Hi, I’m Chris
I’m an award-winning freelance writer and keynote speaker specializing in positive psychology, personal finance — and how these two critical topics intersect.
I’ve studied happiness in 41 countries, given a TEDx talk and written for Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, US News & World Report, ConsumerAffairs, Moneywise and more. You can see my latest articles in my MuckRack profile.
I’m honored to have worked with organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Google, Deloitte, Emory University, Vodafone and dozens of others.
Oh, and I’ve published two books: The Millennial’s Guide to Making Happiness and WIN: Future-Proofing Your Workforce in the Age of Disengagement.
My end goal is simple: to help you improve your mental and financial health.
View my speaker reel
CAMPUSPEAK is the nation’s leading college speaking agency, featuring elite communicators and experts on student wellbeing. As a proud CAMPUSPEAK professional, I’ve been honored to speak at campuses big and small since 2019.
Here’s a demo reel comprising clips from a freshman orientation keynote speech at Missouri Western University. This particular program — Making Happiness: Maximizing Your First-Year Experience — is my favorite.
You can learn more on my CAMPUSPEAK page.
Watch my TEDx Talk
Inspired by my journey meditating, studying mental health and eating Doritos with Buddhist monks in Mississippi, I designed a simple, easy-to-remember system for bolstering your mental health every day.
I call it MESH — a technique that’s been adopted by thousands of students nationwide. Check out my TEDx Talk to learn more…
Testimonials
Renowned editors and campus leaders seem to dig my unique approach to mental and financial prosperity. Here’s what they’re saying:
Dr. Michelle Coach
Regional Coordinator
New England Phi Theta Kappa
Chris was outstanding. We received incredible feedback from the attendees and many stated that he was the best conference speaker we had ever seen. Chris is genuine and real, and does not provide a “show.” He was himself, and the students were able to connect with him.
Cassidy McCants
Editor
ConsumerAffairs
Chris really changed the game for us in terms of finance content. His breadth of knowledge, attention to detail, prompt delivery and great attitude make editing his content — and working with him personally — a breeze and a joy. I’d recommend Chris for content creation of all kinds.
Michael Dempster
Editor
Money Under 30
Chris is a one-in-a-million writer. He always managed to take intricate financial concepts and present them in an accessible, engaging way. His articles are thoroughly researched, structured well, and delivered on time. He’s an indispensable asset for any publisher.
