Chris Bashinelli

THE POWER OF HUMAN CONNECTION – EMBRACING DIVERSITY, BUILDING STRONGER TEAMS

It is only when every single team member, from the office manager to the CEO, feels safe to bring their whole, most authentic selves to work each and every day, that our organization can realize it’s full potential. As long as any single team member feels that they have to hide who they are in the workplace, we will be leaving untapped potential on the table – and our results will suffer. From his childhood “Stoop” in Brooklyn where his friends shared a combined total of over 13 nationalities, to his grandparents that immigrated to the United States from Lebanon through Ellis Island – Bash’s understanding of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is built into the very fabric of his DNA.

Pulling from experiences in over 40 countries as a National Geographic Explorer, from living with nomads in Mongolia, to farming for tea on the hillsides of China, to Sumo wrestling the heaviest Japanese human being in recorded history – Bash shares in very simple steps how to create an environment where employees not only feel safe – but empowered to bring their whole selves to work – creating a culture of trust and allowing our organization to tap into the power of our shared humanity. By recognizing the strength in our diverse experiences, cultures, identities and perspectives we can fully realize the strength of our greatest asset – our people.

THE POWER OF MENTAL WELLNESS – RENEW EMPLOYEE INSPIRATION, CREATING A HEALTHY WORKFORCE

We are working harder, longer and under more pressure than we ever have before – but without a mindful approach to our work, one that reduces stress and renews inspiration – this type of employee output can actually worsen results. If we are to succeed as an organization we must find a way to not only manage, but transform the stresses and pressures our constantly changing world in a way that works to our advantage. In this one of a kind keynote, Bash walks attendees through the practical ways we can actually use the stresses of our work and life to empower a culture of mental health and employee wellness.

Drawing from more than a decade of in depth meditation and mindfulness studies, Bash walks attendees through a powerful approach to mental wellness – one we can apply in our work and our lives here and now. From gratitude practice, to smart phone retreats, to mindfulness tips – Bash reignites our productivity, recalibrates our focus and renews employee inspiration. He shares the practical tools he’s used to reduce stress, deepen concentration, and create peace of mind – all while hosting an international television series for National Geographic, leading worldwide expeditions, and inspiring audiences everywhere from Abu Dhabi to Azerbaijan. Bash reminds us that creating a healthy workforce begins with each of us playing our part and taking responsibility over our own minds.

STEP INTO YOUR POTENTIAL – CHANGE YOUR MIND, CHANGE YOUR WORLD

Potential is the space between “where we are” and “where we can be”, it is our “unrealized abilities”, personally, professionally and as an organization. Stepping into our potential means understanding that it is only because of challenge, not in spite of it, that we can become our best selves. In this thought provoking keynote, colored with international stories of adventure, resilience and triumph – Bash shares the power available to each of us when we stop seeing challenge as an obstacle to success, and instead as the very vehicle by which we can achieve it.

From a remote Chinese village that rebuilds after a devastating fire, to a young Tanzanian filmmaker’s unimaginable dream come true, to Bash’s own personal experience of tragedy to triumph – this talk reminds us that when we change our minds, we truly can change our world. We will only realize our potential as an organization when every single team member is committed to realizing their strength individually. This keynote experience is at once a call to action for each of us personally as it is a reminder of the impact that’s possible when we tap into the collective strength of our shared humanity.

“Chris would be an asset to any event requiring a quality speaker. Chris presents with a smooth confidence that both sets the tone of the event and captures the attention of the audience. He harnesses the ethos of social entrepreneurship, and would be an asset to any event requiring a quality speaker.”
– Frank Fredericks, World Faith

“Authentic, engaging, and energetic presentation. Bash offered a very authentic, engaging, and energetic presentation for our conference attendees. He brought many of his valuable life experiences to the table, and though all proved very different, they revolved around one common theme- breaking down barriers and finding a common ground with whomever you engage. Attendees left feeling exhilarated, taking with them many of the principles Bash illustrated back to their local institutions.”
– Jake Parks, The Institute of Internal Auditors

“One of the best, if not the best, public speakers I’ve seen on circuit in my 25 year history in this industry. Chris made us laugh. He made us cry. He nailed it! He knew our company better than any other public speaker we’ve ever hired. He was one of the best, if not the best, public speakers I’ve seen on circuit in my 25 year history in this industry.”
– Geoff Ballott, The Wyndam Hotel Group