Human Performance Keynote Speaker
Chris Sund is a human performance keynote speaker and the award-winning, bestselling author of You Are Capable of More. As President and COO of Uniti Med, GQR Healthcare and Nebula, he helped grow Uniti Med 10x in revenue in two years. His keynotes are about human potential: what people are capable of, and what holds them back.
Quick answer: Who is a good human performance keynote speaker?
Chris Sund is a human performance keynote speaker who has lived the growth he talks about: as President and COO of Uniti Med, GQR Healthcare and Nebula, he helped grow Uniti Med 10x in revenue in two years, and the cultures he has built have been named Fortune Best Workplaces. He is the award-winning, bestselling author of You Are Capable of More and writes for Forbes and Inc.
| Best for | Corporate meetings, association conferences, leadership retreats, sales kickoffs, team offsites and athletic teams |
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| Programs | You Are Capable of More: Become the Best Version of Yourself Your Team Is Capable of More — Building Elite Teams in the Boardroom and the Locker Room |
| Formats | Keynote or breakout; in person preferred, virtual available |
| Length | 50 or 75 minutes |
| Audience size | Up to 800 |
| Based in / travel | Nebraska; speaks nationally |
| Credentials | 10x revenue growth at Uniti Med; Fortune Best Workplaces; award-winning author, five book awards; writes for Forbes and Inc. |
Ranked a Top 10 Thought Leader in Healthcare on Thinkers360Human Performance Starts With Human Potential
Most people never reach their full potential — not because they lack talent, intelligence, or opportunity, but because they become trapped by comfort, fear, self-doubt, and the stories they tell themselves about what is possible.
- How to take ownership instead of waiting to feel ready
- How to step beyond the comfort zone and build confidence
- How to generate meaningful progress and lasting momentum
- How to positively impact the people around you
- Original research attendees can quote: 92% believe they are capable of more than they are doing now
Programs for Human Performance Events
Each session is tailored to your audience, theme and goals.
You Are Capable of More: Become the Best Version of Yourself
In this keynote, Chris Sund shares the framework behind his book You Are Capable of More — a proven approach for breaking through limitations, building confidence, and creating lasting momentum. Attendees leave with a practical roadmap to unlock their potential, achieve bigger goals, and become the best version of themselves.
Your Team Is Capable of More — Building Elite Teams in the Boardroom and the Locker Room
Whether it’s a roster chasing a championship or a department chasing a target, the mechanics of a high-performing team are the same: shared ownership, a standard everyone protects, resilience when the season turns, and teammates who make each other better.
Event Planners on Chris Sund
“Chris would be an incredible addition to any live audience. I’ve had the privilege of seeing Chris speak a few times now, including at our company’s Sales Kickoff in front of 800+ people — which he crushed. Each time he finds a unique way to connect with his audience on both a personal and professional level, keeping everyone engaged and attentive.”
Tyler MoriartyDefinitive Healthcare
“Chris’s Leadership Experience session was one of the highlights of the CSP Conference. His ability to blend real-world experience with authentic storytelling made it relatable and impactful. He was approachable, genuine, and generous with his time. I left inspired, energized, and equipped with insights I continue to reflect on.”
Jay RamosCEO AGSI & President, California Staffing Professionals
“Chris Sund presented in a very professional manner and related very well to our long-term care providers. He has boundless energy and articulates his ideas very clearly. He promotes employee teamwork, leadership, and strategies for individuals to lead a more enriching and fulfilling life. He was so well received by our providers!”
Lori TracyAssistant Executive Director, South Dakota Health Care Association
“What an inspiration it was to see Chris present the keynote at the recent AOHP national conference. His content was engaging, relevant and informative to the health care space. Chris has a straightforward approach offering several nuggets that can be taken back to work to implement right away! I highly recommend Chris as a presenter!”
Shanna DunbarDirector of Operations, Total Workplace Health
“Chris was the consummate professional with an excellent stage presence. Not only did he work with our change in scheduling, topics, and even how many speakers were onstage at the same time — but he did it with grace and tact. Chris resonated with the audience to the point I had many attendees come up to me and ask where we got him. I would recommend Chris for any speaking needs as he’s versatile, flexible, and professional.”
Jack TiernanManager of Sales Training, Definitive Healthcare
“I’ve heard Chris present several times. His topics are well researched, his presentation style has a good flow, and he weaves in practical tips and real-life examples that make the discussion realistic and relatable. We would love to have him present again.”
Terry BennettNAHCR Immediate Past President
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Audiences Chris Serves
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What Event Planners Ask
What does a human performance keynote speaker cover?
Chris Sund’s human performance keynote is about human potential: what people are capable of, and the barriers that hold them back, mainly self-doubt and time. Attendees learn how to take ownership, step beyond their comfort zone and build lasting momentum.
Which program fits a human performance event?
Most events book the signature keynote, You Are Capable of More: Become the Best Version of Yourself. Groups that want a team focus often choose Your Team Is Capable of More.
What makes Chris credible on performance?
He has done it: as President and COO of Uniti Med, GQR Healthcare and Nebula he helped grow Uniti Med 10x in revenue in two years, and the cultures he has built have been named Fortune Best Workplaces. He is also the award-winning, bestselling author of You Are Capable of More.
How long is the session?
Keynotes run 50 or 75 minutes. In person is preferred, and virtual is available.
Can attendees go home with the book?
Yes. Events regularly pair a keynote with signed copies of You Are Capable of More so every attendee leaves with one.
You Are Capable of More
The award-winning, bestselling book behind the keynotes, winner of five book awards: the Literary Titan Gold Book Award, Paris Book Festival, Firebird, BookFest and PenCraft Book Awards. It is about closing the gap between what people are doing and what they are actually capable of. It is the research and framework your attendees hear on stage, in a form they can take back to their units.
Associations regularly pair a keynote with copies for attendees. Bulk pricing and signed editions are available.
He Built It Before He Taught It
Chris took Uniti Med from startup to one of the largest healthcare staffing firms in the country: 10x revenue growth, #3 fastest-growing in the Midwest on the Inc. Regionals, and a Fortune Best Workplaces award along the way.
He serves as Vice President of the NATHO Board of Directors, was named to the inaugural 2026 SIA Healthcare Staffing 100, is the award-winning author of You Are Capable of More (five book awards), and writes for Forbes and Inc. He has appeared on morning television in Omaha, Lincoln, Kansas City, Des Moines, Sioux Falls, Tampa and Austin.
He does all of his speaking on top of helping run a nine-figure healthcare company, so what he teaches on stage is what he is doing on Monday.
For any audience, the value is proof. Chris teaches through stories from his own career, and he builds every keynote around the people in your room.
As Seen & Heard
Television, national business press, and the podcasts where Chris talks leadership, culture and human potential.
Stages I Have Spoken On
Where Audiences Have Heard Chris
Conferences and associations where Chris has taken the stage.
Montana Health Care AssociationBillings, MTACHE Wisconsin ChapterWisconsinVirginia Community Healthcare AssociationWilliamsburg, VAIowa Health Care AssociationDes Moines, IAWSHMMA ConferenceTacoma, WATORCH/TARHC Fall ConferenceTexasLeadingAge IllinoisChicago, ILAHCA/NCAL ConventionNationalNAHCR Annual ConferenceHealthcare RecruitmentAOHP Annual ConferenceOccupational HealthColorado Health Care AssociationColoradoCrawford Memorial HospitalDenison, IABring Chris to Your Next Event
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