Who is Sam McCool?

A world-class MC, comedian, writer, keynote speaker, and speaking coach. He’s also a distinguished debater, actor, voiceover artist, and expert in tailored event hoaxes. Most of all, he’s an optimistic innovator with a rare combination of artistic and entrepreneurial spirit.

Comedian

As a comedian, Sam burst onto the national comedy scene as a finalist on Australia’s Got Talent. He followed with sell-out solo shows at the Sydney Opera House, several one-hour comedy specials, and became a hit on the international circuit, touring from Bollywood to Hollywood.

MC

His MC skills are in high demand, having hosted events for TEDx, IBM, Amazon, AMP, Accor, Dell Technologies, Bayer, ING, Optus, Mirvac, Samsung, Airtasker, Australia Post, 3M, UNSW, and the Australian Event Awards, plus many other trusted brands.

Tech & Startups

• TEDx Sydney (2017–2019) – host of St George’s Kickstart pitch competition
• Dell Technologies Partner Summit (Fiji 2018, South Korea 2019, Vietnam 2021, Thailand 2022)
• Founding member & regular host at The Studio (media-tech incubator)
• Host: “MediaTech is the new FinTech” debate
• Host: Singularity U Summit (Sydney Opera House & ICC Sydney)
• Artificial Intelligence hoax for Taysols
• Wearable technology hoax for CBHS & Lovisa
• MC of Ducatus crypto launch (Bali)
• Human vs AI Comedy Keynote with IBM, Tech Data & Dell Technologies

Published Playwright

Author of “Lighten Up” (Currency Press), developed by Sydney Theatre Company and performed at Griffin Theatre Company.

Multicultural Ambassador

One of Australia’s leading multicultural ambassadors and expert in TLC: Travel, Languages, and Culture. Travelled to over 80 countries and speaks French, Arabic, Indonesian, Spanish, and English. Co-creator and host of Australia’s first multicultural game show “Melting Pot Luck!”

Hoaxes

Expert in curated event hoaxes, performing as a range of fictitious characters such as a Greek diplomat, Indian cross-cultural consultant, Scottish comedian, English property expert, American AI CEO, wearable tech expert, French rugby coach, wine expert, and Qatari Finance Minister.

Speaker Coaching

Creator of the “McCool Method of Speaking Success”, coaching clients including SCG Trust, INVNT, and several C-Level executives.

International Tours

Performed across USA, Canada, Mexico, India, Bali, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Philippines, Vietnam, France, Switzerland, UK, NZ, and at the Rio Olympics.

Career Highlights

• Host – TEDxSydney Business Hive (3 years)
• Sydney Opera House – Sell-out seasons (2012, 2016, 2021)
• Finalist – Australia’s Got Talent
• Writer/Actor – “Lighten Up” (STC & Griffin)
• Writer/Actor – Microsoft/Nokia online campaign
• TV – Glasshouse, Can of Worms, Foxtel, AGT
• Radio – ABC, Wave FM, Pulse FM, FBi, 2SER
• Films – Dags, Eclipse, Mao’s Last Dancer
• Writer – Stand Up Comedy Mag (LA), Beat Mag (Bali)

Original Shows

• 2012 – Around the World in 80 Jokes
• 2013 – Multiple Personality Distorter
• 2014 – Embracist
• 2015 – Revisionary
• 2016 – Turning Thoughty
• 2017 – Politricks
• 2021 – Sam McCool Dad School
• 2022 – Comeback Special

Corporate Clients

Major: TEDxSydney, Accor, 3M, Dell EMC, Samsung, Microsoft, Nokia, Optus, Airtasker, Mirvac, Mazda, AMP, ING, Australia Post, Mastercard, and more.

Multicultural: Canadian Tourism Commission, Macedonian Film Festival, Marconi Club, Arab-Australian Business Council, Mekong Club, Bali International Fashion Show, ANZ Business Association of India, Canterbury Crusaders.

Repeat: AMP, UNSW, Dell, Becton Dickinson, NIBA, TEDx, ING, Accor, Capricorn, Canadian Tourism Commission.

Cruise Lines

Silversea, Seabourn, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Princess, Azamara, Celebrity.

Charity Work

The Smith Family, Westmead Children’s Hospital, Variety, Children’s Oncology Foundation, Médecins Sans Frontières, Hunter Valley Breast Cancer Foundation, Gift of Bread, Australian Skin Cancer Foundation, Cancer Council, Giant Steps.

Keynotes

• “Embracism” – Diversity/Inclusion
• “Mid-Life Oasis” – Inspiration
• “9 Lives” – Life lessons from near-death experiences
• “AI vs Human Comedy Challenge” – World-first live comedy battle

What Clients Say

“Truly entertaining, truly funny, truly engaging, truly special.” – John Doumani, CEO, Zip Heaters

“Unanimously positive… hit the mark for a diverse and discerning group.” – Tim Steele, MD, IPAC

“Outstanding… on target for an academic audience.” – Prof. Prem Ramburuth, UNSW

“Master of Atmosphere… the funniest comedian I have ever seen.” – Stella Gianotto, Oncology Children’s Foundation

Bookings

Sam works with a network of speaker bureaux and event managers. Contact the person who shared this bio for enquiries.

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