With a passion for leadership development, Chris focuses on empowering the next generation of leaders in the United States. Chris is the founder of AmplifyU, the nation’s first collegiate-level business and leadership development program housed at Texas A&M. He is active in philanthropy, creating and supporting programs that foster leadership skills and personal growth in young people.

Chris regularly appears national news networks to discuss the power of leadership and speaks all over the United States, sharing his insights on effective leadership and the importance of cultivating strong character in future generations. Married to Liliana Gil Valletta, America’s Cultural-Intelligence expert and CEO of Culture+, Chris and his wife are dedicated to creating positive change in for future generations.