Mike Rayburn ~ World's Funniest Guitar Virtuoso

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By Karen Coyle, Sprint
HR/Talent Management - Leadership Development
Program Manager II

Some of you may have seen Mike at a conference as a keynote artist. That is because in 2001 Mike successfully transitioned his career from the college entertainment scene to the corporate market, as well as select theater engagements. Mike does after-dinner and award-show entertainment as well as opening/closing keynotes, using his unique guitar skills and hilarious songs to illustrate three tools attendees can use to step beyond perceived limitations. It is a keynote presentation unlike any you've ever seen. Mike teaches the tools which as he says, "...took me from playing for seven people in a bar to Carnegie Hall."

If you've never seen or heard him the only way to get it is to watch the video clips click here. First of all, Mike is a hilarious stand-up comic. His "Questions" bit and self-effacing commentaries are funny and wonderfully-warped. But what sets him apart is his masterful guitar work click here.

Mike is also known for combining musical artists and styles in ways God never intended. "Bob Marley sings Garth Brooks." "Led Zeppelin sings Dr. Seuss."  "Dan Fogelberg sings AC/DC," "Bruce Springsteen sings Green Acres," etc.

If you want to try something fun, entertaining and with a message, give Mike a try. I have hired Mike for several events over the years, across the country and have thoroughly enjoyed his skill that has a great message of "What If And Why Not" philosophy.