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26 SMT007 MAGAZINE I FEBRUARY 2026 Why Humor Matters McInnis argues that humor can: • Improve problem-solving and team cohesion • Increase resilience during high-pressure cycles • Strengthen relationships with colleagues and customers • Enhance creativity and open the door to new ideas • Reduce stress and create more inclusive, welcoming work environments Her message is especially timely for women in electronics, as representation and leadership in the field continue to grow. Humor can be a pow- erful confidence builder, and McInnis gives audi- ences tools to tap into it authentically, even if they don't consider themselves "funny." A Career Built on Smart, Clean, Crowd- friendly Comedy McInnis is no stranger to large audiences—or the corporate world. Her clean, corporate-friendly comedy has been featured in The Wall Street Jour- nal, The Washington Post, and The Huffington Post, and she has performed for thousands of organiza- tions nationwide. She's also a prolific comedy writer whose mate- rial has appeared just about everywhere humor finds a home. From contributing jokes to Jay Leno's Tonight Show monologue to writing for radio, syndicated cartoon strips, and even guests on the Jerry Springer Show, McInnis' work spans media formats, and audiences. She's the author of two books, Finding the Funny Fast and Convention Comedian, and has been heard on hundreds of radio stations. Over the past 25 years, McInnis has carved out a niche as one of the most versatile humorists in the business world. What Attendees Can Expect Whether you're a returning attendee or new to APEX EXPO, this keynote promises a refresh- ing change of pace. Expect an atmosphere that is relaxed, upbeat, and filled with shared laughter. Attendees will leave with: • A renewed sense of energy • Practical tips for incorporating humor into leadership and communication • A reminder of the value of personal connec- tion in a fast-moving industry • A shared experience designed to strengthen the Women in Electronics community "Finding the Funny" is an invitation to shift per- spective, reconnect with colleagues, and redis- cover joy in the work we do every day. This session is sponsored by Cetec ERP, a sea- soned ERP specialist with a desire to help busi- nesses run their operations more efficiently. This desire led to a cloud-native platform with innova- tive features, available at a fraction of the cost of the typical ERP system. SMT007