Elis James

Organisations seeking an event speaker who can genuinely connect with audiences through authentic storytelling and sharp observational humour will find a natural fit in Elis James. The award-winning Welsh comedian, broadcaster, and co-founder of Significant Productions has built a remarkable career since 2005, earning multiple Gold ARIA Awards and British Podcast Awards for his work alongside John Robins on their hugely popular podcast and BBC Radio 5 Live show. A familiar face from Mock The Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and numerous critically acclaimed stand-up tours, Elis brings warm wit, endearing charm, and the rare ability to discuss everything from football to mental health with honesty and humour, leaving audiences entertained, uplifted, and genuinely engaged.

Making audiences laugh while keeping them genuinely engaged requires more than quick wit. It demands authentic connection, intelligent storytelling, and the ability to find humour in everyday life without losing sight of what matters. Elis James is an award-winning Welsh comedian, writer, actor and podcaster whose warm, conversational style has made him one of the UK's most beloved comic voices, both on stage and behind the microphone.

Since beginning his comedy career in 2005, Elis has built an impressive body of work across multiple platforms. He has taken four critically acclaimed solo shows to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, toured internationally from Australia to New Zealand, and become a familiar face on television programmes including Mock The Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and the BBC sitcom Josh. His acting credits include the lead role in BBC Three's Crims, whilst his football commentary work during Wales' Euro 2016 campaign saw his videos amass over half a million views on Facebook. However, it is his radio and podcast work that has truly defined his career. Alongside John Robins, Elis co-hosts one of the UK's most popular comedy podcasts, The Elis James and John Robins Show, which has won multiple Gold ARIA Awards, British Podcast Awards and Audio Production Awards for its distinctive blend of honest conversation, sharp comedy and willingness to discuss mental health with humour and heart. In 2026, Elis, John and long-term producer Dave Masterman launched Significant Productions, their own production company dedicated to creating bold, distinctive comedy and entertainment content that reflects the authenticity and intelligence their work is known for.

Whether performing stand-up, hosting podcasts, or appearing at corporate and public events, Elis brings audiences an experience rooted in relatability and genuine warmth. His storytelling style weaves personal anecdotes with sharp observational comedy, creating moments that resonate long after the laughter fades. He helps audiences see the extraordinary in the ordinary, reminding them that humour can be both intelligent and accessible, entertaining and meaningful. For organisations seeking a speaker who can energise a room, connect with diverse audiences and deliver content that feels fresh, thoughtful and genuinely funny, Elis offers exactly that: comedy with substance, delivered by someone who understands the power of making people feel seen, heard and uplifted.