This Ukrainian Jewish refugee is proof the American Dream is possible, if you apply your passion to the service of others. 

After graduating Georgetown and running a Russian language program for military intel, he moved to Hollywood to become a comedian and writer.

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Over the last 20 years Iggy has performed with comedy greats around the world, produced the first ever transgender comedy festival, and launched MisfitToysComedy.org

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MTC is a non-profit studio dedicated to promoting diversity & empowerment through Transformative Comedy. This signature methodology redefines comedy as a healing practice, proving laughter can be yoga for the soul. 

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His workshops and keynotes demonstrate the power of articulating vulnerability with specificity to trigger laughter, which ignites the limbic part of our brains. When we mindfully harness laughter it promotes mental wellness, increases rapport, builds trust,  and facilitates inclusion.

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When he is not performing, Iggy is sharing his knowledge with universities, corporations, and organizations across the globe.