Eric Gnezda

For two decades, inspirational speaker and songwriter Eric Gnezda has been captivating audiences across America. As a keynote speaker, Eric Gnezda has brought his exhilarating messages to a wide range of audiences -- from Fortune 500 corporations to international associations, youth groups, and service organizations.   He's often chosen to set the tone of major meetings as the kickoff keynote or as the inspirational closer to insure the meeting ends on a high note.

Eric blends his quick wit and musical talents with his deep appreciation for the human spirit.  Through his humor, insight and songs, Eric delivers dynamic and entertaining presentations nationally sought after by a wide variety of clients, from corporations and associations, to healthcare and education organizations, to service groups and general concert audiences.

A former newspaper columnist and Emmy-nominated television producer, Eric has written for various publications, including USA Today. Whether on radio, television or the stage, Eric entertains and inspires his audiences with his music, his humor, and, above all, his faith in his fellow human beings.

He has delivered commentaries on current events for National Public Radio, and his other media credits include Entertainment Tonight, ESPN, Nickelodeon, The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, The ABC Radio Network and Sports Illustrated.

Give Your Audience a Break from the Ordinary

As a keynote speaker and entertainer, Eric is renowned for creating fresh and original material custom written for his audiences.  His presentations are called upon for diverse purposes, including professional conferences, sales meetings, employee recognition celebrations and other company gatherings.

 He is also an accomplished composer of corporate and special event theme music.  His beloved anthem of triumph, Blossoms of Hope, is a favorite among cancer survivorship celebrations and other organizations.

"Outstanding!  Employees are still talking about the program." 

Lynn Schmeling, Project Coordinator

Children's Hospital

"From the humor to the the touching songs, it was first class all the way."

David Liebchen, Vice President

The Huntington Service Company

"Eric Gnezda blended humor, music, and warmth to captivate...the result was a performance that both motivated and touched the hearts of our audience."

Jim Gillis, Project Manager

Worthington Industries