Aberdeen Keynote Speaker
Chris Sund is a keynote speaker for conferences, association meetings and company events in Aberdeen, South Dakota. He is President and COO of Uniti Med, GQR Healthcare and Nebula; the award-winning, bestselling author of You Are Capable of More, with five book awards including the 2026 Literary Titan Gold Book Award; a member of the 2026 SIA Healthcare Staffing 100; Vice President of the NATHO Board of Directors; and a contributor to Forbes and Inc. In South Dakota he has spoken at the South Dakota Health Care Association conference in Sioux Falls, appeared on Dakota News Now, and his TV appearances include KELOLAND Living (November 16, 2026). He travels from Nebraska and has spoken at more than 30 events in 15 states and another country this year.
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See Chris in front of a room before you book him for Aberdeen.
A full keynote on why people stay or leave, and what leaders do every week that decides it. The same material runs as a hospital leadership day, a cooperative annual meeting or a conference general session.
The SPARK Advantage, a full 57-minute culture and leadership keynote built on Support, Purpose, Appreciation, Relationships, Knowledge and Growth. More sessions on Chris’s YouTube channel.
The hub of northeastern South Dakota.
Aberdeen is the seat of Brown County and the commercial center for the region, with two hospitals, a public university and some of the state’s larger employers.
- Avera St. Luke’s Hospital, the city’s largest employer with about 1,500 staff, and Sanford Aberdeen Medical Center, for leadership and all-staff events
- 3M, Agtegra Cooperative and Wells Fargo Auto Finance, each with hundreds of local employees, for kickoffs, annual meetings and leadership sessions
- Northern State University, for campus programming and staff development
- Aberdeen Convention Center, adjoining the Best Western Ramkota Hotel, for association conferences and banquets
- The historic Capitol Theatre, open since 1927, for community and chamber events
Chris can serve all of those: hospital teams, agriculture and manufacturing employers, the university, or a statewide group meeting at the convention center.
Already on South Dakota stages and screens.
The nearest proof is in Sioux Falls, on stage and on morning TV.
South Dakota Health Care Association
The Leadership Exchange, an interactive leadership session at the SDHCA conference.
TV · Sioux FallsDakota News Now
A morning TV segment in Sioux Falls, aired September 2026.
KELOLAND Living
Guest on KELOLAND Living, November 16, 2026.
Keynote topics for your Aberdeen event.
Every session is customized for the audience, the format and what you are trying to change.
You Are Capable of More: Become the Best Version of Yourself
The signature keynote on closing the gap between what people are doing and what they are capable of. The strongest fit for an association general session or company-wide meeting.
You Are Capable of a Better Culture — Build a Workplace People Never Want to Leave
Retention built on the SPARK framework: Support, Purpose, Appreciation, Relationships, Knowledge and Growth.
You Are Capable of More: Leadership — How Great Leaders Unlock the People Around Them
An interactive 60 to 90 minute workshop built on table discussion, for supervisors, managers and emerging leaders.
The Power of Small Moments — Turning Good Care Into Great Experiences
Built on the CARE framework for hospital, clinic and long-term care audiences.
What event organizers and attendees say about Chris.
“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
“Chris was an outstanding speaker and a highlight of our 2025 Patient Experience Recognition Dinner. He took the time to deeply understand our organization, our culture, and our specific goals — and thoughtfully personalized his presentation. His message resonated across all roles.”
Macy WebbDirector of Human Resources, Crawford County Memorial Hospital
“Chris Sund’s speaking engagements are truly powerful. His engaging style draws the audience into the conversation, creating a relaxed atmosphere that encourages learning and reflection. You leave not only inspired but equipped with practical leadership insights you’re eager to implement.”
DeAnna Busby-RastAuthentica Group
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