“Not only did Chris grab the attention of the audience from the very beginning, his presentation was interactive, impactful and one of the most authentic presentations we have had.”
Matt Shemwell
President
Marsh McLennan Agency
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Dynamic Storytelling & Audience Engagement
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Keynotes
Become a Ripple Effect Leader: Building High-Trust Teams in a Low-Trust World
Did you know that 4 in 5 people are unwilling to work with someone who disagrees with their point of view? At a time when trust is low, loneliness is high and our workforce is more distributed than ever, we have to develop and empower leaders who foster connection, engagement and inclusion for their organization.
In this signature program, Chris Rollins reveals his trademark Ripple Effect Leadership framework, helping attendees embrace a new way of thinking that activates a wave of human-centered leaders across all levels of their business. The result is an inspired, empowered and engaged workforce that helps the organization drive speed, momentum and scale.
In this powerful, thought-provoking and inspiring talk, attendees will be able to immediately implement proven strategies to:
Discover the 5 essential leadership qualities to immediately build trust
Recognize the negative impact of siloed thinking on long-term business results
Implement actionable shifts to upgrade from a siloed mindset to a Ripple Effect Mindset™
Learn the formula to become a positive change catalyst and inclusive leader on your team
Gain inspiration to create positive ripples within your team, organization, community and beyond
Available as a 30-60 minute keynote, or half-day workshop
Small Actions, Big Ripples: Inclusive Leadership at Every Level
Everyone plays a leadership role through their actions and influence, but without the title, most people don’t see themselves as leaders. At a time when organizations are trying to do more with less, a top-down, siloed approach to leadership is not only ineffective, it’s a culture killer.
In this session, Chris shares his trademark Ripple Effect Leadership framework, which helps individuals embrace a new way of thinking to become high-impact, human-centered leaders regardless of their role. The result is an inspired, empowered, and engaged workforce that moves forward faster and brings everyone along.
In this powerful, thought-provoking and inspiring talk, attendees will learn:
Strategies to improve collaboration across distance and difference
How to show up as a high-impact leader no matter your title or tenure
Five essential skills to build an inclusive culture and lead at the speed of trust
The formula to become a positive change catalyst and inclusive leader on your team
How to turn seemingly insignificant moments into meaningfully significant momentum.
Available as a 30-60 minute keynote, or half-day workshop
"I left your keynote both wiser and inspired…
Your pairing of passion and vulnerability, wrapped around your personal story, made for a very powerful leadership lesson and example.”
Mike Slessor, CEO of FormFactor, Inc.
Speaking Clients
About Chris
Chris Rollins turns everyday leadership into lasting ripple effects. With 15 years of experience empowering teams and shaping organizational culture—Chris skyrocketed through corporate America to become a top HR exec by the age of 30. His unique Ripple Effect Leadership™ framework—inspired by his journey of self-discovery and one particularly fateful conversation with his dad—calls leaders to foster connection and inspire action across their organizations. He’s on a mission to bring a more human approach to work that works for every human.
Speaking to diverse audiences across industries, Chris delivers an emotionally charged experience that leaves people rethinking the way they connect with colleagues. His message is clear: Start a ripple. Whether a leader or a team member, everyone can “be the pebble” by taking meaningful action, no matter how small, to create high-trust cultures that drive speed, momentum and scale.
Trusted by top brands across finance, insurance, retail and tech like Raymond James, Marsh McLennan, IKEA, Oracle and more, Chris Rollins is a fresh voice for leaders ready to break down barriers and inspire lasting change. His talks have garnered a 98% rating with diverse audiences ranging from local auto repair shop owners to global Fortune 50 companies.
A native New Yorker, Chris now lives in Tampa, FL with his partner and rescue dog.
