What Clients Are Saying-
"Each year we have a holiday party for all of our employess at TRW Automotive. We try to provide entertainment that is fun and appreciated. Recently we have had a hypnotist and comedian attend our event. This year comedian John Rathbone was featured. Without a doubt John has been the best. I cannot tell you how many people commented to me how much fun they had being entertained by John. His humor had us all laughing which wasn't easy considering the wide range in age differences from young people in their twenties to many retirees in the audience. That's what made the performance so compelling and great; his personal appeal and humor seamlessly transcended mixed generations. That is very important and often difficult to achieve. For one full hour he had us vigorously clapping and laughing to his jokes! His witty personality and delivery style is easy to understand and delightful. For your next party, when fun and laughter is a must John Rathbone is one you can trust. I know you will not be disappointed."

-Timothy L. Thompson, Plant Human Resource Manager, TRW Automotive

"Just a short note concerning Mr. John Rathbone performing for our company holiday event Saturday. John did an excellent job, our people enjoyed his performance very much. He was very professional, he made sure he was here with ample time to discuss our event, our needs, and our acceptable style of comedy. He was very flexible in working within our schedule of evening events and I was most impressed with his statement to me upon his arrival that it was our evening and he was there to meet our needs. Having worked with various artists and performers over the years for our events we could not have asked more of him, he's a top notch professional and funny! Please give him our regards and appreciation for assuring our company event was a success. Your agency referred us a good one!"

-Patrick W. Hafley, Human Resources Director, Hanson Mold

"Our Employee Appreciation Dinner was held on May 13 and for the first time we strayed away from our normal routine and decided to bring in a comedian as the main entertainment for the night. Through your agency you provided us with several choices, but you highly recommended comedian John Rathbone. I just wanted to let you know that John's performance was outstanding. His comedy was timely and witty and I very much apperciate his ability to adjust his routine to meet my requirements and keep it coprorate clean. John was very interactive with the guests and he kept everybody laughing. Please thank John for a terrific show and a job well done. The event was a huge success."

-David Glynn, Human Resources Manager, Special-Lite

"John, you truly are Mr. Funny Bones! You had our audience really going and made the night most enjoyable. Hey, you have some pretty funny jokes! I thought you might like to know that the event was a great success in large part due to your stint on stage. Our volunteers work hard all year long and that night was a time to relax and have some fun. Thanks again!"

-Susan Donnan, Executive Director, Interfaith Hospitality Network Shelter

"John Rathbone was well received by our group. They loved his interaction and he kept us laughing during his entire program. One of our staff members was crying because she was laughing so much!!! We continue to receive great reviews about the banquet (this is the first time that has happened.)"

-Jennifer Picker, Manager, West Central Ohio Safety Council

"This letter is a follow-up to our recent comedy show featuring John Rathbone. I am pleased to say that the show was a complete success, with Mr. Rathbone's comedic talent that played a key role. We anticipated a crowd numbering near 400, based on our projections from last season. Suffice it to say that is was fantastic to have over twice that number in attendence. John's performance was simply the best. His timing, his interaction with the audience was nothing less than first-rate."

-Norman L. Sommerfeld, Facility Manager, Northern Lights Arena

"The show you did for Wyandot Memorial Hospital's Sixth Annual Comedy Night on Saturday, February 12 was awesome! Thank you! Your interaction with the audience was hilarious! After your show, I spoke with several event sponsors who were there, and they could not say enough about how much they enjoyed your performance. We like happy sponsors, and we appreciate you doing such a great act."

-Rene Sherman, Foundation & Volunteer Services Coordinator, Wyandot Health Foundation

"What an outstanding performance you provided for us at McKenzie Memorial Hospital's 17th Annual Hawaiian Benefit Raffle. Your performance was exactly what we needed to get our audience in the mood for the fundraising raffle that followed. The way you involved the crowd in such a humorous, but non-threatening way, was suberb! The laughter was non-stop and the various subjects you used for your humorous content were perfect. Than you for making our fundraising event so great!

