“Changed the way I lead.”
Steven O’Dell, President Sony Pictures
“Mind blowing.”
Timo Räisänen, VP Warner Brothers
“Inspiring and actionable”
Inna Kern, VP ESPN
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Forget sit-and-listen. These are bold, interactive, keynotes & workshops with Disney’s Head of Global Creativity & Innovation
"Chris Changed Lives" — Michael Morrison, VP ESPN
BIO AT A GLANCEWith a kind-but-rebellious approach, Chris Chapman helps people lead with courage, create with heart, and move forward together—shifting from “me vs. you” to “you and me vs. the problem.”
Over the past 20 years, he has:
Designed 100+ products and experiences at Disney Parks, blending storytelling, UX, and strategy
Led over 250 Design Thinking Sprints for Disney projects across the company
Transformed Disney’s creative approach to franchises like Mickey Mouse, Pixar Cars, and Pirates of the Caribbean
Trained 1,300+ executives in empathy, collaboration, and creative problem-solving
Helped global brands like Nike and Sony achieve measurable outcomes—$24M in savings, 164% ROI, and stronger team alignment
Chris is the former Head of Creativity & Innovation at Disney and the founder of Imaginology, a creative consultancy that helps leaders and teams unlock bolder ideas, stronger collaboration, and meaningful progress.
He believes real creativity comes from people before process—and that the best work happens when we’re willing to experiment with care, curiosity, and courage. His sessions are rooted in empathy, transparency, and play—values he brings to life in every room he leads.
“ Incredibly engaging, fun, and informative. I didn’t want it to end!”
— Sharone Weltfreid, Ph.D. Postdoctoral Psychology Fellow UCSF Medical Center & Mindfulness Coach
“Super helpful and
I think crucial.”
— Jasmine Gao, Principal Product Manager Nike
“Chris made me feel safe and comfortable to share and helped me absorb the information.”
— Art Director, Walt Disney Animation Studios
“I was hugely cynical, but this was hands down the best workshop of my career.”
— Ian George, Managing Dir. Sony London
“Immersive, thought provoking and very necessary.”
— Takiyah Poindexter, Manager ESPN
“Chris turned what could’ve been a dull lesson into an engaging, unforgettable experience.”
— Andy Benschoter, Manager Pricing & Customer Service Willbur-Ellis
Popular Topics
No matter if it’s a keynote or workshop, walk away with transformation for your personal and professional lives.
Be the Hero of Your Own Story
Stop waiting. Start leading. How to step out of fear, take ownership of your path, and build the career (and life) you actually want.
Design Thinking for Real Life
Life’s messy. Good news—you can design your way through it. Learn simple tools to face change, solve real problems, and create better days at work and home.
Breakthrough Collaboration
Build trust, unlock understanding, and turn team tension into clarity, solutions, and change.
Other keynote topics: Creativity, Innovation, Leadership, Design Thinking, A.I., Creative Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Storytelling in Business.
“Engaging, insightful and inspired, Chris is where the logic of business meets the emotion of imagination.”
—Jen Berger, Story Conference Chicago