Press Kit
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Short Bio
For event programsEric Thompson is a speaker, comedian, and magician who has spent over 50 years performing in front of live audiences across the United States and around the world. Blending humor, storytelling, and real-life experience, he delivers powerful messages on resilience, perspective, and finding joy in the middle of life's challenges. As the creator of Million Miles, Million Smiles, Eric has traveled to more than 50 countries, using comedy and magic to connect with people from all walks of life. His unique background also includes serving as a firefighter/EMT, business owner, and community leader — giving him a rare, grounded perspective that resonates with both corporate and faith-based audiences. Eric doesn't just entertain — he leaves audiences thinking, laughing, and seeing life a little differently.
Long Bio
For website / keynote introsEric Thompson is a seasoned speaker who combines humor, heart, and hard-earned life experience to deliver messages that stick.
With a career spanning more than five decades, Eric has performed for thousands of audiences — from comedy clubs and corporate events to churches and international venues. But what sets him apart isn't just what he does on stage — it's what he's lived off of it.
Eric is the founder of Million Miles, Million Smiles, a personal mission that has taken him to over 50 countries, bringing laughter and encouragement to people in vastly different circumstances. Along the way, he's seen firsthand how perspective — not circumstance — shapes how people experience life.
Beyond the stage, Eric has built and run several successful businesses for over 40 years, served his community as a firefighter/EMT, and held leadership roles in local government and nonprofit organizations. These experiences give him a rare ability to connect with real people facing real challenges.
His talks are not built on theory — they're built on life.
Through a blend of storytelling, humor, and insight, Eric helps audiences learn how to adapt, persevere, and find meaning — even when life doesn't go according to plan.
Signature Talks
Full details →Million Miles, Million Smiles
30 to 60 minTravel stories from fifty-plus countries and the perspective that comes with seeing real struggle. Flagship keynote — works for corporate, faith-based, and nonprofit audiences.
What Stage Lights Taught Me About Real Life
30 to 60 minFive decades of live performance distilled into lessons on reading a room, adapting under pressure, and recovering in real time. Built for leadership and sales audiences.
Finding the Funny When Life Isn’t
30 to 60 minThe personal talk. Hardship, humor as a survival tool, and finding meaning when things fall apart. Clean throughout. Strong for faith-based events and fundraisers.
Headshots
Hi-res versions available by request — email contact@ericthompsonmagic.com.
Approved Intro
“Our next speaker has spent fifty years on stage — from comedy clubs and theaters to corporate stages and international venues in more than 50 countries. He's the founder of Million Miles, Million Smiles, a lifelong business owner, a firefighter/EMT, a city councilman who has held elected political office, and a podcast host. But what he brings to the stage today isn't a highlight reel — it's perspective. Please welcome Eric Thompson.”