Keynotes should be relatable, inspiring and above all: FUN!

Payroll is a challenging profession, I know, and that's why we need to inject a healthy dose of comedy, passion and fun into it! Bring Max van der Klis-Busink, MCIPP, RPP, a.k.a. The Payroll Comedian to your event!

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What attendees value the most:

Max delivered dozens of keynotes over the past two decades at international events with thousands of attendees.

"He really knows how to keep you engaged!"

"I haven't laughed this loud in my (payroll) life!"

"It's unique how he combines his payroll experience with storytelling!"

"He is one-of-a-kind in the best way!"

"Very refreshing after all the Future of Work and AI keynotes: he touches our day-to-day life!"

The Payroll Comedian’s prime keynote is centred around “The Opportunity is NOW!” and delivered across the world, engaging audiences in a thrilling experience with laughs, and by actionable insights.

Max energises payroll professionals around the world through a story that resonates, inspires and sparks up all events. His LinkedIn polls gather insightful benchmarking data that is used throughout his keynote.

Based on the message you want to convey to your audience, Max tailors the keynote for you. Power up your event and get in touch to book a keynote!

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Portfolio

A snapshot of The Payroll Comedian's portfolio.

Your 16-Steps to Payroll Success

The closing keynote for the TAPS conference with the key message that the opportunity is NOW! From personal (payroll) stories to actionable insights on payroll strategy, governance, technology, and the 16 steps of delivery, I engaged the audience in a 75-minute, thrilling, and fun experience. Based on attendee feedback, the keynote received a 9 out of 10 rating, making it the best-rated session across both days of the conference.

Year(s):

2025

Year(s):

2025

Year(s):

2025

Client(s):

The Association of Payroll Specialists (TAPS)

Client(s):

The Association of Payroll Specialists (TAPS)

Client(s):

The Association of Payroll Specialists (TAPS)

Location(s):

Sydney (AU)

Location(s):

Sydney (AU)

Location(s):

Sydney (AU)

Attendees:

650+

Attendees:

650+

Attendees:

650+

A day in the life of a payroll professional: Fred's Story

Delivered five keynotes following the life of Fred, a global payroll manager whom everyone relates to. From personal to professional struggles, and music, the attendees join Max (and Fred!) on an adventure.

Year(s):

2023-2025

Year(s):

2023-2025

Year(s):

2023-2025

Client(s):

Payzaar

Client(s):

Payzaar

Client(s):

Payzaar

Location(s):

Amsterdam (NL), Warsaw (PL), Barcelona (ES)

Location(s):

Amsterdam (NL), Warsaw (PL), Barcelona (ES)

Location(s):

Amsterdam (NL), Warsaw (PL), Barcelona (ES)

Attendees:

300+ from 10+ countries

Attendees:

300+ from 10+ countries

Attendees:

300+ from 10+ countries

Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
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Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
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Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 1
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Payroll takes you places

Inspiring a payroll professionals to take their payroll career global through real-life stories. Max left the audience with actionable tips on how to adapt a state of calm through being unstoppable, focused and unbothered.

Year(s):

2025

Year(s):

2025

Year(s):

2025

Client(s):

Mazars

Client(s):

Mazars

Client(s):

Mazars

Location(s):

Veldhoven (NL)

Location(s):

Veldhoven (NL)

Location(s):

Veldhoven (NL)

Attendees:

100+ from The Netherlands

Attendees:

100+ from The Netherlands

Attendees:

100+ from The Netherlands

From the garage to the stage

Aiming to inspire payroll professionals around the world, Max shared his story from dropping out of school and hiding in his mom’s garage to the global payroll stage.

Year(s):

2023-2025

Year(s):

2023-2025

Year(s):

2023-2025

Client(s):

Shell, TAPS, PayrollOrgrs

Client(s):

Shell, TAPS, PayrollOrgrs

Client(s):

Shell, TAPS, PayrollOrgrs

Location(s):

The Hague (NL), Indianapolis (US), Sydney (AU)

Location(s):

The Hague (NL), Indianapolis (US), Sydney (AU)

Location(s):

The Hague (NL), Indianapolis (US), Sydney (AU)

Attendees:

100+ from The Netherlands

Attendees:

100+ from The Netherlands

Attendees:

100+ from The Netherlands

A thrilling ride in the Global Payrollercoaster

Max shared his journey and through personal anecdotes (the good and ugly) demonstrates what makes Global Payroll so awesome. While Global Payroll and its local nuances can be overwhelming, Max leaves the attendees with a mindset to be the best Global Payroll professional one can be.

Year(s):

2021

Year(s):

2021

Year(s):

2021

Client(s):

PayrollOrg

Client(s):

PayrollOrg

Client(s):

PayrollOrg