As Seen on Fox Business
Los Angeles Mentalist
for Events
Interactive mind-reading that turns important events into the moment everyone remembers.
Trusted by Fortune 500 companies:
20
Years
1,500+
Events
Fortune 500
Clients
The Los Angeles Mentalist They’ll Talk About
Joe Skilton knows how to amaze and impress sophisticated Los Angeles audiences.
This is smart, interactive entertainment that will leave them genuinely astonished.
Joe is a frequent entertainer at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, and his work has been featured on Fox Business and the “Masters of Illusion” TV series.
Watch this video to see Joe in action.
“We had Joe perform at our special event for CEOs and business leaders from around the world, and it was fantastic. People are still talking about it. I highly recommend and endorse Joe for any corporate event.”
Chad Willardson
Best-Selling Author, Founder & President of Pacific Capital
20+ Years in Los Angeles
As the top mentalist in Los Angeles, Joe has performed over 1,000 shows throughout SoCal, including hundreds of performances at the world-famous Magic Castle in Hollywood.
Joe’s clients include L.A.’s busiest event planners. Joe’s recent L.A. events include:
- Huge Sales Kickoff at The Dolby Theater, Hollywood
- Law Firm Event at Illusion Magic Lounge, Santa Monica
- LA Galaxy VIP Event at their stadium in Carson
- Private engagements for VIP and A-list clients
Built for Sophisticated L.A. Audiences
Smart entertainment for smart rooms
Joe Skilton has spent more than 20 years in front of VIP clients, A-list celebrities and C-level leadership.
As a top Los Angeles mentalist, Joe combines magic and psychology to create the illusion of mind-reading. He’ll appear to read the thoughts of your people and predict decisions before they’re made.
Joe’s performances have the energy of a headline stage show, and the polish to sit comfortably in front of your most important people.
Joe has performed at iconic Los Angeles venues including the Jonathan Club, the Getty Museum, and at the Los Angeles Convention Center. He’s also entertained at the private homes of L.A.’s top executives and creative artists.
Featured on TV
And at Corporate Events Nationwide
Morning Show
Fox Business
Extended Interview
About The Show
Joe’s signature show is built for smart audiences at employee events, awards banquets, and fundraisers. It scales from an intimate leadership dinner to a ballroom of thousands.
You’ll see impossible mind-reading, a jaw-dropping prediction finale, and plenty of fun audience participation, all shaped around your event and your message.
Add reception entertainment: Joe can also perform close-up mind-reading during your cocktail reception, priming the room and building anticipation for the main event.
Video Testimonials
With performance footage. Less than 25 seconds long.
Sales Kickoff
Joe amazed 500 Brex employees at their sales kickoff in Hollywood, CA.
Annual Meeting
Joe wowed hundreds of HP employees at their annual meeting in Atlanta, GA.
Executive Retreat
Client review from best-selling author, founder & CEO Chad Willardson.
Impress Everyone in the Room
Los Angeles is the hardest crowd there is. Your guests work in entertainment or right next to it. They’ve watched plenty of people try to hold a room. Most entertainment slides right off them.
Joe’s mentalism lands anyway. Phones go down, the room leans in, and people who’ve seen it all find themselves astonished. It’s the moment an L.A. crowd forgets to be cool, and starts having fun.
Your guests walk away with a shared experience they’ll remember, and you get the credit for making it happen.
A Premium Experience
World-Class Mind Reading
The same mentalism Joe has performed on Fox Business & the “Masters of Illusion” TV series.
Built Around Your Message
Joe weaves your event theme & brand into the performance, so the moment is yours, not generic.
Your People, the Stars
Your group is treated with courtesy & respect. 100% participation. 0% embarrassment.
Boardroom Clean, Always
No politics. No profanity. No punching down. Joe is comfortable in front of any executive audience.
More Reviews
“Not only did Joe entertain and charm our guests, he was professional, approachable and easy to work with. It was a fantastic experience“
Kelly Smith
Kauffman Wealth Services
Pasadena
“What a huge success. People LOVED Joe! He was great to work with and he truly made our annual partner retreat the best yet.”
Liz Kokoska
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
DTLA
“We hired Joe to entertain our employees with his mingling mentalism, and he was absolutely mind-blowing!”
Samantha Peterson
Managing Director, Hermès
Beverly Hills
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mentalist?
A mentalist combines magic and psychology to create the illusion of mind-reading. A corporate mentalist entertains business audiences specifically, tailoring the performance for conferences, sales meetings, galas, and executive events.
Is Joe REALLY based in Los Angeles?
YES. Joe performs nationally, but he lives in Los Angeles with his wife and son. He’s performed over 1,000 events in Los Angeles and Orange County since 2004.
We have a sophisticated crowd. Can Joe impress them?
The top event planners in L.A. rely on Joe because he can be trusted with their important clients. Joe knows how to move in polite company. He’s happy to sign an NDA to protect confidentiality.
Can Joe customize his show?
Yes, and it’s one of the most requested things he does. Joe regularly creates custom moments around an event theme. This makes the performance more impactful and memorable, and reinforces what your event is all about.
Does Joe hypnotize people or use stooges?
Never. There’s no hypnosis, no stooges, no earpieces, and nobody who’s “in on it.” Everyone who participates is a real member of your audience, and everything that happens is genuine and in the moment. That’s what makes it feel truly impossible.
Does Joe travel outside of Southern California?
All the time! He performs at company events and conferences nationwide. Visit Joe’s Corporate Mentalist page for info. Please note that bookings in Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Barbara and Palm Springs are “local” and have no travel costs.
How long is Joe’s performance?
Joe designs each show to fit your program. Most performances run 45 to 60 minutes. If the performance is after dinner, Joe can also add close-up mentalism during your cocktail reception.
How much does it cost to bring Joe to our event?
Joe’s fee reflects a fully customized, all-inclusive experience, built and rehearsed for your specific audience. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a detailed written quote.
Does Joe offer ticketed shows in Los Angeles?
Joe occasionally performs at the following theaters in Southern California:
– Illusion Magic Lounge – Santa Monica, CA
– Marvyn’s Magic Theater – La Quinta, CA
– The Magic Castle – Hollywood, CA
Check these venues to learn more.
Can we meet Joe before booking?
Absolutely. You’ll have the chance to speak with Joe on phone or on zoom before you commit. After booking, you’ll also join Joe for a full pre-event call to coordinate every detail.
Let’s Get Started
Booking Joe is Simple.
1. Share your event details. Tell us your date, audience and goals using the form below.
2. Talk it through with Joe. You’ll connect directly with Joe to explore options.
3. Joe handles the rest. Detailed proposals. Liability insurance. Pre-event consultation. And an astonishing performance they won’t forget.