Success Isn’t Found in the Beige Middle.
I’m Laurie Ayers, a Keynote Humorist and Impersonator. Using the sharp wit of Phyllis Diller and the culinary courage of Julia Child, I show your audience that nonconformity isn't just a trait—it’s a strategic business advantage.
High-Energy Wisdom from the First Ladies of Nonconformity
"Laurie has always provided laughter and fun for those around her. I’ve seen her wit in action for over 20 years now and she never fails to entertain. She is creative, funny and a real charmer and will provide your group with an event that will be talked about long after it’s over." Debbie Burton, Rockford MI
Keynote Experience
STOP BLENDING IN. START STANDING OUT.
In a world obsessed with standardization and "best practices," the loudest noise we hear is the pressure to fit a specific mold. We’re told to blend in, play it safe, and follow the manual.
THE KEYNOTE: First Ladies of Nonconformity - Phyllis, Julia, and the Courage to be Different.
Through high-energy storytelling and live, on-stage transformations into icons Phyllis Diller and Julia Child, I prove that being "different" isn't a defect—it’s a business strategy.
Celebrity Impersonations
Phyllis Diller, Tribute Artist Laurie Ayers brings nostalgic fun and interactive entertainment to your event. Have your guests reminiscing about your event for years to come.
Host Phyllis Diller for standup comedy, grown-up story time, walkabout entertainment, meet and greet photo ops, and product ambassador to create an immersive experience that complements your theme and occasion.
About Laurie Ayers
The Practitioner’s Edge: "As an entrepreneur and one of the few women in the elite celebrity impersonator industry, Laurie knows the cost of the 'Noise.' She doesn't just talk about fortitude; she practices it by stepping into the shoes of icons to prove that being 'too much' is exactly enough."
Nearly 40 years of laughter, TEDx speaker, and a master of "The Quick Change."
With nearly 40 years as an elite celebrity impersonator and entrepreneur, I know that "standing out" isn't a vanity project—it's a survival strategy. In my signature keynote, I don't just talk about the courage to be different; I demonstrate it through high-speed, on-stage transformations into the icons who redefined the rules: Phyllis Diller and Julia Child.
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