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Keynotes + Hosting

High-energy, interactive talks people will remember

✔ Keynote Speaking

✔ Emcee / Hosting

✔ Conference + Panel Facilitation

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“I always ask clients before a program what their goals are or what they want people to leave with. I work backward from there to craft the talk or my questions as an emcee to deliver on that goal.”

– Tane Danger, Keynote Speaker, Host, Emcee, and Facilitator

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✔ Keynote Speaker

Tane delivers compelling, entertaining keynote talks on creativity, teamwork, leadership, and the power of fun.

He draws on his 22-years of experience as an improv comedy performer and 15-plus years of experience in engagement and facilitation. 

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✔ Host and Facilitator

Tane has interviewed more than 500 people on stage including members of Congress, university and college presidents, academics, journalists, historians, authors, and more.

He thrives at developing authentic moments of connection.

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✔ Emcee

Tane has emceed galas and fundraisers that have raised millions of dollars for worthy causes across Minnesota and the country. He’s hosted conferences for everyone from major healthcare companies to the wonkiest political or academic gatherings.

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“Many speakers promise to personalize their presentations for the audience but Tane definitely got them thinking and participating. I highly recommend Tane for any group that wants to get participants engaged and feeling inspired.”

— Margaret Donahoe, Executive Director, Minnesota Transportation Alliance

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“Tane is an exceptional facilitator who can make challenging topics accessible to a broad audience. He is engaged in the issues in a way that inspires us to move beyond dialogue to action."

— Nate Dorr, Vice President of Philanthropy and Advocacy, Northwest Minnesota Foundation

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Keynote topics include:

✔ Creativity, Communication and Collaboration

✔ Yes, And… Leadership

✔ Building Teams that Work

✔ The Power of Fun

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Fast Fact

Since 2015, Tane has emceed scores of fundraising events.

So far, his events have raised more than $5,000,000!

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Contact us!

Let’s build an event that your audience will love.

Book us now or contact us for a free consultation to explore your options. We respond via email to inquiries within 1-3 business days. For the fastest response, reach out to Tane Danger at tane@dangerboat.net.

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Phone
(612) 843-4443

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