Michael Karl

Michael Karl

Keynote Speaker: Corporate Mentalist & Business Communication Expert; Keynote Speaker for Fortune 500 Companies; Featured on "Penn & Teller"

Michael Karl Biography

Michael Karl is a corporate mentalist and keynote speaker whose career bridges psychological illusion and practical business communication. Karl's interest in the mind began early; he started performing magic at age 6 and began his professional career at 14. He soon became more interested in the psychology behind magic, focusing on human behavior and the factors that influence decision-making. This pursuit led him to develop expertise as a psychological illusionist, or mentalist.

Karl's mentalism and business communication act has taken him around the world, performing on cruise ships, at universities, for corporate events, conferences, television, and radio. An early milestone in his career was becoming one of the official magicians for the Orlando Magic and performing at the NBA Finals. In a demonstration of his understanding of psychology and body language, Karl once fooled a polygraph test administered by law enforcement.

Karl has worked as a corporate mentalist and speaker for Fortune 500 companies, including MARS, AT&T, Hilton, Marriott, Delta, Adidas, NBA, HBO, and HP. He is a frequent keynote speaker at events for clients such as PayPal, Indeed, Toyota, Mars, and AT&T. His television profile expanded with an appearance on the TV show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us," where he used subliminal messaging to influence the decisions of Penn Jillette, Teller, and Alyson Hannigan. He has also appeared on various media channels, demonstrating skills such as predicting headlines, duplicating drawings, and reading the minds of audiences.

Karl distinguishes himself by translating the art of mentalism into actionable business insights. He is regularly invited to speak at conferences about communication skills, including influence, persuasion, connection, and body language, due to his ability to interpret human micro signals. In his signature show, "In My Head," Karl demonstrates a blend of psychology, suggestion, and showmanship. His presentations provide audiences with practical communication techniques and strategies for influencing others.

With over 20 years as a professional mentalist, Karl's knowledge of influence and persuasion is grounded in experience. He emphasizes the importance of asking better questions and initiating quality conversations to build stronger relationships in both personal and professional contexts. When virtual events became prevalent, Karl adapted by delivering more than 200 virtual presentations, helping companies maintain and scale their operations. Whether on stage or online, Karl delivers experiences that encourage audiences to rethink communication and human connection.

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Michael Karl Videos

Michael Karl on Penn & Teller: Fool Us // Subliminal Messages
Michael Karl Speaker Video 2021 - YouTube

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What topics does Michael Karl speak about?

Michael Karl is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Mindset, Host & Emcee, Magician, Performing Arts, Psychology, Social Sciences, Workshop, Business Coaching, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Communication and Business Leadership.

Where does Michael Karl travel from?

Michael Karl 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 Michael Karl?

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Michael Karl is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Mental Health, Mindfulness and Personal Growth. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Karl for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Michael Karl 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 Todd Sinelli, Kevin Viner and Dan Chan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Karl for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/05/2026.

Michael Karl Videos

Michael Karl on Penn & Teller: Fool Us // Subliminal Messages
Michael Karl Speaker Video 2021 - YouTube
  • How do I book Michael Karl to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michael Karl for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Michael Karl, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Michael Karl or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Michael Karl for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Michael Karl, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michael Karl are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michael Karl, 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 Michael Karl speak about?

  • Where does Michael Karl travel from?

    Michael Karl 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 Michael Karl?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Karl 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 Michael Karl 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 Michael Karl 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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