Rory Gardiner is an award-winning comedian and CCMA-nominated country artist who has shared the stage with icons like Keith Urban. With over 100 million views across social media, his viral humor has been spotlighted on Canada’s Got Talent, America’s Funniest Videos, and TEDx.

For more than 20 years, Rory has entertained audiences around the world, from corporate events to conferences and performing arts centers. His dynamic presentations fuse stand-up comedy, music, and storytelling into an unforgettable experience that inspires audiences to rethink resilience, shift perception, and take bold action.

Unshakeable Resilience

Wednesday, February 25, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Rory Gardiner is a leading voice on creativity and resilience, helping organizations turn pressure into performance and challenges into growth. With his signature blend of humor and practical strategy, Rory equips teams to beat burnout, embrace change, and reframe their work in ways that drive retention and engagement.
A former corporate software consultant turned award-winning comedian and musician, Rory bridges the gap between hard-earned professional experience and laugh-out-loud storytelling. His unique approach makes complex ideas simple, relatable, and unforgettable, perfect for conferences, corporate gatherings, and mental health awareness events.

Learning Objectives:

• Reframe change and challenges into fresh opportunities
• Perform under pressure with proven coping strategies
• Tackle Burnout through creative reframing (sublimation)