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What topics does Chris Curtin speak about?

Chris Curtin is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business Leadership, Cancer, Cancer Survivors, Corporate Culture, Ethics & Integrity, Future of Work, Futurism, Host & Emcee, Human Resources, Leadership, Podcast Hosts, Psychology, Resilience, Social Sciences, Teamwork & Teambuilding

Who is Chris Curtin's agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Chris Curtin for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Curtin for your next private or corporate function.

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Chris Curtin Biography

Chris Curtin is not just a leadership speaker -- he is a serial encourager and an unwavering champion for human resources (HR) leaders and teams. With a rare blend of executive wisdom, real-world HR experience, and infectious energy, Curtin delivers keynotes that inspire, challenge, and reignite the passion of the people at the heart of every organization: HR professionals.

A former HR and Talent executive at GE and Pratt & Whitney, Curtin understands the high-stakes, high-pressure world of HR leadership. He has been in the trenches, navigating the complexities of talent strategy, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Today, as founder and CEO of Connected Approach Partners, Curtin is on a mission to elevate HR leaders and their teams with practical strategies, coaching, and leadership development experiences that drive real impact.

Curtin brings more than just expertise -- he brings heart, humor, and humanity. A lawyer-turned-leadership expert, stand-up and improv comedian, father, husband, brother, and cancer survivor, he connects with audiences on a deeply personal level. His keynotes are as thought-provoking as they are uplifting, blending hard-won leadership lessons with humor, storytelling, and an unshakable belief in HR’s power to shape the future of work. Curtin has taken the stage at major organizations such as RTX, BAE Systems, and CVS Health, where he recently served as the headline keynote speaker for CVS Health’s Leadership Development Program, "Engage 2025," event.

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Chris Curtin Speaking Topics

7 Insights on Resilience for HR Leaders: Navigating Burnout and the Weight of ‘Too Much Work’

With 81% of HR professionals experiencing burnout and 95% of HR leaders saying their workload is simply too much, resilience is no longer optional—it’s essential.

In this powerful and deeply personal keynote, Chris Curtin shares the 7 critical insights that empower HR leaders to not only navigate adversity but to emerge stronger, more centered, and better equipped to lead their organizations through constant change.

Drawing from his own experiences with profound personal loss, executive coaching, and research on resilience, Chris unpacks how HR leaders can cultivate resilience within themselves, their teams, and their organizations.

Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to shift from burnout to balance, from stress to strength, and from merely coping to thriving in today’s demanding HR landscape. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and empowered to lead with resilience like never before.
Driving Change: Embracing and Navigating Transformation as HR Leaders

In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, HR leaders must not only manage change but drive it with confidence.

In this engaging and insightful keynote, Chris Curtin shares his personal and professional journey of transformation, revealing the essential mindset and actionable framework for leading change effectively.

Through real-world examples, including an innovative and relatable change management model, Chris illustrates how to embrace uncertainty, build momentum, and embed sustainable transformation within an organization.

Attendees will gain a practical roadmap for navigating disruptions, aligning teams, and fostering resilience — ensuring they lead both people and circumstances toward a successful future.

You. Be. You. How to Facilitate & Leverage Individual Authenticity to Drive a High-Performance Culture

In today's world, the lines between work and life have blurred, and the best teams and organizations are embracing a new way of thinking—one that celebrates individual authenticity. Gone are the days when employees were expected to fit into an organization's culture; instead, leaders must cultivate a culture that invites and leverages each person’s unique authenticity.

This session explores how leaders can facilitate this shift, fostering an environment of psychological safety, empathy, and innovation. Participants will learn a framework for empowering authenticity within their teams, driving engagement, collaboration, and high performance.

Through interactive exercises and practical reflection, this keynote will guide leaders in aligning their core values with their team dynamics, enabling them to build a culture of trust, adaptability, and sustainable success.

Keynote Points:

Moving from "cultural fit" to "cultural add"
Embracing self-awareness and transparent communication
Building trust and psychological safety through authentic leadership
Leveraging diverse perspectives for innovation and adaptability
Fostering a resilient, ethical, and high-performing culture

FAQs on booking Chris Curtin

How do I book Chris Curtin to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Curtin for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Curtin, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Curtin or any other speaker of your choice.
What are the speaker fees for Chris Curtin

Speaking fees for Chris Curtin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Curtin are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Curtin, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Chris Curtin speak about?

Chris Curtin is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business Leadership, Cancer, Cancer Survivors, Corporate Culture, Ethics & Integrity, Future of Work, Futurism, Host & Emcee, Human Resources, Leadership, Podcast Hosts, Psychology, Resilience, Social Sciences, Teamwork & Teambuilding.
Where does Chris Curtin travel from?

Chris Curtin generally travels from Hartford, CT, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
Who is Chris Curtin’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Chris Curtin for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Curtin for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Curtin or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Chris Curtin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as 7 Insights on Resilience for HR Leaders: Navigating Burnout and the Weight of ‘Too Much Work’, Driving Change: Embracing and Navigating Transformation as HR Leaders and You. Be. You. How to Facilitate & Leverage Individual Authenticity to Drive a High-Performance Culture. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Curtin for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Chris Curtin generally travels from Hartford, CT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Carey Lohrenz, Ryan Jenkins, JP Pawliw-Fry, Adrian Gostick and Libby Gill. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Curtin for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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