Best North Carolina Motivational Speakers

Motivational Speakers in North Carolina are not only experienced but also incredibly easy-going and relatable. Ideal for events in Charlotte’s corporate world, government meetings in Raleigh, or educational gatherings in Greensboro, our speakers make every session engaging. They capture the Tar Heel State's warm and inviting atmosphere, providing laughter and learning in a way that feels personal and impactful. Each of the keynote speakers listed below have recently performed their highly-engaging presentations in Asheville, Atlantic Beach, Charlotte, Durham, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Greenville, Hickory, Pinehurst, Raleigh, Wilmington, and other North Carolina cities.

Motivational Speaker in North Carolina Larry Weaver
Professional comedian and keynote speaker Larry Weaver uses clean humor, funny anecdotes, and heartfelt stories to illustrate the importance of energy, team, and attitude. These topics drive success in any field — from Leadership and Teamwork to Customer Service, Safety, and Stress Reduction. His presentation blends stand-up comedy with meaningful content, ensuring your audience laughs, learns, and leaves refreshed. With experience at events in all 50 states and trusted by associations nationwide, Larry is the perfect way to kick off your event or close on a high note!

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Funny Speaker Michael Jr
Known as one of today's most gifted communicators, he brings laughter and encouragement to audiences all over the world. Using comedy and dynamic storytelling he inspires audiences to discover and activate their purpose. His mission is to make laughter commonplace in uncommon places.

Fee $30k+ (USD)

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Inspiring Speaker Derrick Tennant
An internationally renowned comedian, speaker, and secret magician, he journeys globally, sharing his inspiring story of overcoming formidable challenges to emerge as the influential leader he is today. His narrative resonates across cultures, imparting lessons of resilience and triumph.

Fee $5k+ (USD)

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Inspirational Speaker Karen Mills
She is a comedian and ovarian cancer survivor renowned for her witty and insightful humor. Through keynote speeches and performances at cancer survivor events and women's health expos, she shares her journey with humor and inspiration, captivating audiences with her clever and astute comedy.

Fee $5k+ (USD)

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Mindset Speaker Steve Gilliland
This engaging presentation tackles how our fast-paced, stressful lives often lead us astray, influenced by diverse people and situations. It humorously and insightfully illustrates the intersection of daily life with varied perspectives and characters. Discover key strategies to prevent negativity from hindering your ability to perform at your best.

Fee $10k+ (USD)

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Teamwork Speaker Paul Miller
Participants in this event are treated to a top-tier comedy juggling performance, intertwined with clear, step-by-step guidance on how to juggle - a metaphor for mastering any skill. They'll learn strategies to reduce stress and foster physical, intellectual, emotional, and social well-being. This interactive, improvisational show is captivating from beginning to end.

Fee $5k+ (USD)

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Larry Weaver, Clean Comedian in Durham, NC speaks at Carolina Theatre

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Larry Weaver, Clean Comedian in Raleigh, NC speaks at Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel

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Larry Weaver, Clean Comedian in Durham, NC speaks at Wake County Wildlife Club

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Larry Weaver, Motivational Speaker in Conover, NC speaks at La Quinta Inn & Suites

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Larry Weaver, Motivational Speaker in Greensboro, NC speaks at Joseph S. Koury Convention Center

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Larry Weaver, Clean Comedian in Cary, NC speaks at Embassy Suites RTP

Reviews from North Carolina. Speakers you can trust.

Motivational Speaker in Charlotte, NC

"Thank you to Larry Weaver for speaking at Synergy 2025! His session was well-received. All logistics and professional interactions with him were excellent. From clear pre-show communication and high-quality promotional materials to on-time arrival and evident professionalism throughout, every aspect of the engagement was handled smoothly and efficiently."

Member Experience Manager, Senior Dining Association
Teamwork Speaker in Durham, NC

"Paul Miller was a very energetic and entertaining performer who brought everyday relevance to his juggling act."

Director, NC Farm Bureau Support Services Corp
Motivational Speaker in Greensboro, NC

"Larry Weaver was outstanding, beyond expectations. His humor and message left us energized and with something to truly think about and apply. I highly recommend Larry."

Education Council, North Carolina Healthcare Financial Management Association
Motivational Speaker in Winston-Salem, NC

"Larry was the perfect keynote speaker for our company's Annual Meeting. He was engaging and entertaining from the start. He was clean, uplifting and kept the audience laughing the entire time. We have received great feedback from our associates!"

