<p>National Geographic Explorer and global storyteller Chris Bashinelli draws on eye-opening experiences in over 40 countries to help organizations boost sales, reignite employee inspiration, and build cultures rooted in genuine human connection.</p><p>Through unforgettable stories of adventure, dynamic audience engagement, and exclusive footage from his international TV series, Bash empowers teams to unlock the potential of their greatest asset—their people.</p><p>With unparalleled authenticity, humility, and a deep curiosity for the human experience, Bash creates a transformative connection with audiences—setting a new standard in the speaking world.</p><p>“We need more people like Chris in the world,” says Dr. Jane Goodall.</p><p><br></p>
National Geographic Explorer & TV Host, United Nations Moderator, Actor from <i>The Sopranos</i>, Expert on Human Connection & Happiness in Business
<ul><li><strong>Authentic Connection: The Superpower to Better Sales and True Business Growth</strong></li><li>What if the real secret to sales success isn’t persuasion, but genuine human connection? In this powerful keynote, National Geographic Explorer and Scientist of Human Connection Chris Bashinelli reveals how putting people first is the key to building trust, loyalty, and long-term growth. Drawing from years of global research—from living with nomads in Mongolia to working with financial advisors in Texas—Bash shows how being fully present, empathetic, and driven by service leads to deeper client relationships and exponential sales results. Audiences will leave with practical tools to build trust instantly, create transformational—not just transactional—interactions, and foster a people-first sales culture that drives real business success.</li><li><strong>The Happiness Effect: Why Starting from Happiness Is the Secret to Lasting Success</strong></li><li>In a time of constant disruption and rising burnout, one powerful tool remains fully in our control: our ability to cultivate happiness. In this inspiring keynote, National Geographic Explorer Chris Bashinelli shares transformative lessons from 20 years of global research and mindfulness practice—revealing that happiness isn’t the reward for success, but the starting point. Drawing from personal stories of loss, resilience, and encounters in over 40 countries, Bash shows how a mindset rooted in gratitude, mindfulness, and abundance fuels trust, strengthens relationships, and drives high-performance teams. With humor, vulnerability, and real-world tools, he empowers audiences to create happiness from within—and use it as a foundation for personal and professional success.</li><li><strong>A Culture of Trust: Reignite Employee Inspiration and Bring Your Best Self Every Day</strong></li><li>In this engaging and practical keynote, National Geographic Explorer Chris Bashinelli shows how building a culture of trust is the key to unlocking employee potential, sparking innovation, and driving performance. Drawing from his global travels and his multicultural upbringing on a Brooklyn “stoop,” Bash shares powerful stories and actionable strategies to help teams create environments where people feel safe to speak up, show up fully, and contribute authentically. With humor, heart, and audience interaction, he reveals how organizations can move beyond buzzwords to foster true connection—where every voice is valued, psychological safety drives productivity, and employees are inspired to bring their best every day.</li><li><strong>Leadership on Purpose: Discover Your Superpower and Unlock Your Team’s Potential</strong></li><li>In this powerful and personal keynote, National Geographic Explorer Chris Bashinelli reveals that the most impactful leadership doesn’t come from authority—it comes from authenticity. Drawing from his journey of turning personal loss into global purpose, Bash shares how our greatest challenges often hide our greatest superpowers, and how reframing adversity can unlock the qualities that make us exceptional leaders. Through compelling stories, interactive moments, and actionable insights, he helps audiences discover their unique leadership style, embrace purpose-driven action, and inspire their teams to realize their full potential.</li></ul><p><br></p>