Frequently Asked Questions

About Avish

Who is Avish Parashar? Avish Parashar is a professional keynote speaker, business trainer, and author based in Philadelphia, PA. He uses 20+ years of experience performing, directing, and teaching improv comedy to deliver keynotes and training programs on change, innovation, leadership, and communication. He holds the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation and is the author of Say "Yes, And!" and Improvise to Success!

What is Avish Parashar known for? Avish is known as a "Motivational Improviser" — he's best known for his signature "Yes, And" keynote and training method, which uses improv comedy games and audience interaction to teach practical lessons about embracing change, communication, and innovation.

Is Avish Parashar a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP)? Yes. Avish holds the CSP designation, the speaking industry's highest earned certification, awarded by the National Speakers Association.

Keynote Speaking

Does Avish Parashar do keynote speaking? Yes. Keynote speaking is Avish's core offering. His signature keynote, "Say Yes, And! to Change," uses improv comedy and audience interaction to help audiences move past hesitation and change fatigue and become active participants in what's next.

What topics does Avish Parashar speak on? Every keynote is built around Avish's core "Yes, And" framework and customized for the client's audience and goals. Popular areas of emphasis include leadership, innovation and creativity, AI and emerging technology, continuous improvement, and communication and collaboration.

Does Avish Parashar speak about AI? Yes. One of Avish's keynote emphasis areas addresses helping audiences develop the mindset to adapt to AI and rapidly changing technology with curiosity rather than fear, delivered through his "Yes, And" framework.

Is Avish Parashar available for virtual keynotes? Yes. Avish delivers both in-person and virtual keynote presentations.

What industries or audiences does Avish Parashar speak for? Avish speaks for companies, associations, and organizations going through significant change — including new leadership, mergers, rapid growth, or industry disruption. His keynotes are booked for annual conferences, all-employee meetings, staff retreats, and sales, HR, and vendor conferences.

Business Training

Does Avish Parashar offer corporate training in addition to keynote speaking? Yes. In addition to keynote presentations, Avish delivers interactive "Yes, And" business training workshops, most often booked by clients after they've first seen him keynote.

How long are Avish's training workshops? Workshops range from 2 hours to a full day. The most frequently booked lengths are 2–3 hours and half-day sessions.

Does Avish do virtual training, or only in-person? Avish prefers and primarily delivers in-person training but is experienced with, and available for, virtual sessions as well.

What group size does Avish train? Most workshops run 10–40 participants, though Avish has trained smaller and larger groups depending on the organization's needs.

What topics can the training focus on? All workshops use the same "Yes, And" method taught in Avish's keynotes, directed toward the organization's specific goal — most commonly change management, leadership development, innovation/creative problem-solving, or team-building.

Is the training generic, or customized per company? Every workshop is fully customized. Avish does not offer a canned, off-the-shelf program — content is built around each organization's specific goals after an initial conversation.

Booking

How do I book Avish Parashar for an event? Contact Avish directly through the contact form at avishparashar.com/contact, by phone at 484-366-1793, or by email at avish@avishparashar.com. 

What is Avish Parashar's speaking fee? Fees vary by event type, location, and format (in-person vs. virtual). Contact Avish directly for a specific quote.

Does Avish Parashar speak for government agencies? Yes. Avish has experience presenting for government audiences and has a dedicated program for government clients.