Biography and Corporate

Good Clean Fun!!
Karen has been working as a full time comedienne for over 17
years.  Her clean observation comedy makes her perfect for
everything from clubs to corporate to colleges and beyond.  

She is a "
Baby Boomer Hippie" who believes there is no time
like the present to be living in the past.   She describes herself
as having an optimistic outlook (even though her therapist
describes her as being in complete denial).  Either way
everything is coming up roses when you talk to Karen!  

Originally from Pittsfield Mass she spent her early 20's as
cigare
tte girl at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and then moved
to San Diego, CA where she became a regular at both the
Comedy Store and The Improv.

Karen has opened for such show biz legends as Bob Hope,
Ray Charles and The Monkees.  She is a regular on the
number one radio show in the country, Bob and Tom and can
be seen on Comedy Centrals Live at Gotham and Comics
Unleashed with Byron Allen.   She just recently made her
acting debut playing the lead role of Sue Burrow in the
upcoming movie short, "Return To Sender" and has been
feature in the book "Women's Lip" edited by Roz Warren and
Moxxie Greeting Cards.  
Karen also just finished a special
performance in "What's So Funny" with David Brenner

Her primary influence is Gracie Allen.
Good Clean Corporate fun!
Karen's clean observational humor is perfect for any event
especially when it comes to corporate and convention,  For 17
years she has entertained top companies with great success.  
From Merrill Lynch to Allcon Eye Care and everything in
between the reviews are all great.


"Comedy with Class!"
-The San Diego Tribune

"...the best comedy I've seen in a long time."
-The Minneapolis Star Tribune

"Karen,What a breath of fresh air! A star is born"
-The Paper

"I wished I'd worn panty liners!!!"
-Cheri Bauer
"Karen was a great success! She turned an otherwise boring event into an
evening full of fun and laughter.  Our biggest concern was to find a comedian that
was non-offensive and catered to a sophisticated crowd.  She far surpassed our
expectations!

-Trevor Callan
VIce President


"Karen , your two standing ovations were so well deserved!To say our
conventioneers loved you would be an understatement.  BRAVO!! INCREDIBLE!!  
These were just a few of the superlatives of the many compliments we've heard
from you performance during the National Association of Purchasing Managers
Convention!"

-
George Dare
Entertainment
Coordinator & Event Planner
Greenland.  Both your presence and entertainment significantly lifted the spirits
of our service men and women.  We could not have asked for a more dedicated
individual to help us "Deliver America" to our sons and daughters in uniform?

-Edward Powell
USO World  Headquarters


"There are few comedians , and even fewer female comedians that can make
you laugh without using "blue" humor.  Karen Rontowski may be the funniest
woman on the planet and does it without resorting to humor that can be found
offensive which is important when booking an entertainer for a corporate
audience.  There is no doubt in my mind that Karen is a shinning star that can
top off any corporate event or meeting."

-Tony Calabrese
President
Point Loma Community Bank

Karen is highly intelligent and has a keen perspective that keeps her comedy
routine fresh, clean and contemporary. Karen has never disappointed me and
also has never failed to leave an audience wanting more.  She has been one of
the most sought after performers requested by CK Entertainment clients and her
professional manner makes us proud to recommend her
.

-Kim Waltrip
CK Entertainment
Past Corporate Events

Merrill Lynch
Purchase Pro
Allcon Eye Care
RSA Data Security
USO
Mary Bono Fund Raiser
CALSMACK
Children’s Hospital
McMillin Realty
Women in Film & Television Oscar Night
Air Force
San Diego Music Awards
Big Sisters
Union Bank
San Diego Women’s Conference
Imperial Valley College Foundation
Rotary Clubs
Host Charity PSA program
Black Tie Oscar Events
Thousand Smiles Foundation
Autism Society
Paws for Laughter
More upon request................
.
For Booking Contact TJ at
(310) 205-5895 or email
tj@gershla.com