Pickpocket Gene

Pickpocket Gene is the professional brand of Kansas City-based keynote speaker and entertainer Gene Turner. Since 1985, he has combined magic, comedy, sleight of hand, and pickpocket demonstrations to engage audiences while sharing practical messages. His presentations address identity theft prevention, cybersecurity, physical security, personal and business safety, travel safety, frauds and scams, and risk reduction. He also covers teamwork, communication, and turning insight into action.

Pickpocket Gene offers customized keynotes that incorporate clients’ priority issues and adapt the balance of information and humor to suit each event. His entertainment includes a stand-up comedy pickpocket act and “Magic with a Message” performances. For trade shows, he uses short, frequent presentations to attract visitors, qualify prospects, and connect promising leads with client representatives. He also provides professional emcee services for events ranging from conferences and corporate galas to weddings, product launches, and community celebrations. Across these services, the brand’s distinctive approach uses interactive entertainment to make security guidance and event messages memorable.