Katherine Ryan Keynote Speaker

Katherine Ryan is a Canadian stand-up comedian, actress, writer and presenter who has gained prominence in the UK. As a speaker, she is sought-after for her ability to engage and entertain audiences while dissecting the intricacies of dating, mental health, and life.

In 2021, All That Glitters: Britain’s Next Jewellery Star invited Katherine to join the popular reality show as a host. She will also join the cast of Ready to Mingle as a presenter and is set to be a co-presenter on Joe and Katherine’s Bargain Holidays. Her witty and insightful comments have been a regular feature on British panel shows, including Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Would I Lie to You?, Just a Minute, Qi, 8 Out of 10 Cats and Have I Got News for You.

As a presenter, Katherine has appeared on How’d You Get So Rich? (UK), BBC Two’s Hair and co-hosted alongside Jimmy Carr in Your Face or Mine? Her acting roles include various shows such as Badults, Campus and Episodes. She also lent her talents as a creator, executive producer, writer and actress on the Netflix sitcom The Dutchess.

Katherine has lent her talents to the many television screens throughout the years, appearing in several series’ including Counterfeit Cat, Sunny D, Beyond Bionic,
As one of Britain’s most engaging and sought-after stand-up comedians, Katherine has appeared on flagship programs like Live At The Apollo as a featured act and headliner and hosted a comedy tour titled Kathburn (2016). Her two Netflix specials, Katherine Ryan: In Trouble (2017) and Katherine Ryan: Glitter Room (2019), prove that she can hold her own against any comic opponent with skilful creativity.

Before pursuing a career in comedy, Katherine attended many open mic’s, crafting a standard comedic set, while serving as a waitress and then corporate trainer for Hooters across Canada. She also appeared as a dancer in MuchMusic’s electric Circus program.

Her work in comedy has earned her recognition, winning the Nivea Funny Women Award and being a runner-up for 2008’s Amused Moose Laugh-Off.

Katherine is not just a comedic genius. She also holds a degree in City Planning from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University).

With a willingness to share personal stories about her life – good and bad – Katherine is a relatable public speaker who engages audiences with her charisma and quick wit.