Jason Goliath
Jason Goliath is a distinguished figure in the entertainment industry, boasting an illustrious 24 year career that spans MC, stand-up comedy, television presenting and hosting, acting, radio and corporate facilitation.
Hailing from Johannesburg, South Africa, Jason's dynamic personality and unique blend of comedy and motivational speaking have made him a beloved figure both locally and internationally. Embarking on an entertainment career after an experience filled tenure in the business world, Jason's passion and natural charisma quickly propelled him to become one of South Africa's premier comedians. His international acclaim was further solidified with performances on prestigious stages, such as Kevin Hart's LOL network special at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, Canada, and representing Comedy Central Africa in a special recording at the same festival. Jason's expertise extends beyond the stage; he is a sought-after MC and facilitator, leveraging his extensive background in marketing and business to collaborate with top-tier clients including Checkers, Unilever, Red Bull, and many others across various industries.
His work with blue-chip companies underscores his versatility and ability to connect with diverse audiences, by translating business and leadership objectives into palatable and entertaining messaging. His television presence is equally impressive, with recent appearances on international format shows such as Amazon Prime’s inaugural African production, "Laugh Out Loud with Trevor Noah," a co-presenter on the award-winning show "Celebrity Game Night”, and celebrity contestant on The Masked Singer South Africa”. His multifaceted career also includes radio hosting, Kaya FM Breakfast with media personality and journalist David O Sullivan, and leading roles in both television and film; showcasing his range as an entertainer but also his strength across multiple platforms and environments. In addition to his entertainment endeavours, Jason is passionate about motivational speaking.
His latest endeavour, "Happiness Economy" is the perfect blend between comedy and motivational speaking. The talk offers insights into achieving personal happiness and success and is adaptable to various themes such as organisational culture, diversity and inclusivity, customer service, management and sales culture. Jason founded and co-hosts The Happiness Economy Podcast, a show about finding your happiness and redefining the meaning of success. Jason Goliath's remarkable journey from the boardroom to the global stage illustrates his dedication, talent, and versatility.
His ability to entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences of all kinds makes him an invaluable asset to any corporate event or initiative.