About David
Speaker. Dreamer. Difference Maker.
David Laflin is an internationally recognized speaker, event emcee, and entertainer who creates unforgettable experiences through a powerful blend of storytelling, humor, mind-bending illusions, and creative visuals.
Having presented at more than 2,500 events across 46 states, 13 countries, and six continents, David knows how to connect with audiences of all ages and settings — from high-energy conferences to intimate, high-profile gatherings.
He has been featured at TEDx, the NCAA Final Four, Stanford University, PayPal, the U.S. Army, Indofest in Indonesia, The Huckabee Show, and private events for icons like Michael Jordan.
2,500+
Events
46
States
13
Countries
6
Continents
The Core Message
You Were Made for More Than This.
At the heart of everything David does is a simple but life-changing question: Do you know who you are? Not your job title. Not your performance reviews. Not what the world has told you.
David believes that when people understand their true identity, they show up differently — with more courage, more compassion, and more capacity to change the world around them.
Every illusion, every story, every moment on stage is designed to move people closer to that truth.
David's Belief
"The greatest illusion in life is the belief that you don't have anything worth giving."
Beyond The Stage
Family, Adventure, & Purpose.
David and his wife Teesha are entrepreneurs, adventurers, and parents of four. Together they've built multiple businesses, founded the Laflin Life Foundation — a 501(c)(3) non-profit — and made it their family mission to serve people in need around the world.
Regularly serving in Guatemala, the Laflins build homes for families in need, support orphanages, and run programs in schools and communities throughout the country.
As a family, they have a goal of spending 1,000 hours outside every year. They believe the people who change the world are the ones who first go out and actually live in it.
"It's not about the spotlight. It's about what you do with it."
Work With David
Keynote Speaker
Transformational presentations that speak to identity, purpose, and what it means to make a difference.
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A world-class illusion show that has played for the NCAA, the U.S. Army, and audiences on six continents.
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Seamless, energetic, and focused. David keeps your event moving and your audience fully engaged.
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