biography

John McPherson is the cartoonist and creator behind the renowned comic panel "Close to Home." The comic debuted in 1992 and today is featured in over 700 newspapers worldwide, including prominent publications such as the New York Daily News, The Miami Herald, The Washington Post, The Japan Times, and The Vietnam News.

John has successfully expanded his brand beyond the comic strips by publishing over 20 book collections of his cartoons and creating a best-selling yearly block calendar, now in its 26th year. Additionally, his influence extends to a line of greeting cards through Recycled Paper Products and his own "Close to Home" clothing line. His work also includes diverse merchandise like T-shirts, mugs, screensavers, and stationery.

As a skilled speaker, McPherson has engaged nearly 200 groups, sharing insights on humor, creativity, and his experiences as a cartoonist. His presentations are known for their humor, informativeness, and high levels of audience interaction. Among his speaking engagements are notable institutions and events such as Yale University, The FBI, Case Western University Medical Law School, and the International Conference on Humor and Creativity. In 2004, he was honored with a lifetime achievement award from Bucknell University. John has also authored "The Get Well Book: A Little Book of Laughs to Make You Feel a Whole Lot Better," further showcasing his versatility and reach across different media.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/26/2024.

John McPherson Speaking Topics

  • Behind the Scenes: The Life and Career of John McPherson

  • How to Boost Your Creativity

  • How Your Organization Can Benefit from Everyday Humor

  • Why Humor is One of the Most Powerful Forms of Communication

  • The Close Link Between Stress and Humor

John McPherson Videos

  • Close to Home - John McPherson
    John McPherson is the cartoonist and creator behind the renowned comic panel Close to Home. Close to Home debuted in 1992 and now appears in over 700...
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John McPherson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Behind the Scenes: The Life and Career of John McPherson, How to Boost Your Creativity, How Your Organization Can Benefit from Everyday Humor, Why Humor is One of the Most Powerful Forms of Communication and The Close Link Between Stress and Humor. The estimated speaking fee range to book John McPherson for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. John McPherson generally travels from Saratoga Springs, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Linda Ellerbee, Jesse Dylan, Daymond John, A.J. Jacobs and Roy Firestone. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John McPherson for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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