Bob Kulhan
Keynote Speaker: Business Improv Pioneer & CEO of Business Improv; Bestselling Author of "Getting to 'Yes And'"; Adjunct Professor at Duke & Columbia
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Bob Kulhan Biography
Bob Kulhan is a prominent figure at the intersection of comedy and commerce, known for translating improvisational techniques into practical business applications. Kulhan is the founder and CEO of Business Improv, a consultancy that connects improv to business through behavioral science and real-world strategies. Business Improv works with an international roster of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, leading business schools, and government agencies. Since 1999, Kulhan has developed customized programs for organizations such as Google, PepsiCo, American Express, Capital One, Ford Motor Company, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Hilton Hotels Worldwide, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Naval Academy.
Kulhan's background in professional improv includes acting with Chicago's Second City, serving as the first core faculty member of the Second City Training Center, and being part of the former resident company at iO Theater. He also studied, taught, and performed at Annoyance Theatre. Kulhan trained under influential improv figures such as Del Close, Martin de Maat, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Susan Messing, and Mick Napier. He co-founded the improv troupe Baby Wants Candy, which toured internationally and received the Ensemble of the Year award at the Chicago Improv Festival.
Transitioning from stage to boardroom, Kulhan co-created the first business school program dedicated to linking improvisation with business. He serves as an adjunct professor of business administration at both Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. In collaboration with leaders in behavioral decision making, Kulhan introduced improvisation into the MBA curriculum at Fuqua, combining experiential exercises with lectures, case studies, and discussions. This course has consistently ranked among Duke University's highest-rated MBA electives. Kulhan has designed Business Improv programs for 13 of the top 26 business schools in the United States and several leading institutions worldwide.
Kulhan's approach integrates cognitive and social psychology, behavioral economics, and communication science to help professionals develop skills in adaptability, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. He teaches techniques such as the "Yes, and" approach, divergent and convergent thinking, and presence, demonstrating how these methods can improve meetings, decision-making, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Kulhan has led Business Improv workshops across the United States, England, Scotland, Germany, Singapore, Australia, Turkey, Dubai, Mumbai, and Banff, Canada. He also developed the online course "Improvisational Communication," which focuses on applying Business Improv techniques to enhance communication, collaboration, creativity, change management, conflict resolution, and organizational culture.
Kulhan is the author of the bestselling book "Getting to 'Yes And': The Art of Business Improv," published by Stanford University Press. The book was a finalist for the International Book Awards in the Business: Management & Leadership category and compiles teaching methods and training exercises for individuals and organizations. Kulhan is recognized for making behavioral science accessible and engaging in leadership development and organizational culture.
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Bob Kulhan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Professors, Executive Leadership and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bob Kulhan for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Bob Kulhan generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kathy Ireland, Scott Shellstrom and Patrick Lencioni. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bob Kulhan for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Bob Kulhan for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Bob Kulhan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Bob Kulhan are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bob Kulhan, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Bob Kulhan speak about?
Bob Kulhan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Professors, Executive Leadership, Author, Business Leadership, Education, Actor, Comedian, Business, Business Authors and Business Consulting. -
Where does Bob Kulhan travel from?
Bob Kulhan generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Bob Kulhan?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bob Kulhan for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bob Kulhan for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bob Kulhan or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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