“Your presentation set the perfect tone for everything that followed. You opened people’s eyes to a new way of looking at solving the inevitable challenges of trying new things in business. That spirit of openness and discovery carried over to sessions throughout the conference. I’m certain people got more out of their time together as a result and that was a priority for us. Not only did you deliver a great keynote, but you were a true professional throughout the process; easy to work with, engaged directly with attendees and showed a genuine interest to learn about our industry and objectives.”
Senior Director Product, Marketing and Fintech, Celero Solutions
Celero Solutions
“It was so powerful. The tech guys today said your presentation is the best they have seen and they do all kinds of events and conferences all over Nashville. It was also so genuine, emotional. I think the audience felt incredibly connected to you and your story. A guy at lunch told me he cried at the end of your keynote today. Inspired tears are the best.”
Vice President of Marketing & Communications,
America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
“That was one of the best speeches I’ve ever heard – the story was incredibly compelling, the messages resonated, the format – slide/music/video – was engaging…just a total home run!”
VP and GM, BMC Software, Inc.
BMC Software, Inc.
“You were brilliant – everyone is talking about you! I cannot tell you the positive feedback we’ve had from your keynote! You made the event for us and were so great to work with.”
World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA)
World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA)
“Your presentation was beyond unbelievable! So inspiring!! I know you have made a difference in how my team, and I will be thinking going forward.  Our customers and sponsors were all reeling from your journey!  THANK YOU.  Cheers to removing boulders with heart!!”
CEO, Store Capital
Store Capital
“Your presentation at PDW was not just a highlight—it was a visionary revelation. It left us inspired and eager to embrace the future. The way you blended your life and Shazam story with a masterclass in innovation weaved through it resonated deeply with our audience.”
President, DPI
DPI

“Every single person loved your presentation. All day people were coming up to me. Loved that there was so much take away. People are still buzzing about your presentation days later. Thanks for making me look good😉”

Sr. Vice President/Chief Operations Officer, YMCA

YMCA

“Chris embodies inspiration from head to toe. We loved his stories and insights on the core mindsets that lead to game-changing innovation. His delivery was fun, genuine and honest, both during his speech and as our “guest star” at my leadership team’s offsite dinner.”

CEO, Mexico, L’Oréal

L’Oréal

“Brilliant brilliant brilliant speaker! Chris delivered an inspiring and on point presentation tailored to over 7,000 Optus employees to launch our new Innovation strategy. To date, Chris’s talk attracted the highest in real time attendance and engagement as compared to any other speaker we have had on this topic. Chris shed light on how innovation can be a big breakthrough, but it can also be an everyday improvement sharing practical examples from his time at Shazam and Google. The presentation balanced both the mindset that is required to drive a cultural shift for innovation as well as the process to bring innovative ideas to life. Chris delivered a compelling talk that generated talkability across the organization with leaders revisiting the recording later with their teams to help reinforce key messages. Powerful content delivered with an engaging story!”

Director Innovation Strategy, Optus

Optus

“We recently had Chris Barton speak at our 40th anniversary celebration. He delivered what was by far the best one hour keynote that our clients and staff had ever seen. Chris was insightful, energetic, and entertaining speaker with thought-provoking ideas.”

CEO, Costa Rica, Porter Novelli

Porter Novelli