Event Information
2023 Komedy 4 Kidneys
November 09, 2023
November 09, 2023
Komedy for Kidneys is NKF's annual networking event, uniting more than 250 medical professionals, c-suite level executives, and community leaders in the fight to end kidney disease. The event provides ample networking opportunities and honors several NKF Honorees that have gone above and beyond in their support of the mission.
The Komedy for Kidneys Main Event begins at 6:00pm. During this time, attendees will network with Northern Ohio's lead medical and business institutions. The Main Event is in a separate location from the theater, where the second half of the event will be held. The event program begins at 8:00pm and features a mission moment speaker, honorees, and impact report.
EVENT HEADLINERS:
Jeff Blanchard - Co-Headliner
A seasoned stand-up comedian with 25 years of experience, and joining the NKF Komedy for Kidneys event for the 2nd year in a row, Jeff has headlined clubs and colleges all over country. Paul Mooney said "He reminds me of a young Sam Kinison, he has the same crazy genius onstage." and Del Close said "You are a closer...like John (Belushi)." His show has been called dynamic, opinionated, and irascible. Jeff has been called "...one of the funniest men in Cleveland", "an opinionated slob", and "a pure entertainer"
Big Rich Greene - Co-Headliner
Rich has worked with some of the biggest names in show business - Dave Chappelle, Dennis Miller, Phyliss Diller, Emo Phillips, Jeff Dunham, Jeff Foxworthy, and more! Rich does a broad range of comedy that covers family life, relationships, politics, work, and everyday life. From clean corporate and church events to serious adult themes at Comedy Clubs and Night Clubs, Rich covers the full gamut of comedy and the laugh spectrum. Rich is making his NKF debut at Komedy for Kidneys!
Rob Telecky - MC Auctioneer
As a comedian, Rob Telecky captures the attention of his audience with his self-depreciating style of humor. He laughs at his own struggles and his inability to make sense of the world around him. He loves to poke fun at his own life's trials and tribulations in all areas, including his pets, relationships, and even his relationship with himself. Serving as the MC for the evening, Rob joins us again this year to bring energy, charm, and wit to this incredible event.
The Komedy for Kidneys Main Event begins at 6:00pm. During this time, attendees will network with Northern Ohio's lead medical and business institutions. The Main Event is in a separate location from the theater, where the second half of the event will be held. The event program begins at 8:00pm and features a mission moment speaker, honorees, and impact report.
EVENT HEADLINERS:
Jeff Blanchard - Co-Headliner
A seasoned stand-up comedian with 25 years of experience, and joining the NKF Komedy for Kidneys event for the 2nd year in a row, Jeff has headlined clubs and colleges all over country. Paul Mooney said "He reminds me of a young Sam Kinison, he has the same crazy genius onstage." and Del Close said "You are a closer...like John (Belushi)." His show has been called dynamic, opinionated, and irascible. Jeff has been called "...one of the funniest men in Cleveland", "an opinionated slob", and "a pure entertainer"
Big Rich Greene - Co-Headliner
Rich has worked with some of the biggest names in show business - Dave Chappelle, Dennis Miller, Phyliss Diller, Emo Phillips, Jeff Dunham, Jeff Foxworthy, and more! Rich does a broad range of comedy that covers family life, relationships, politics, work, and everyday life. From clean corporate and church events to serious adult themes at Comedy Clubs and Night Clubs, Rich covers the full gamut of comedy and the laugh spectrum. Rich is making his NKF debut at Komedy for Kidneys!
Rob Telecky - MC Auctioneer
As a comedian, Rob Telecky captures the attention of his audience with his self-depreciating style of humor. He laughs at his own struggles and his inability to make sense of the world around him. He loves to poke fun at his own life's trials and tribulations in all areas, including his pets, relationships, and even his relationship with himself. Serving as the MC for the evening, Rob joins us again this year to bring energy, charm, and wit to this incredible event.
