Jeff Applebaum

MITAI 2026, Emcee

A native New Yorker, Jeff has appeared on the "Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson," Comics Unleashed, America's Got Talent, and his highly rated Dry Bar Comedy special has millions of views. He's in "The Pursuit of Happyness" with Will Smith, and plays the role of Joey Bishop in the long running, musical tribute to The Rat Pack. He's opened for and performed with comic legends Robert Klein, Mort Sahl, Robin Williams, Dana Carvey, Elayne Boosler, and more. He appears globally for major tech companies, in clubs and theaters, and on virtual platforms and is often hired to host and emcee company launch, user group, fundraising, and large trade show events. Jeff is also active in the business and hi-tech worlds, using his BSEE and MSEE degrees from MIT (Course 6!) He has been active in the semiconductor space for over 30+ years, and has helped to enable many of the AI, HPC and ASIC companies achieve success. Jeff is thankful to combine his love of comedy, people and technology. Learn more at: www.jeffapplebaum.com