Chris Barton is a speaker, and co-founder and former board director of the mobile application Shazam. He went on to sell Shazam to Apple for over 400 million dollars. The mobile application Shazam helps users figure out any song playing with just a click of a button. Of his time there, Barton turned the idea of Shazam into profit. After... read full bio
One only needs to look down the street for evidence of Chris Bangle's ingenuity and far-reaching influence. A daring designer whose work has provoked endless discussion, Bangle is best known for his tenure as Chief of Design for the BMW group, where he was responsible for bringing the designs of the BMW, Mini Cooper, and Rolls Royce into the twenty-first... read full bio
Renowned stand-up comedian, writer, actor and director Chris Addison is well-known. Chris has been directing and co-creating Breeders (Sky/FX) with Simon Blackwell and Martin Freeman in recent years. In addition, he has directed Veep (HBO), Emmy-nominated and DGA Award-winning, and worked as an Emmy-winning executive producer, supervising producer and director. He made his feature debut in MGM's Dirty Rotten Scoundrels adaptation, The Hustle,... read full bio
Chris and Peyton Lambton are former contestants of the Bachelorette and Bachelor, respectively, who coincidentally found each other, got married, and began their own HGTV reality show. With Chris’ background in landscape design and Peyton’s eye for design, the couple transforms backyards into living spaces with style, design, and functionality on “Going Yard”. Chris and Peyton have been seen in... read full bio
Colonel Chris Hadfield was an astronaut for 21 years, completing three space flights, two thousand six hundred orbits of Earth, and has made space accessible for those on earth by using social media. Dubbed ‘the most famous astronaut since Neil Armstrong’, Hadfield is renowned internationally (and universally). As Canada’s first fully qualified Space Shuttle crewmember, Hadfield has displayed honor and... read full bio
Chloé Zhao is a Chinese-born filmmaker who has garnered international recognition for her independent films. Born Zhao Ting in 1982, she made her debut in 2015 with Songs My Brothers Taught Me, which premiered at Sundance Film Festival and earned a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature. Her second film, The Rider (2017), also received critical acclaim... read full bio
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is an award-winning author and poet. Her work is widely known, as she has been published in over 50 magazines, including the Atlantic Monthly and The New Yorker, and her writing has been included in over 50 anthologies. Her works have been translated into 13 languages, including Dutch, Hebrew and Japanese. Several of her novels have been... read full bio
Coming from a long line of experienced carpenters and wood-craftsman, its no question Chip Wade has building in his blood. Throughout his years working along side his father, Chip developed interests in carpentry, landscaping, and renovation. He graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree in medical engineering before earning his certification in residential construction. Chip transitioned into... read full bio
Chip St. Clair, the survivor of one of the most captivating real stories ever told, relocated his family about thirty times throughout the nation. When Chip discovered the family's sinister secret in 1998, he never dreamed he would become so transparent and tell the world his story. His escape during his childhood and adolescence was to read everything and anything... read full bio
As President and CEO, Chip Rogers joined the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). The AHLA is the only national organization in America whose sole purpose is to represent the interests of the entire hotel and lodging sector. Chip has led the AHLA team and the housing sector to produce measurable benefits for AHLA members in his capacity as President &... read full bio
Chip Eichelberger’s electrifying speaking style gives him a rare ability to challenge, enlighten and motivate. He will entertain you with a natural humor and a relevant message that consistently captivates his audiences. You will find his accessibility, adaptability, and wonderful attention to detail refreshing. When Chip speaks to your organization, they won’t listen to a lecture – they will participate... read full bio
Hotelier, author, entrepreneur, and speaker Chip Conley has been an innovating force in the hospitality industry since founding Joie de Vivre Hospitality at the age of 26. After 24 years of heading the company as CEO, Conley became Airbnb's Global Head of Hospitality. Conley is the author of multiple books based on his business tactics including The Rebel Rules: Daring... read full bio
Chip Bell is a customer service and loyalty expert. Bell helps businesses understand what it takes to create a customer-centered business plan. He is known for his innovations in service, and is ranked in the top 5 keynote speakers in the world on customer service by Global Gurus. Bell has written over 700 columns for business publications and appeared on... read full bio
Chip and Paulie Wade is the husband and wife duo that have come together to create Wade Works, a real estate, production, and architecture and design company. Pauli has earned her B.S. in Management from Georgia Tech and has also earned her Masters of Accountancy from the University of Georgia. Chip earned his degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech... read full bio
Chip & Joanna Gaines are Baylor grads who are proud to call Waco, TX their home. Together, they run a successful business called Magnolia Homes, which is a creative compilation of construction and unique interior design. They’re brand now encompasses residential and commercial remodeling, new home construction, real estate, and development of specialty neighborhoods and communities. Most recently, Chip &... read full bio
China Chow is an English American actress and model. Chow is the daughter of the restaurateur Michael Chow, and the late and great designer Tina Chow. During her modeling career Chow has worked with Shiseido cosmetics, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Vogue, and Maxim. Chow’s first role as an actor was in the film “The Big Hit”. Prior to acting in... read full bio
Chin-Ning Chu is a Chinese American business consultant, and a bestselling business management author in Asia and the Pacific Rim. Ms. Chin-Ning Chu, internationally renowned speaker and bestselling author of worldwide bestsellers, The Asian Mind Game, Thick Face, Black Heart, and The Art of War for Women died of cancer on December 10, 2009 in Taiwan.... read full bio
Winning intentionally at leading and living life is who "CoachTwill" is. Tameka Williamson is an accomplished entrepreneur, scientist, coach, Award Winning author, professor and trainer. Tameka is passionate about igniting and developing progressive leaders, young and old, for today's marketplace. Her goal is to make a difference and live a life of significance by equipping leaders with the tools to... read full bio
Chief David Brown is a former Dallas Police Chief known for being an advocate on community law enforcement. Brown has been known to create reforms that would reduce violent confrontations between police and the people of the community. He is currently a news consultant for ABC News. Brown is a story of sadness, perseverance, and strength, he grew up in... read full bio
Chief Almir Narayamoga Surui is the Surui Tribe leader and a political activist. For over 15 years, Surui has been fighting to save his Surui tribe and the Amazon rainforest and he is credited for almost single-handedly bringing his tribe back from the brink of extinction. Amidst several death threats for his oppositions to mining, logging, Surui relies on the... read full bio