-Sharon Danek, Community Relations Director, McKenzie Memorial Hospital

“About John Rathbone… he was perfect. He was interactive with my guests. He nailed the guys that needed nailing. I believe he involved almost everyone in my group. He had my guys and gals in stitches. My Agronomist laughed until he cried. He likes comedy and especially loves comedy when John would pick on certain reps. I’d definitely recommend John Rathbone to everybody and I’ll be using your services again.”

-Galen Karl, Sales Manager, Pioneer, Inc.

“I would like to write to you on behalf of myself and many employees here at Parker Hannifin, and say that you did a fantastic job at our event at the Holiday Inn. We truly enjoyed the comedy show and it was well worth the money. You kept everyone’s attention, involved the crowd, and made them laugh. They had a great time. Again, thanks for the terrific show and a job well done.”

-Cheri Summers, Activities Committee Chairperson,
Parker Hannifin Corporation

“The Ohio Pest Control Association (OPCA)would like to thank you for helping to “top-off” our annual winter banquet with humor. The feedback from those in attendance was great and your performance helped set the tone for a very positive event. Again, thanks for sharing your talent with our group."

-Patricia A. Lowe, Associate Executive, OPCA

“I again wanted to thank you for entertaining our members of the Akron Crime Clinic last evening. You have a wonderful sense of humor. Many of the members stated that they were amazed at how you were able to make them laugh without embarrassing them. I was also amazed at how you worked the audience into your act. It was our privilege and honor to have you as our guest.”

-Barry Gradwohl, Akron Crime Clinic

“On behalf of the Board of Directors of the American Heart Association, we would like to extend to you our sincere appreciation for your outstanding performance at our Heart Party on March 21. You are a great asset to the American Heart Association and our community, and we look forward to working with you again in the future.”

-Dr. Clyde O. Hagood, American Heart Association

“On behalf of The Olen Corporation and Owl Creek Contracting, Inc., I am writing to thank you for the wonderfully funny entertainment you provided us at our Christmas event. Your comedy was timely and witty and we very much appreciate your ability to adjust your routine to meet our requirements, the audience make-up, the event timing, and the venue (not to mention the hotel’s poor audio system!) Folks who attended the evening at the Hyatt are still talking about some of your jokes and punch lines, and you really know how to play the crowd. More than one employee made it clear that this was the best night of entertainment they have had at this event in along, long time. Talk around the company is that many of our “no-shows” regretted not being there after hearing others tell some of your jokes and stories at work. Probably the greatest compliment our group can give you is they all want you back!"

-Kenneth Holland, President, Olen Corporation

"The Crystal Flash Energy party on April 23 was a big success. There were many very complimentary comments made and I think everyone had a great time. If they didn't....it was their own fault! John Rathbone did a fantastic job for us that evening. He is such a talent! Not only is his material funny, but he is so good in his style and presentation. He performed for about 50 minutes or such and it was nearly non-stop laughter. What was also very much appreciated was that John's material was appropriate for the people in attendance. John's material was funny without crossing over into material we did not want to hear. One person commented to me that John was "the funniest comedian I've ever listened to." And we heard many more favorable comments about John....what a great job he did for us. We would highly recommend John to anyone seeking a reference."

-George Jachim, Crystal Flash Energy

"Thank you for attending our event on Saturday. I wanted to take a few moments to share our appreciation. Our organization raises money to support educational activities for high school students. Thanks to your effort our activity was successful. Due to the professionalism that you displayed we will be able to continue holding this type of an event in our community. There were several specific guidelines we provided to you to follow during your presentation. I am pleased to share that you not only met those parameters but exceeded them. Our organization will continue to make a positive difference in the lives of students due to your assistance. Thank you for your help"

-Fred Troendle, FFA Alumni President

"I would like to thank you for helping make our 2007 Christmas banquet a success. I wish the weather would have been more favorable but those in attendance received a very entertaining evening. I truly enjoyed your involvement of our employees and retirees into your routine and know they also enjoyed it. Thank you for making our banquet a night to remember. Happy Holidays to you and your family."

-Kristy Nebergall, HR Administrator, Pentair Water