Craig Karges

Craig Karges Speaker Biography

Renowned Entertainer & Mentalist

Craig Karges, known as the “extraordinist,” is a truly captivating entertainer. He is also an award-winning speaker and accomplished author. Karges has performed over five thousand times across 22 countries. His shows span four continents and all fifty states. Combining magic’s artistry with psychology’s science and intuition’s power, Karges creates the impossible. Tables seem to float, minds are apparently read, and metal visibly bends. Ultimately, he challenges your imagination, leaving you questioning your perceptions. Even comedian Dennis Miller, after witnessing Karges’s performance, exclaimed, “This weirds me out!” Indeed, Karges’s unique blend of skills makes him a memorable entertainer.

Media Appearances and Widespread Recognition

While audiences might find Craig Karges’s stagecraft mystifying, his popularity as an entertainer is undeniable. He has made over 40 national television appearances. You may have seen him on The Tonight Show, CNN, and Fox News Channel. He has also appeared on CNBC, E! Entertainment Television, and Lifetime Television. Furthermore, he has been featured on Wisdom Television and even SOAPnet. The extraordinist has also starred in two hour-long television specials. The sheer volume and variety of Karges’s media appearances clearly indicate his broad appeal as a sought-after entertainer for diverse audiences.

Experience the Extraordinary: A Top Show

Performance, a respected international touring talent weekly, recognized Craig Karges’s touring show, Experience the Extraordinary, as one of North America’s top five variety/family shows. Notably, Karges shared this prestigious list with renowned illusionist David Copperfield and Disney on Ice. Performance magazine itself hailed the extraordinist’s performance as “The next era in mystery entertainment.” Moreover, American Entertainment Magazine further acknowledged his talent, naming him one of the top five variety entertainers on the corporate circuit. This consistent recognition underscores his exceptional ability to captivate and engage a wide range of audiences.

Numerous Awards and Peer Recognition

Craig Karges initially gained significant popularity by touring college campuses. Remarkably, he was named Entertainer of the Year six times by the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA). Past NACA awardees include iconic figures like Bruce Springsteen and Jay Leno. Moreover, NACA’s campus membership voted Karges as Variety Entertainer of the Year for an impressive twelve consecutive years. The independent Campus Activities Magazine also honored Karges as Entertainer of the Year on four separate occasions. In addition to this top honor, the magazine recognized Karges as Best Performing Arts Attraction, Best Male Performer, Best Solo Act, and Best Novelty Act. The extraordinist achieved further distinction as the fifth inductee into the National Campus Entertainment Hall of Fame. Even his peers find his work compelling, as evidenced by being named the top performer in his field worldwide by the international Psychic Entertainers Association. The National Speakers Association (NSA) also honored him with the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation and the CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame Award.

The Mentalist: Challenging Perceptions

Craig Karges openly states that he does not possess supernatural abilities. Furthermore, he does not claim to perform as a psychic or a traditional magician. While acknowledging his role as an entertainer and the importance of showmanship in his performances, he firmly insists that he does not prearrange anything with audience members. For those who remain skeptical, the extraordinist offers a significant $100,000, payable to charity, if anyone can definitively prove he uses stooges or confederates from the audience to accomplish his demonstrations. This bold challenge underscores his confidence in his unique form of entertainment.

Impressive Client List and Motivational Impact

Craig Karges boasts an impressive and diverse corporate client list, ranging from major corporations like McDonald’s and AT&T to esteemed institutions such as NASA and the Mayo Clinic. These organizations have engaged the extraordinist and his unique talents not only to provide entertainment for their employees and clients but also to inspire and motivate them. Karges himself states, “Ordinary people are capable of extraordinary results because we all possess extraordinary capabilities. I communicate that message both verbally and visually.” His ability to both entertain and motivate makes him a valuable asset for corporate events.

Ignite Your Intuition: Empowerment Through Entertainment

Shifting his focus beyond pure entertainment, Craig Karges developed Ignite Your Intuition. This distinctive presentation aims to do more than simply amaze; it seeks to empower. Participants learn valuable memory techniques. Their intuition is actively tested. Furthermore, they are taught practical methods to tap into their subconscious minds. This process enhances creativity, intuition, and decision-making skills. Ultimately, Ignite Your Intuition enables participants to experience greater personal power and achieve success more readily, blending entertainment with practical empowerment.

Published Books: Expanding His Reach

Craig Karges’s success in the realm of personal empowerment led to his first book, Ignite Your Intuition, published by Health Communications, Inc., renowned for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. Subsequently, Karges made his debut as a novelist with his second book, The Wizard’s Legacy – A Tale of Real Magic. This work of inspirational fiction uses magic as a metaphor for life’s profound mysteries. It also chronicles Karges’s formative student-teacher relationship with his enigmatic great-uncle, Alain “Doc” DeLyle, who imparted his unique “magic of the mind.” Karges’s third book, Extraordinary Tales – Stories from the Road, celebrates thirty years of his life as an entertainer on tour. This collection features twenty-four short stories gathered from around the world, blending travel memoir with explorations of the paranormal and the extraordinary.

Unlimited Possibilities: A Global Performer

From Sardinia to Singapore and from Cancun to Cairo, Craig Karges’s extensive performing schedule has taken him across the globe. He has appeared at numerous corporate events, theaters, universities, and casino showrooms. Karges explains his performance philosophy: “No matter where I perform, I try to make my audiences feel they are a part of something they have never experienced before and hopefully will never forget. My goal is to entertain my audiences through the creation of mystery and to open their minds to unlimited possibilities.” His global reach and commitment to creating unforgettable experiences solidify his reputation as a world-class entertainer.