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Chris Wilson keynote speaker and leadership expert.

Meet Chris

About keynote speaker Chris Wilson.

From cockpit to conference stage, Chris Wilson helps leaders navigate change, build resilience, and create unstoppable momentum.

Timeline

The Journey Behind the Momentum Shift

1990

Born in Toronto, Canada — curiosity and exploration began early.

2009

At 18, booked a one-way flight across the country to chase the dream of flying helicopters.

2014

Earned both Commercial Helicopter Pilot and Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licenses — becoming one of the few in Canada to hold both.

2017

Flew and maintained aircraft in some of Canada’s most remote, high-pressure environments — learning to stay calm, adapt fast, and lead under pressure.
After being laid off 8 times, discovered the true power of resilience, clarity, and forward momentum.

2022

Left a 14-year aviation career to launch a leadership and speaking business — helping others navigate change and build momentum through action.

2024

Delivered the TEDx talk Life Beyond the Dead Man’s Curve and introduced the Momentum Shift Framework, now shared through keynote stages across North America — impacting over 50,000 professionals in 130+ countries worldwide.

Hi, I’m Chris.

I spent years stuck in the hover—wanting momentum but not knowing how to move forward. Today, as a leadership keynote speaker and Momentum Shift expert, I help others do exactly that: take control, lead with clarity, and turn change into progress.

After 14 years in aviation as a commercial helicopter pilot and aircraft maintenance engineer, I took flight into business to help the next generation of leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence. I’ve led missions and made decisions in some of the world’s most remote and high-pressure environments—lessons I now bring to stages, schools, and organizations worldwide.

Through the Momentum Shift Framework, I share real-world leadership tools that help people adapt faster, communicate with impact, and create forward movement when it matters most. My keynotes and programs are designed to help teams and leaders rise above turbulence, build resilience, and create unstoppable momentum.

Chris Wilson keynote speaker and leadership expert.
Favourite Read
Think & Grow Rich
Home Base
Vancouver, Canada
Coffee Order
Cappuccino
My Sign
Virgo
I Enjoy
Travelling
Top Food
Pizza

Momentum Shift helps leaders and teams turn change into momentum and action.

Chris Wilson keynote speaker and leadership expert.

The only way forward is to fly.

From $70,000 in debt at 19 to delivering TEDx talks and leadership keynotes across the world.

My path has been anything but linear. I’ve experienced highs like heli-skiing at 10,000 feet and the discipline of competitive bodybuilding—and lows that tested every ounce of resilience I had.

Through over a decade in aviation, navigating turbulence and pressure as a commercial helicopter pilot, I learned what it truly means to stay composed, adapt quickly, and lead when the path ahead isn’t clear.

Today, my work helps others do the same—turn setbacks into momentum, lead through uncertainty, and rise above whatever challenges come their way.

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"Daring and inspiring those who want to dream and live bigger!”
-Jeff Almon, Owner, MVMTLAB

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My core beliefs

These principles guide how I live, lead, and help others create momentum in work and life.
1

Lead with Intention.

Leadership starts with service. When we act with purpose and an abundance mindset, we create space for others to rise. Intention drives impact — and impact creates movement.
2

The Power of the Present.

Momentum begins in the moment you’re in. Every day is an opportunity to learn, connect, and lead — whether it’s a quiet conversation or a keynote that reaches thousands.
3

Progress Over Perfection.

Growth doesn’t happen in leaps — it happens in consistent, deliberate action. The goal isn’t to get it perfect; it’s to keep moving forward with discipline and clarity.
4

Show Up and Stay the Course.

In every cockpit, classroom, or boardroom, showing up is half the flight plan. Presence builds trust, and trust builds results. Keep showing up — even when it’s turbulent.
5

Momentum Shift.

Progress only happens when you move with purpose. Leadership — like flight — is about small, deliberate shifts that create lift and forward motion. Every shift counts.

How Chris Helps You
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