Give Your Conference Something They’ll Talk About
Your conference already matters. Let me help make it harder to forget.
After a day of meetings, presentations and information, give your people something completely different: a chance to unwind, laugh together and become part of the experience.
With 30+ years of professional experience and more than 2,000 live performances in more than 28 countries, Gavin Hooper knows how to read a room, involve an audience and keep people laughing. His comedy hypnosis shows are clean, interactive and designed for corporate and conference audiences.
Want More Than Another Presentation?
Sometimes the most memorable moments at a conference are the ones nobody saw coming.
HMIA is an interactive conference program created for groups looking for something engaging, thought-provoking and decidedly different.
There’ll certainly be a few laughs along the way, but HMIA is designed to give people something to think about, talk about and recognize in their own lives.
Curious about HMIA? Ask Gavin how it could work for your meeting or conference.
Why Choose Gavin Hooper?
Experienced & professional – Years of live performance experience with corporate and conference audiences.
Clean & respectful – No humiliating or off-colour material. Volunteers are treated with respect.
Knows how to work a room – Comfortable with audiences of different sizes, ages and backgrounds.
Two Options. Two Different Goals
HMIA
Need something with more substance than a comedy show, without adding another traditional presentation to the agenda?
HMIA is an interactive conference program that gets people involved, curious and discovering some surprising things about themselves along the way.
Hooper The Fun Hypnotist
Looking for straight-up, crazy-fun entertainment that stays clean and appropriate for the room? Gavin’s comedy hypnosis show turns fun-loving, willing people in your audience into the stars of a fast-paced show that gets the whole room laughing together.
Easy to Work With.
From hotel ballrooms to conference centres, Gavin makes the process easy. His setup is straightforward and flexible, and with decades of live-event experience, he knows how to work with venues, AV teams and event organizers to help everything run smoothly.
Ready to Give Your Audience Something Different?
Whether you’re looking for straight-up entertainment or something with a little more substance, Gavin can help you choose the right option for your meeting, conference or event.
Let’s talk about what you have planned.
We hired Gavin Hooper to do a performance at our conference Banquet in September 2023 and his show was amazing. We had lots of laugh and enjoyed the clean... read more humour. Would definitely hire him again.
Lorraine Piller
We hired Gavin for a corporate party. Everyone in attendance enjoyed the show. A very talented & professional individual that I would work with again for any event
Lesa Crory
Gavin puts on one excellent show. You wont be disapointed.
EVFD
Gavin Hooper had our Grad class laughing from the start of his performance until the end. He is a great performer. Highly recommend Gavin the hypnotist!!! He puts on... read more a great show for everyone!!! Very entertaining!!
Kali Marshall
We hired Gavin for a corporate party. I wasn't sure what to expect and Gavin totally entertained and delivered. The show was in-line with the corporate culture and everyone had... read more a really good time. A very talented & professional individual that I would work with again for any event.
Cara Bedford
Phenomenal entertainment. Gavin is by all means, no words less than fantastic. He is a hilarious comedian and phenomenal entertertainer. 20/10 would see again. Hey Gav, Why... read more are you not in vegas yet? Hannah loved it. (Red dress from the firefighter show. Cheers. Literally the greatest.
Darcy A A
Saw Gavin do his show at the IL State Fair. He did an amazing job. We laughed the entire time and the participants were safe and funny. I would highly... read more recommend seeing one of his shows.
Doug
Gavin was a fantastic act for our Staff party at The Vibrant Vine- the show was great and thoroughly engaging throughout! All of our guests really enjoyed the performance.
Jessica Pattinson
Gavin was just fantastic!! Excellent to deal with and promptly on time. His show was funny and kept the audience glued to their seats. I would highly... read more recommend Gavin to anyone or any situation. Heather Veljacic- After Grad Chair HWSS 2018
Heather Veljacic
This is the 5th time (3 of which I've hired him for private or corporate events) I've experienced Gavin's AMAZING show & it is SO FANTASTIC!! He is very... read more professional, shows are family friendly, & he makes everyone feel at ease & reassured it's all about having some fun & laughs. I am continually in awe at his skill to hypnotize people & the variety of scenerios he creates are so hilarious - I had tears running down my face I was laughing so hard!! I would highly recommend Gavin's show & would hire him again!
Lauralee Germain
Gavin was amazing! I had tears from laughing so much. Our event was a success ,from the location, to the great food , to the great entertainment !! Thank you.
Monica Martinez
My staff xmas party was a blast were still laughing about it. being hypnotised is a very hard feeling to describe! I feel quite comfortable the entire time and im... read more glad i volunteered everyone at work now knows my name even though im new! The entire show was filled with people laughing we all had a great time thanks gavin!
Shades Pellar
Gavin was fabulous! Amazing entertainer, would most definitely recommend him for your event! He had the whole room filled with laughter, entertaining for everyone!!! Gavin was extremely generous... read more and accommodating to help meet our needs to make this night possible for us!!! His generosity is unsurpassable
Jamie Fuhriman
Had an amazing time watching Gavin Hooper!!
Vic Rodríguez
We had a staff Christmas lunch for 125 people, and I was nervous about keeping everyone engaged and happy with an alcohol-free work event. We found Gavin online, and he... read more graciously worked us into his schedule, last-minute. What a HUGE SUCCESS!!! The 12 volunteers in stage were safe and happy, no regrets from them at all. The crowd had an absolute riot as well- every single person was astounded and amused. Thanks, Gavin!
Dennis Meyer
This was by far a fantastic experience. Not only was the hypnosis great but how Gavin tailored it to our group. The comedy side of things definitely added to the... read more show. My wife and I were both cracking up the whole show. Thanks again for coming out and performing for our department.
Ken Making
Gavin was easy to work with, entertaining and professional. Top marks!
Erika Jarvis
What a great show! We had Gavin entertain our team at our recent Christmas staff party. He kept us laughing through the entire 2 hours , our staff is still... read more talking about. The sock monkey now has a home in one of our office as a fun reminder of the wonderful evening. We would highly recommend Gavin for any company event or just a small private show. Thanks Again, from the Staff at Skaha Ford.
Skaha Ford