Keynote SpeakerChris McChesney

#1 Best-Selling Author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution | Global Practice Leader, FranklinCovey | Strategy Execution Expert

Keynote SpeakerChris McChesney

#1 Best-Selling Author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution | Global Practice Leader, FranklinCovey | Strategy Execution Expert

Led large-scale strategy and execution initiatives for global brands, from Marriott to Coca-Cola to Lockheed Martin
How to build an execution culture that actually sticks
One of FranklinCovey’s most requested keynote speakers
Speaking Fee: Please Inquire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pw1mNSn-Hls

Chris McChesney is the global authority on organizational execution and co-author of the worldwide bestseller The 4 Disciplines of Execution

Chris McChesney is the Global Practice Leader of Execution for FranklinCovey and co-author of the Wall Street Journal #1 best-selling book, The 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX).

For more than a decade, Chris has led the design and implementation of the 4DX framework across hundreds of global organizations — from boardrooms to frontline teams in companies such as Marriott International, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, The Coca-Cola Company, Kroger, Comcast, and Lockheed Martin Corporation.

Known for his high-energy delivery and practical, actionable insights, Chris helps organizations turn strategy into measurable results in the face of competing priorities. His work focuses on creating what he calls a “winnable game” of execution through focus, leverage, engagement, and accountability.

CHRIS SPEAKS ON:

• The 4 Disciplines of Execution – Turning Strategy into Results
• Focus & Velocity – How to Win Your Winnable Game
• Execution Culture – From Boardroom Vision to Frontline Engagement
• Strategy Implementation and Organizational Performance
• Leadership Accountability and Team Engagement

The RAVE Speakers Advantage

Why you should book your speaker with us

Sample Videos

Chris McChesney at Global Leadership Summit

Keynote Topics

Most organizations struggle with one critical challenge: bridging the gap between strategy and execution. Your team knows what needs to be done, but the daily whirlwind of urgent tasks constantly derails your most important goals. In this transformative keynote, Chris McChesney reveals the proven framework that has helped thousands of organizations turn their strategic priorities into measurable results.

The 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) provides a clear, repeatable formula for achieving your Wildly Important Goals, even when executing requires significant behavior change. Chris breaks down each discipline with compelling real-world examples: focusing on what matters most, acting on lead measures that drive results, keeping a compelling scoreboard that engages your team, and creating a cadence of accountability that ensures follow-through.

Drawing from his work with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies worldwide, Chris delivers practical insights your team can implement immediately. Attendees leave with actionable strategies to overcome the whirlwind, drive unprecedented focus, and create a culture of execution excellence. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or transforming your entire organization, this keynote provides the roadmap for turning ambitious goals into tangible achievements.

Great strategies fail not because they’re poorly conceived, but because they’re poorly executed. The missing ingredient is an execution culture that connects leadership vision with frontline action. In this powerful keynote, Chris McChesney shows how to build an organization where every team member understands their role in achieving the company’s most important goals.

Chris reveals how leading organizations transform their culture by implementing simple but powerful execution practices. Learn how to shift from a culture of activity to a culture of results, where teams are genuinely engaged in moving the most important metrics forward. Discover how to create transparency around goals, build accountability without micromanagement, and foster the kind of ownership that drives sustainable performance.

Through compelling case studies and practical frameworks, Chris demonstrates how execution culture becomes your competitive advantage. Attendees will understand how to align every level of the organization, create momentum around critical initiatives, and build a team that consistently delivers on commitments. This keynote is essential for leaders committed to closing the execution gap and creating lasting organizational change.

True accountability isn’t about blame or micromanagement—it’s about creating a system where teams own their results and leaders empower execution. In this dynamic keynote, Chris McChesney reveals how the world’s top-performing organizations build cultures of genuine accountability that drive both engagement and results.

Discover the critical difference between holding people accountable and creating a cadence of accountability where teams hold themselves accountable to each other. Chris shares proven methods for conducting effective weekly accountability sessions that energize rather than drain your team. Learn how to use leading indicators to predict success, create scoreboards that drive engagement, and facilitate commitments that actually get kept.

Through powerful examples from organizations that have transformed their performance, Chris demonstrates how authentic accountability becomes the foundation for team engagement and organizational success. Attendees will leave with practical tools for building a culture where everyone knows the score, understands their impact, and feels genuinely engaged in achieving the team’s most important goals. This keynote is perfect for leaders who want to move beyond traditional management approaches and create teams that truly take ownership.

Review Image

Chris McChesney is one of the most engaging speakers we've ever brought in. His energy, clarity, and real-world stories made execution finally click for our leaders.

- Marriott International Executive Leadership Retreat

Review Image

We brought Chris in to help our teams move from strategy to execution, and he delivered beyond expectations. His frameworks are immediately applicable.

- Lockheed Martin Program Director

Review Image

Chris brings a level of practicality and focus that's rare in the business speaking world. Our teams walked away with tools they could implement immediately.

- Coca-Cola North America Senior VP

Books by Chris McChesney

The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals

ISBN: 9781982156985

Chris McChesney Sample Videos

Chris McChesney Keynote Speeches

Most organizations struggle with one critical challenge: bridging the gap between strategy and execution. Your team knows what needs to be done, but the daily whirlwind of urgent tasks constantly derails your most important goals. In this transformative keynote, Chris McChesney reveals the proven framework that has helped thousands of organizations turn their strategic priorities into measurable results.

