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Mark Mayfield

Mark Mayfield, CSP, CPAE

Hall-of-Fame speaker and former National FFA president has merged together his corporate and comedy backgrounds to create extremely unique and​ entertaining presentation​s. Mental Health, Managing Change, and humor are his specialties!

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Price range

  • $10,000 - $15,000
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Expert

  • Adversity
  • Agriculture
  • Change
  • Customer Service
  • Depression Awareness
  • Emcees
  • Entertainment
  • Humor
  • Life Balance
  • Master of Ceremonies
  • Mental Health
  • Personal Development
  • Stress
  • Wellness
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Experience

  • Agriculture
  • Healthcare/Medical
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Career

  • 49 Years
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  • About

    Mark Mayfield was raised on a hog and cattle operation in southeast Kansas and assisted his father in operating an agriculture construction firm specializing in truck scales, grain bins, and elevator equipment.  He graduated Magna Cum Laude with two degrees from Kansas State University and served as National President of the Future Farmers of America a long time ago.  It was right after they invented dirt. 

    He previously taught agriculture in high school and was an agricultural lobbyist in Washington, D.C. and 13 state legislatures for nearly ten years.  For over 40 years he has been speaking to nearly every type of group imaginable, basically anyone who has a check, and has been inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame by the National Speakers Association.  This was, of course, after they significantly minimized their standards. 

    In short, he has been a farmer, teacher, lobbyist, professional model and spokesperson, radio personality, author, and nightclub owner.  He doesn’t understand the concept of steady employment.  

    He has received rave reviews, sharing the stage with a wide variety of celebrities and political figures, and has introduced the President of the United States on a live, nationwide television broadcast.  

    Mark’s philosophy is simple…..say it with humor and people will take the message home.  

    A national convention planner recently called Mark “one of the very few, really funny, inspiring men in America today”.  Mark’s mom also said that once after a small bribe.

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    Keynote | Educational | Entertainment | Humorous | Motivational

    Agriculture may be the highest-stress industry in America. A multitude of factors contribute to this, principally economic uncertainty and isolation.

    This is why mental illness is more prevalent in rural areas than in urban areas. But sadly, providers for treatment are fewer. 

    It’s time to remove the stigma attached to mental health in rural America and deal with this head-on. And do it now.

    Mark’s personal experience of being raised on a farm, plus his research, allows him a first-hand look at this crisis. This is not a morbid, negative program…exactly the opposite. It’s filled with uplifting advice and practical methods that will help one reset their baseline for happiness and success. It provides valuable insights and skills on coping and thriving.

    And oh yeah, it’s funny. Very funny without being disrespectful to the issue. “Find Your Day” can help people in agriculture stay positive and focused on a brighter future.

    LENGTH: ONE TO THREE HOURS

    GENERAL OBJECTIVES:

    RECOGNIZE THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH IN AGRICULTURE

    ACKNOWLEDGE THE COVID STRUGGLES OF THE LAST TWO YEARS

    IDENTIFY THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STRESS AND INCONVENIENCE

    LEARN DAILY BEHAVIOR-MODIFYING SKILLS THAT MANAGE STRESS

    LEARN RESPONSE TECHNIQUES FOR IMMEDIATE MOMENTS OF CRISIS

    EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF PERSPECTIVE AND LAUGHTER

    SPECIFIC CONCEPTS COVERED:

    1. Stress is real in agriculture. The impact on our mental health and body are real. We must understand how our stress response works.

    2. People are our greatest joy in life, but also our greatest cause of stress. Improving our human skills by recognizing our differences is key.

    3. During difficult times, there are stress management techniques that we tend to forget. Time to put them back to work. And they’re free.

    4. Permission to share and communicate is fundamental to problem solving and working through issues. Permission granted.

    5. We all have what are called “Perspective Emergencies”, but there are techniques that can help us through these “moments of crisis”.

    Learn these tips that are easy and that work.

    6. We have all experienced a difficult time in life. It can’t be avoided. But you made it through, didn’t you? That becomes your baseline.

    This program will be accompanied by a handout which will aid in review long after the program is over and does assist in reinforcing the material at the time of the presentation. The “take home” value is enhanced with this handout.

    Despite the serious nature of this program, it is laced with humor. Simply put, it is hilarious. Laughter aids in the retention of the serious points of the program.

    Keynote OR Breakout | Educational | Humorous | Technical

    This is a humorous approach to a very serious subject  and emphasizes   that creativity is the key component in  managing change.  Learn change theory and creative  exercises in this upbeat, fast paced program that will leave you laughing and leave you with change management skills.

    Keynote | Educational | Humorous | Technical

    This program focuses on the changing face and challenges of agriculture, but is presented with Mark’s brand of clean comedy.  He’ll explain the reason change is hard for ag and the best response to ensure success and profitability.  He delves into the need for communication and activism and why we have to continue that ag spirit of optimism.  This keynote is topical and information packed, yet still filled with lots of humor.

    Keynote | Entertainment | Humorous | Motivational

    Introductions, interviews, and monologues throughout with some comedic professionalism to keep the audience fully engaged and enjoying the event.  For the last decade he has been the Master of Ceremonies at the general session of Commodity Classic, the largest indoor ag show and exhibit in America.  Mark is not simply an Emcee, he’s your HOST!  

    Keynote | Educational | Entertainment | Humorous | Inspirational | Technical

    Stressed out?  Lethargic?  Burned out?  This program will help you solve those ills by learning five behaviors that will help balance your life and by learning  techniques to deal with your biggest stressor…PEOPLE!  This keynote is high on content AND hilarity.

    Keynote | Entertainment | Humorous

    This is clean stand-up comedy that’s perfect for after dinner entertainment or as a change of pace.  Sit back and hold your sides as we take a zany, offbeat look at everyday life.  A  non-stop, rollicking ride of humor you’ll be quoting for a very long time.

    Keynote OR Breakout | Educational | Humorous | Motivational

    This light and lively program will help you see the customer’s perspective and examines issues like credibility, reliability, and responsiveness.  You’ll understand the myths and principles of client service and see how to move them beyond satisfaction to advocacy.  Hold on to your seats, this is a fast-paced, entertaining look why customers do what they do.

    Keynote | Entertainment | Humorous | Inspirational

    Adding humor (actually mirth) to your work and life can have profound economic benefits as well as just making it more fun.  Learn the value of a good sense of humor and how to improve yours in this outrageously funny, yet very practical program.

  • Testimonials
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    “Mark was uplifting, relevant, funny, and entertaining. He made people want to listen.”

    Ihry Insurance Shane L
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    “Mark was a great fit and really the best speaker ever for our conference. He was described as 'super awesome' and 'probably the best ever' by our attendees. I couldn’t have been more pleased with his performance.”

    AgVantage Software Lori C.
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    “In all my years of hiring speakers, I have to say unequivocally you were the best. Thank you for making me look so good!”

    National Beef Cattlemen’s Association Debbie K.
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    “We needed to laugh, and you allowed us to do so. You took us along on your individual journey and signaled to us that we could also share ours. I have been involved with coordinating this conference for the last 27 years. Never have I witnessed a speaker impact so many people on such a personal level.”

    Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Lawerence F
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    “Your humor and familiarity with agriculture created the atmosphere I was hoping for. You made us look us look really, really good to our members!”

    California Farm Bureau Dennis S.
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    “The comments from members, Boards of Directors, and Management Staff has been outstanding. It has been great to listen to people rehash your talk. To me, that is a sign of a FANTASTIC presentation!”

    AGP Ed W.
Mark was uplifting, relevant, funny, and entertaining. He made people want to listen.
Ihry Insurance Shane L