When Colin Ryan speaks, people laugh and lean in. Featured everywhere from NPR to Moth Radio Hour and Reader’s Digest, Colin is a nationally in-demand, award-winning comedic financial speaker, author, and educator with the background of a professional comedian and storyteller. To date Colin has spoken to over 500,000 students and adults across North America, and was named one of the top 10 financial presenters in the U.S. Colin is the author of “A Comedic Guide to Money,” a practical gateway guide to personal finance and our relationship to money.

Colin is the host of the "Public Speaking for Leaders and Professionals" podcast, and has spoken at over 500 banks, credit unions and colleges across the country. Colin also won The Moth’s storytelling GrandSlam and his story “Saved by the Belle” was featured on NPR and PBS, and named one of the “Best Stories in America” by Reader’s Digest. Colin lives in Durham, NC with his wife Lindsey and two puppies/twin terrors Remy and Enzo.

Colin speaks to student and adult audiences nationwide, and provides financial communication training for financial professionals and wealth management teams.

Speaking Topics

The Trust Advantage: Motivating Action with Empathy and Integrity

Stronger Conversations. Better Outcomes. Happier Customers.

In today’s financial landscape, trust is your most powerful tool. Whether you're collecting a past-due payment, recommending a financial product, or guiding a struggling customer toward the next right step, how you make someone feel during the conversation matters just as much as what you say.

This practical, high-energy workshop is designed for financial professionals who want to improve both outcomes and relationships. We’ll explore how to use the psychology of trust to reduce resistance, boost follow-through, and increase member satisfaction. You'll leave with tools to:

• Navigate hard conversations with empathy (without getting walked over)
• Motivate action through trust, not pressure tactics
• Strengthen member loyalty during moments of stress or uncertainty
• Communicate with confidence, clarity, and even a little humor
• Share quick stories that make your advice (and you) memorable and meaningful!

This training is relatable, actionable, and built around the emotional reality of money. When you make people feel seen and understood, they’re more likely to take the next right step.

A Humorous Guide to Financial Success

Talking about finances doesn’t have to be boring. Colin's keynote puts your audience in stitches (not literally) and offers them an uplifting message they'll love. Your ability to handle your finances directly affects your ability to build the life you want. This talk will get you laughing, motivated, and clear on the financial skills you need to reach your financial success!