Chief Product Management & Marketing Officer, Fidelity Bank
Motivational Speaker in Chapel Hill, NC

"Our crowd thoroughly enjoy Larry Weaver's performance. He was prompt, friendly and very entertaining!"

Director, Eastern Piedmont Tax Association
Stress Speaker in Raleigh, NC

"Lyndy did an awesome job with the young farmers at our conference! We have received a lot of great feedback on his session. I have passed his contact info on to a few of my colleagues that are looking for great speakers for their conferences. Thanks for making our event a success."

Committee Member, North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation
Communication Speaker in Durham, NC

"Joshua was magnificent. The students and faculty in attendance thoroughly enjoyed his show. It was spot on in terms of content and length. He was funny along with being an excellent showman/magician. He was on-time and very professional. I would definitely ask him to come back for another performance, for this group or for another group."

Assistant Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education, Duke University
Communication Speaker in Wilkesboro, NC

"From the moment he walked in, to the moment we said goodbye, Joshua was kind, friendly, personable and his show was AMAZING! He immediately connected with our group, made everyone feel included and wowed us at every turn. The moments that created jaw drops were too many to count! The content of the key note was timely and relevant. Every Single Person in attendance commented on how grateful they were to have Josh join us! We can not say THANK YOU enough!"

Director of Operations, Team Nicholson Realty
Leadership Speaker in Greensboro, NC

"Mike Goodwin is a fabulous presenter! He immediately connected with the audience and provided a session of meaningful dialogue and humor, just as we were hoping for and more! His stage presence is perfect and his comments relatable to our conference participants. Leadership and Laughter was very well received by our audience of over 700 participants!"

Training Manager, NCWorks Training Center
Motivational Speaker in Franklin, NC

"We had Larry Weaver speak at our end of the year meeting. His presentation was received very well by our audience and the message was on target based on our request."

Executive Director, Macon Program for Progress
Motivational Speaker in Asheville, NC

"Larry Weaver nailed it talking about a positive attitude, resiliency, and kindness! I believe this goes a long way today in the sales/business/ healthcare world. In fact, just in our daily life if you are a father, mother, friend, or coworker this is very valuable and important. I saw this many many times over the week when we were at the Summit."

Senior Territory Manager, Aeroflow Health
Motivational Speaker in Charlotte, NC

"Larry Weaver provided the perfect ending to our annual sales meeting! From initial contact to his actual performance, he could not have been easier to work with. Prompt, professional and very funny! Larry's humor was well received by our team and he was able to blend in a meaningful message that resonated with our group. The feedback has been outstanding! I would highly recommend Larry to any group or organization seeking good, clean entertainment. Top notch all the way!"

Director of Sales and Delivery Services, Piedmont Natural Gas / Duke Energy

A few of the towns our nationally-touring keynote speakers have performed in include: Aberdeen, Ahoskie, Albemarle, Arden, Asheboro, Asheville, Atlantic Beach, Autryville, Banner Elk, Battleboro, Black Mountain, Boone, Burlington, Camp Lejeune, Carrboro, Cary, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Cherokee, City, Claremont, Clayton, Clemmons, Clinton, Clyde, Concord, Connellys Springs, Conover, Dublin, Durham, Elizabeth City, Elkin, Elon, Erwin, Falcon, Farmville, Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Franklin, Franklinton, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Goldsboro, Graham, Greensboro, Greenville, Henderson, Hendersonville, Hickory, High Point, Holly Springs, Huntersville, Jacksonville, Jamestown, Kannapolis, Kings Mountain, Kinston, La Grange, Lake Junaluska, Lenoir, Lexington, Lumberton, Marshville, Matthews, Mebane, Mocksville, Monroe, Mooresville, Morehead City, Morrisville, Moyock, Nashville, New Bern, Newton, Oak City, Oak Island, Ocean Isle, Oriental, Pinehurst, Pittsboro, Princeton, Raleigh, Reidsville, Research Triangle Park, Rockingham, Rocky Mount, Roxboro, Sanford, Seaboard, Shalotte, Shelby, Smithfield, Southern Pines, Statesville, Sunset Beach, Supply, Swan Quarter, Tabor City, Thomasville, Troy, Wadesboro, Wake Forest, Wallace, Waxhaw, West Jefferson, Whiteville, Wilkesboro, Wilmington, Wilson, Windsor, Winston-Salem, Wrightsville Beach, NC and others.

Upcoming Dates

On Monday, June 15, 2026 in Charlotte, NC, Larry Weaver is scheduled for Athletic Directors & Sports Medicine Conference at Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte. If you'll be nearby, let's connect about availability for your team.

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