Sam McCool is a globally accomplished comedian, MC, and speaker coach with a rare ability to unite diverse audiences through humour, intellect, and impeccable timing. A finalist on Australia’s Got Talent, Sam has entertained nearly 1,000,000 people, travelled to 85+ countries, and performed in over 20 of them—including the USA, Brazil, Switzerland, Singapore, the UK, and throughout Australia and New Zealand.
With a portfolio spanning 5,000+ live events and tailored material for 50+ industries, Sam has become a trusted talent for companies—including Amazon, Deloitte, Airtasker, Qantas, AMP, IBM, Samsung, TEDx, Dell Technologies, and various Australian government agencies.
He’s a familiar face on high-profile stages, having performed at iconic venues like the Sydney Opera House, ICC Sydney, Flemington Racecourse, and Royal Randwick—blending humour with professionalism in both local and international events.
Sam’s services include corporate comedy shows designed with clean, clever material tailored to each audience; professional MC hosting that keeps events on schedule and guests engaged; and speaker coaching for executives and teams using his signature McCool Method, empowering leaders to present with greater impact.
Beyond the mic, Sam is also a creative force behind several innovative event formats. These include The Human & AI Comedy Challenge (in partnership with IBM), Melting Pot Luck—the world’s first multicultural game show, and Dual Auctioneers—a fast-paced, two-host auction concept.
Whether he's emceeing a summit, performing for cruise galas, or prepping nervous executives to own the stage, Sam consistently delivers events that are polished, intelligent, and deeply engaging. His humour is safe for work, tailored to every industry, and shaped not just by comedic talent, but by a deep understanding of audience dynamics, cross-industry experience, and professional storytelling.
Sam’s career highlights include performing in over 20 countries and five languages; hosting more than 5,000 events across 50+ industries; creating custom comedy for sectors as diverse as tech, finance, academia, mining, pathology, and government; coaching global leaders to present more confidently; and sharing stages with Nobel Laureates, senior ministers, and corporate leaders alike.
Clients often describe Sam as instrumental to their event’s success—highlighting his preparation, adaptability, intelligence, and ability to make organisers shine.
Whether he’s gently roasting the CEO, energising a black-tie gala, or helping a leader land their keynote with confidence—Sam McCool brings humour, professionalism, and originality to every moment on stage.