The 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) provides a clear, repeatable formula for achieving your Wildly Important Goals, even when executing requires significant behavior change. Chris breaks down each discipline with compelling real-world examples: focusing on what matters most, acting on lead measures that drive results, keeping a compelling scoreboard that engages your team, and creating a cadence of accountability that ensures follow-through.

Drawing from his work with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies worldwide, Chris delivers practical insights your team can implement immediately. Attendees leave with actionable strategies to overcome the whirlwind, drive unprecedented focus, and create a culture of execution excellence. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or transforming your entire organization, this keynote provides the roadmap for turning ambitious goals into tangible achievements.

Great strategies fail not because they’re poorly conceived, but because they’re poorly executed. The missing ingredient is an execution culture that connects leadership vision with frontline action. In this powerful keynote, Chris McChesney shows how to build an organization where every team member understands their role in achieving the company’s most important goals.

Chris reveals how leading organizations transform their culture by implementing simple but powerful execution practices. Learn how to shift from a culture of activity to a culture of results, where teams are genuinely engaged in moving the most important metrics forward. Discover how to create transparency around goals, build accountability without micromanagement, and foster the kind of ownership that drives sustainable performance.

Through compelling case studies and practical frameworks, Chris demonstrates how execution culture becomes your competitive advantage. Attendees will understand how to align every level of the organization, create momentum around critical initiatives, and build a team that consistently delivers on commitments. This keynote is essential for leaders committed to closing the execution gap and creating lasting organizational change.

True accountability isn’t about blame or micromanagement—it’s about creating a system where teams own their results and leaders empower execution. In this dynamic keynote, Chris McChesney reveals how the world’s top-performing organizations build cultures of genuine accountability that drive both engagement and results.

Discover the critical difference between holding people accountable and creating a cadence of accountability where teams hold themselves accountable to each other. Chris shares proven methods for conducting effective weekly accountability sessions that energize rather than drain your team. Learn how to use leading indicators to predict success, create scoreboards that drive engagement, and facilitate commitments that actually get kept.

Through powerful examples from organizations that have transformed their performance, Chris demonstrates how authentic accountability becomes the foundation for team engagement and organizational success. Attendees will leave with practical tools for building a culture where everyone knows the score, understands their impact, and feels genuinely engaged in achieving the team’s most important goals. This keynote is perfect for leaders who want to move beyond traditional management approaches and create teams that truly take ownership.

Check Chris McChesney's Availability

Base your confidence on the company we keep

Where our speakers are speaking

Inky Johnson is keynoting MDRT’s annual event in June.
Leading Age used Cynt Marshall to headline last year and now has Ryan Leak and Jia Jiang booked for their June event.
Ryan Leak just addressed The National Auto Dealers Association at their 2025 annual event.
Magic Johnson will headline RSAC 2025—the World’s largest cybersecurity conference next month.
Scott Galloway addressed PCMA’s Convening Leaders Conference 2025 conference.
The NCA (National Confectioners Association) had their State of the Candy Industry Convention this month with Keynote speakers Jesse Cole and Molly Bloom who delivered inspiring messages on creative thinking and business resilience.
To say Janet Evans inspired me is an understatement. I had the great honor of being in the stadium in 1996 when the torch relay took place and have fond memories of the torch being handed by Janet to Muhammad Ali. Little did I know that amazing woman would come back later in life to inspire me with her version of the event. Thank you for your diligent efforts to bring Janet’s story to us.

Kathy Roche

Director of Meetings, Western & Southern Life

I just wanted to express my appreciation for having the opportunity to have Alex Honnold speak to my senior leadership group this morning. Alex was amazing: funny, articulate, open, humble, and very engaging. My group loved him and his presentation. Please let Alex know how much we appreciated him and his accomplishments, most notably his charitable foundation.

Robert Darby

CEO, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate

Our team has been working with Rave Speakers as a trusted resource for all of our keynote presenters at all of our events. They come in on-budget and are always there to support us. Rave Speakers is excellent to work with and an awesome partner.

Heidi Pascale

Senior Director of Experiental Marketing and Training, ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions

Thank you for all you did with booking Magic Johnson and being on site with him. It was so refreshing meeting you in person and having the service you provided. That was an invaluable experience for me and my team and I cannot thank you enough. Magic was amazing – there could not have been a better fit for our conference. Honestly, Mr. Johnson and Mel Robbins complemented each other better than I could have ever dreamt. The two of them made our conference.

Randie Vasso

Project Analyst, Heartland Payment Systems

© 2025 Rave Speakers. All rights reserved.

How Rave Speakers Works

See how we can deliver a standing ovation for your next event

Similar Speakers

The RAVE Speakers Advantage

At no additional cost to you,   we are often onsite at your meeting to ensure the successful delivery of your presenters.

Check Speaker Availability

Connect with us

Call Anytime: (310) 614-8653

Schedule a Pre-Booking Call

Pre-booking calls help us determine if a speaker of interest is a perfect fit with a personal phone call between the potential speaker and your executive team.

Complete the form below and we will reach out to you to schedule your pre-booking call!

Call Anytime: (310) 614-8653

uber-eats-50-gift

Claim Your $50 Uber Eats Gift Card

Schedule a short brainstorming session and receive a $50 Uber Eats gift card!

Claim your $50 gift card

Schedule a call with us and lunch is on us!