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Alan Shortt.

Motivational Speaker, Comedian & MC

Alan Shortt, a seasoned Motivational Speaker, Comedian, and MC, brings two decades of radio and TV experience. Renowned for his hilarious political impressions, he entertains clients nationwide and shares expert insights on communication and presenting skills, as seen at the 2024 Pendulum Summit.

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Biography

Motivational Speaker, Comedian & MC Alan Shortt has been working in radio and television in Ireland for the last twenty years, gaining wide experience from both behind and in front of the camera.

He has entertained private and corporate clients all over Ireland and abroad with his hilarious political impressions and as a highly professional Master of Ceremonies. Alan Shortt’s characters include Bertie Aherne, Michael Noonan, Michael D Higgins, C. J. Haughey, Mrs. Charlie McCreevy, Beverly Cooper-Flynn, Jackie Healy-Rae, Willie O’ Dea, Bill Clinton and George Bush. Alan Shortt’s one-man show is suited to all corporate events, conferences, product launches and private social gatherings.

He has worked as a presenter, performer, producer, and is currently a regular contributor on RTE Radio/TV and BBC Radio Ulster. Most recently, Alan took to the stage at the 2024 Pendulum Summit. This time, rather than interviewing the likes of Richard Branson, he enthralled the 3,000 person audience with his insights on the science of communication skills and tips for being a great presenter.

To book Motivational Speaker & Communication Expert, Comedian & MC Alan Shortt for your event, contact Front Row Speakers on +353 1 485 3991 or email welcome@frontrowspeakers.com.

Speaking Topics

  • Political Impressions & Comedy
  • Motivation Workshops
  • Media and Interview Skills
  • Team Building
  • MC for Events

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Testimonials

“Alan Shortt’s after dinner speech was wonderful…so well received. Alan can really read his audience and all found him hilarious. Alan combines both off the cuff humour, with material that he had specially prepared for our group. He clearly put a lot of preparation time into it. He was a wonderful close to Day 1 of our Conference & comments were made as to how we were ever to going to top that!”

-Adrienne Buckley, IAUG