
Keynote speaker
Aaron SimmondsAward-Winning Comedian, Presenter and Elite Athlete
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Risingup to £5k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Aaron Simmonds
Aaron Simmonds is an acclaimed stand-up comedian and presenter who has built a distinguished career by blending sharp observational wit with a unique perspective on life. A finalist for the BBC New Comedy Award and winner of Jewish Comedian of the Year, he is widely recognised for his story-driven performances and clever one-liners. His debut Edinburgh Fringe show, Disabled Coconut, earned critical praise for its exploration of competitive disability and subsequently led to a highly commended sitcom pilot that reached the final six for the BBC’s inaugural Galton & Simpson bursary from over 2,500 entries.
Beyond the comedy circuit, Simmonds is a versatile performer with an extensive list of television credits including The Russell Howard Hour, The Stand-Up Sketch Show and Guessable. His background is exceptionally diverse; he is a professionally trained personal trainer, a former international basketball player and a world champion powerlifter. He also serves as a dedicated ambassador for the charity Cerebra.
Audiences book Aaron for his exceptional ability to weave personal narrative with universal humour, offering a professional and engaging performance that challenges perceptions through high-quality comedy. His background in elite sport and media makes him a charismatic choice for events seeking a speaker who combines resilience with relatable, sophisticated storytelling.
On stage, Aaron Simmonds is best known for talks on Comedy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Comedy and Personal Development, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Aaron Simmonds is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer, Presenter & Awards Host and After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Aaron Simmonds travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Aaron Simmonds would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Aaron Simmonds?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Aaron's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Aaron Simmonds cost to book?
- Aaron Simmonds sits in our Rising fee tier (up to £5k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Aaron Simmonds speak on?
- Aaron speaks on Comedy.
- What languages does Aaron Simmonds present in?
- Aaron presents in English.
- Where is Aaron Simmonds based?
- Aaron is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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