Charlie Berens
Keynote Speaker: Comedian & Midwest Humorist; Bestselling Author; Emmy Award-Winning Journalist; Creator of Manitowoc Minute
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Charlie Berens Biography
Charlie Berens is a comedian, bestselling author, Emmy Award-winning journalist, musician, and creator of the viral Midwest comedy brand Manitowoc Minute. Berens is known for his Midwestern sensibility and humor, with national recognition through features on Comedy Central, Fox, CBS, Variety, and MTV News, as well as a social media following exceeding 10 million. He began his career in journalism, earning an Emmy Award for his reporting, before transitioning to comedy and launching Manitowoc Minute, which expanded into sketch videos, podcasts, and live tours.
Berens has established a presence as a public speaker and entertainer, selling hundreds of thousands of tickets across stand-up tours and headlining major venues nationwide. His first book, "The Midwest Survival Guide," became a New York Times bestseller and inspired a national comedy tour. His music and comedy album, "Unthawed," reached the top of the Billboard Bluegrass chart. He released his second stand-up special, "Neighborly," on YouTube in 2025. Berens has also launched Berens Old Fashioned Brandy and hosts the podcasts "Cripescast" and "Bellied Up," where he interviews public figures and engages with audiences in interactive formats.
Berens's work is recognized for its relatable humor and cultural insight, connecting with audiences both regionally and nationally. His achievements as a journalist, author, and performer demonstrate his expertise as a public speaker, while his commitment to charitable causes and support for local artists reflect his broader impact. Berens continues to contribute to the comedic landscape through his work on stage, online, and in print.
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Charlie Berens is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Comedian, Entertainment and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Charlie Berens for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Charlie Berens generally travels from Milwaukee, WI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Gianmarco Soresi, Stacy Pederson and Dusty Slay. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Charlie Berens for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Charlie Berens for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Charlie Berens, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Charlie Berens, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Charlie Berens speak about?
Charlie Berens is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedian, Entertainment, Author, Journalist, Music, Podcast Host and Bestselling Authors. -
Where does Charlie Berens travel from?
Charlie Berens generally travels from Milwaukee, WI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Charlie Berens?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Charlie Berens 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Charlie Berens 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 Charlie Berens 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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