Bestselling Author and Speaker
Meet Chris!
Chris Dyer is a keynote speaker, consultant, and former 5x Inc. 5000 CEO who helps organizations build stronger cultures, develop better leaders, and navigate change. He has delivered 300+ keynotes in 20+ countries for
organizations including NASA, Johnson & Johnson, Intuit, IKEA, and Southwest Airlines.
Named the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture by Inc. Magazine, ranked #15 on the Global Gurus Top 30 Organizational Culture Professionals for 2026, and named a Top 101 Global Employee Engagement Influencer by Inspiring Workplaces for five consecutive years (2022 through 2026), Chris combines two decades of real business-building experience with practical frameworks audiences can use immediately.
A Life Woven with Love, Adventure, and Rhythm.
Chris Dyer spent two decades building and leading companies before becoming a full-time keynote speaker and consultant. As CEO, his companies earned Best Place to Work recognition 15 times and were named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies five consecutive years.
He is the author of three bestselling books: The Power of Company Culture, Remote Work, and Moments That Matter. His books have been published in multiple languages and are used by organizations worldwide as practical guides for building better teams and stronger cultures.
Chris is known for combining research-backed frameworks with the practical experience of someone who has led teams through restructures, growth spurts, market shifts, layoffs, and rapid change. When he talks about leadership and culture, he draws on the experience of someone who had to make payroll based on those results.
His clients include NASA, Johnson & Johnson, Intuit, IKEA, Southwest Airlines, General Motors, OnStar, MetLife, Caesars Entertainment, Siemens, and hundreds of other organizations across every industry.
What Chris Speaks About
The 7 Pillars of Amazing Culture
Chris Dyer's signature framework for building high-performance organizational culture. Based on his experience building companies recognized as Best Places to Work 15 times, this keynote gives leaders a diagnostic tool to assess and strengthen their culture across seven dimensions: Transparency, Positivity, Measurement, Acknowledgment, Uniqueness, Listening, and Mistakes.
Moments That Matter
Based on his newest bestselling book, this keynote teaches leaders to recognize the seven types of high-stakes moments that shape careers, cultures, and relationships, and how to show up with purpose when they arrive. Covers Inception, Transition, Decision, Recognition, Connection, Truth, and Culmination moments.
Thriving Through Relentless Change
A practical keynote for organizations navigating disruption, restructuring, or rapid growth. Chris shares three pillars for thriving through transformation: transparent communication, boundary-honoring collaboration, and the seven types of rest that protect wellbeing and sustain energy.
Strategic Selling: Sell Faster, Win Cleaner, Close with Confidence
For sales teams and revenue leaders, this keynote installs a practical system for shorter cycles, stronger pricing, and higher win rates. Covers the Ladder of Abstraction, sensemaking selling, and five field-tested moves that shift conversations from features to impact.
AI and the Future of Work
How leaders and teams can embrace AI, automation, and evolving workforce expectations without losing the human elements that drive engagement, loyalty, and performance.
Remote Work and Hybrid Leadership
Drawing from his bestselling book Remote Work and his experience managing distributed teams, Chris provides frameworks for leading hybrid and remote teams effectively.
He’s not just a speaker. He’s a catalyst for what comes next—and the change that sticks.
Chris Dyer is a culture builder disguised as a serial entrepreneur, CEO, and consultant. His companies were named a Best Place to Work 15 times and featured on Inc. Magazine’s list of fastest-growing companies five times.
He’s not here to inspire with theory. Chris helps teams build high-performing cultures that deliver results: better communication, stronger sales, and higher productivity, performance, and profits. His 7 Pillar Strategy isn’t fluff—organizations around the world use it to align behavior and boost outcomes.
Named the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture by Inc. Magazine, Chris also pioneered a radical approach to meetings that gives people time and energy back. He’s written bestselling books, hosted a globally ranked leadership podcast, and driven transformation that lasts.
Dynamic Speaker, Authentic Leader, and Expert in Company Culture, Communication, and The Future of Work and AI.
Powerful Storytelling
Chris Dyer, a charismatic leadership speaker, weaves powerful and relatable stories, leaving an unforgettable and transformative impact on audiences. Experience the magic of storytelling.
Engaging Humor
Chris captivates with humor, delivering key leadership messages in a delightful manner. Attendees enjoy a lively atmosphere, ensuring an entertaining and enlightening experience.
Practical Takeaways
Chris’ talks end with actionable insights, empowering attendees to apply knowledge to challenges. As an expert, he focuses on tangible benefits for a transformative experience.
Chris Dyer: The Keynote Speaker Our Global Team Admires Twice Over
Entrepreneur, Leading Culture Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Recognized Global Thought Leader in Company Culture and Leadership.
As a CEO managing thousands of people, his companies consistently were named a best place to work. They have also been named a fastest growing company by Inc Magazine 5 times. Chris routinely consults and speaks, and Inc Magazine ranked him as the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture. He has three bestselling books The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work, and has been named #5 on the Leadershum Power List, a Top 40 Change Management Guru, a Top 50 Global Thought Leader, and a Top 50 leadership podcast just this year.
Moments That Matter: See, Shape, and Scale What Counts
By Chris Dyer
Not every moment matters equally. But the ones that do, the ones that shape careers, cultures, and relationships, rarely announce themselves. They happen in hallways, on phone calls, during the first five minutes of someone’s first day, and in the last words before someone walks out the door.
Moments That Matter is a practical, research-backed guide for leaders who want to stop leaving their most important interactions to chance. Written by Chris Dyer, a former 5x Inc. 5000 CEO who spent two decades learning which leadership moments carry disproportionate weight, this book gives you the framework to see what you have been missing, shape the moments that define your impact, and scale that capability across your entire organization.
Chris is the author of three bestselling books: The Power of Company Culture, Remote Work, and Moments That Matter. His books have been published in multiple languages and are used by organizations worldwide as practical guides for building better teams and cultures.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chris Dyer
Who is Chris Dyer?
Chris Dyer is a keynote speaker, consultant, and former 5x Inc. 5000 CEO specializing in company culture, leadership, and organizational performance. He is Inc. Magazine’s #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture, ranked #15 on the Global Gurus Top 30 Organizational Culture Professionals for 2026, and a Top 101 Global Employee Engagement Influencer by Inspiring Workplaces (2022 through 2026). He has delivered 300+ keynotes in 20+ countries for organizations including NASA, Johnson & Johnson, Intuit, IKEA, and Southwest Airlines.
What topics does Chris Dyer speak on?
Chris speaks on company culture (7 Pillars of Amazing Culture), leadership, thriving through change, AI and the future of work, sales motivation and performance, remote work, and his Moments That Matter framework. He customizes every keynote to the specific challenges and goals of the organization.
How much does Chris Dyer charge for a keynote?
Chris Dyer’s keynote speaking fees range from $15,000 to $25,000, depending on the event format, customization, and travel requirements. Premium workshops and keyshops are available at $25,000 and above.
Does Chris Dyer customize his keynotes?
Yes. Chris interviews key executives and employees before every engagement to understand specific challenges, culture, and goals. This ensures the keynote resonates with the audience and addresses real issues, not generic content.
How do I book Chris Dyer?
Contact Shannyn Downey at 6 Degrees Speaker Management: shannyn@6degreesspeakers.com or visit chrisdyer.com and click Book Chris.
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