“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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Unlock the secrets of creativity and collaboration with Ex-Disney Global Creativity & Innovation Director to transform your personal and professional lives.
BIO AT A GLANCEChris is the former Global Creativity & Innovation Director at Disney and the founder of Imaginology — a global innovation consultancy established in 2019 that specializes in the development of both people and their ideas. His interactive and entertaining approach and kind yet rebellious attitude drive real change for companies and individuals.
15 years of Design, Creative Leadership, and Global Innovation Experience at Disney
Designed & Lead development of over 100 products and experiences at Disney Theme Parks
Lead senior Disney leadership teams across the company on design sprints and innovation projects for brands, products, and experiences including Mickey Mouse, Pixar Cars, and Pirates of the Carribean.
Coached and trained over 450 Global Disney leaders in design thinking & empathy
Founder & CEO of Imaginology a consultancy that develops people & their ideas using empathy design as a bridge between art and business.
Trained over 1,300 Fortune 500 leaders globally in emotional intelligence, innovation, design thinking, and evolved creative collaboration.
“ 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
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Empathy Design 2.0: The Collaboration Revolution, Are You Ready?
Deeply understanding self and others improves collaboration in our personal and professional lives.
Transform collaboration by fostering understanding and decreasing conflict
Lead healthier, more energized, and effective teamwork in all areas of life
Ignite creative problem solving and innovation
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Studies show that how we collaborate—whether in our workplaces, homes, or online communities—is not just breaking down; it's hurting our health and well-being. Chris's Empathy Design 2.0 revolutionizes how we work together by solving problems more efficiently while reducing conflict and stress. This approach enhances collaboration by respecting diverse mindsets and perspectives and prioritizing everyone's well-being, not just the end beneficiaries.
Empathy Design 2.0 fills a critical void in traditional teamwork techniques by challenging the formerly celebrated goals of Design Thinking's "end user obsession" and the outdated use of compromise. Instead, it moves us towards a win-win environment where participants gain a profound understanding of each other's needs and motivations. This understanding decreases frustration and enhances creativity, leading to superior outcomes in both our personal and professional lives.
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