A member of the National Speakers Association , Mr. Modem (Richard A. Sherman) is well known in speaking circles as a technological humorist. He has presented over 500 lectures, seminars, and keynote addresses, and has appeared on more than 300 radio and TV talk shows.

A nationally syndicated columnist, his Ask Mr. Modem! column appears in newspapers throughout the United States and Canada. Mr. Modem is also a co-host on the national PC Chat Computer Show (radio broadcast).