Comedian Henry Cho to Headline RootsTech 2024 as a Keynote Speaker

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Comedian Henry Cho will keynote RootsTech 2024

RootsTech by FamilySearch, the world's largest family discovery and genealogy conference, is thrilled to announce that acclaimed comedian Henry Cho will be the Thursday, February 29, keynote speaker for the 3-day 2024 event. Known for his unique blend of clean comedy and storytelling, Cho brings his infectious humor to the main stage, promising an entertaining and memorable experience for RootsTech attendees in person and online. Find out more, or register at Rootstech.org.

RootsTech, hosted annually by FamilySearch International, is a premier global conference that celebrates family and promotes technology that helps make, share, and preserve fun genealogy discoveries. It brings together people from all walks of life to discover, share, and connect through their shared heritage. The theme of RootsTech 2024 is “Remembering.” It promises to be an exceptional gathering, and having Henry Cho as the keynote speaker adds an exciting and humorous element to the event.

Henry Cho, a talented stand-up comedian and actor, has been captivating audiences with his hilarious performances for decades. Cho's clean and relatable comedy transcends cultural boundaries, making him a perfect fit for a global event like RootsTech, where people of diverse backgrounds and cultures come together to explore their family histories. Cho is Asian-American and occasionally quips about his Korean ancestry in his comedic performances.

"We are delighted to have Henry Cho as our keynote speaker for RootsTech 2024," said Jen Allen, RootsTech director. "His comedic talent and ability to connect with audiences align perfectly with the spirit of RootsTech. We believe attendees will not only be entertained by Cho’s keynote address but will also be inspired by the stories he shares."

Register Now for RootsTech 2024

Experience the energy of exploring and sharing your story at RootsTech 2024 from February 29 to March 2, 2024. Learn more and register at RootsTech.org. The online event is free, and the in-person 3-day event is only $109.

RootsTech offers a wide range of 200+ sessions, exhibitors and experiences to help attendees discover, remember, and share their stories.

What Is RootsTech?

RootsTech is a place to learn, be inspired, and make connections through family history. Hosted by FamilySearch and sponsored by other leading genealogy organizations, we have hundreds of expert classes, tips and tricks videos, and inspiring stories that can help you experience family history like never before. Visit our on-demand learning library, or make plans to join us for our next virtual or in-person conference event.

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About FamilySearch

FamilySearch International is the largest genealogy organization in the world. We are a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Millions of people use our records, resources, and services to learn more about their family history. To help in this great pursuit, FamilySearch and its predecessors have been actively gathering, preserving, and sharing genealogical records worldwide for over 125 years. People access our services and resources free online at FamilySearch.org or through over 6,000 FamilySearch centers in 129 countries, including the main FamilySearch Library in Salt Lake City, Utah.