Chris Sund

“Chris Sund brought exactly the kind of energy and engagement we wanted for our WSHMMA Annual Conference. Speaking to an audience of more than 200 healthcare supply chain professionals and industry partners with a wide range of experience levels, Chris had the unique ability to connect with the entire room. What impressed me most was that he didn't simply stand on stage and talk about leadership, he created an experience. His Leadership Exchange had attendees talking, laughing, reflecting, sharing real experiences, and learning from one another. He combined powerful storytelling with practical leadership lessons around priorities, resilience, listening, recognition, purpose, and being intentional about how we lead. Chris is energetic, authentic, relatable, and incredibly comfortable engaging an audience. He understands how to read a room and turn a traditional conference session into something people actually participate in and remember. I would absolutely recommend Chris to organizations looking for a professional speaker who can bring people together, create meaningful interaction, and leave an audience with leadership lessons they can put into practice immediately.”

“Chris Sund’s Leadership Experience session was one of the highlights of the CSP Conference for me. His presentation was engaging, insightful, and filled with practical leadership lessons that I could immediately apply both professionally and personally. What stood out most was his ability to blend real-world experience with authentic storytelling, making the session relatable and impactful for everyone in the room. After the session, I had the opportunity to meet Chris one-on-one, and that interaction reinforced everything he shared from the stage. He was approachable, genuine, and generous with his time, taking a sincere interest in learning about others and their leadership journeys. Our conversation left a lasting impression on me and further demonstrated the leadership qualities he teaches humility, authenticity, and a commitment to helping others grow. I left the conference inspired, energized, and equipped with valuable insights that I continue to reflect on today. Chris’s session wasn’t just a presentation; it was a meaningful leadership experience that challenged me to think differently about how I lead, serve, and influence others.”

Hosting leadership development events for our Young Professionals program is an important investment in cultivating the next generation of leaders and is something we really put an emphasis on at the Chamber. At our Leadership Exchange workshop, Chris Sund was able to energize the room, spark conversations, and encourage connections throughout the event. Attendees spoke of how impactful their conversations were, reinforcing just how powerful these moments of connection can be. We are incredibly grateful for Chris and the lasting impact he is making on our community’s future leaders.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to you for your contribution to the CHCA/CCAL Assisted Living Conference. Your expertise and interaction with our participants enhanced the depth of learning we provided to these important leaders in our assisted living membership. You played a significant role in the subject which further raise the level of our profession and strengthen our community of providers.

Thank you so much for being a presenter at the CCAL annual conference in Aurora, CO last week. I truly enjoyed your presentation of The Power of Small Moments. The takeaways that I had from this presentation were to be able to celebrate the small moments that mean so much in the lives of the residents in the community where I work. These also include the small things that the team does for each other. The reminders to all of us that not only is there a clinical aspect of care but that the people we care for are in fact people first. I came back to my community and in an all-staff meeting shared the highlights of your presentation with my team and gave them permission to enjoy those small moments that mean so much. I know that my personal practice of calling everyone by name and working to be present when I am speaking with either a resident or a team member is so vital to the success of our team. Thank you for sharing your insight and expertise with us. I look forward to attending future presentations from you.

Chris, we truly appreciated the time and effort you put into creating a presentation that was tailored specifically to our staff for our Patient Experience Recognition Dinner. Your ability to understand our team, align the content with our goals, and deliver it in a way that was engaging and meaningful made a real impact. It was clear that this was not a “one-size-fits-all” presentation, and that made all the difference. Thank you for helping make our event such a success.

Chris was an outstanding speaker and a highlight of our 2025 Patient Experience Recognition Dinner. From start to finish, he exceeded our expectations. He took the time to deeply understand our organization, our culture, and our specific goals, and he thoughtfully personalized his presentation to meet our needs. His message resonated across all roles, making the experience impactful and meaningful for everyone—from our providers and clinical teams to our environmental services staff. Our staff genuinely loved his message and delivery; the presentation was engaging, relatable, and inspiring. Throughout the planning process, Chris was incredibly collaborative, communicative, and flexible, making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. We are fortunate that our paths crossed, and we could not recommend him highly enough.

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. He speaks about his journey through life, how he got into leadership, how he motivates others, what motivates him and what it takes to be successful in today's corporate world. I would highly recommend Chris for any speaking engagement—whether it’s focused on personal motivation, career development, staffing industry insights, how to best leverage technology, professional leadership, and more. He is someone who I personally look up to and just an all-around great person.

I had a chance to attend two of Christopher Sund's sessions at the National Association for Health Care Recruitment (NAHCR) 2025 conference. Chris not only presented a very informative session, but he was very flexible and moved his last presentation up due to unforeseen circumstances. I highly recommend Sund as a speaker for your event! I even wrote an article with some takeaways from Chris' presentation on hiring objections (https://blog.cisive.com/nahcr-2025).

I recently had the pleasure of hearing Chris speak at a healthcare recruiter conference, where his presentation on Handling Hiring Objections in recruitment was both insightful and engaging. He captivated the audience as he broke down the various objections recruiters often face during the hiring process and, more importantly, demonstrated effective strategies for overcoming them. One of the key takeaways from his session was his explanation of the LAARC method: Listen, Acknowledge the Objection, Ask a Question, Respond to the Objection, and Confirm that the objection was handled. His practical approach and clear framework left me feeling more confident and better equipped to handle future hiring challenges.

I’d like to share my thoughts on Chris Sund as a speaker. I have heard him present several times. I think his topics are well researched. His presentation style has a good flow and Chris weaves in many practical tips or real life examples that make the discussion realistic and relatable. I know we would love to have him present again.

Chris consistently brings a wealth of knowledge, insight, and practical advice to every presentation. At our recent NAHCR Conference in Palm Springs, he led two impactful sessions where he not only acknowledged the real challenges we face but also shared valuable tips and strategies to help us better support our hiring managers and candidates.  Chris is also actively involved in our membership committee, contributing thoughtful ideas and strong leadership to enhance the experience we offer our members.  His expertise covers a wide range of topics, especially in leadership development and service excellence.  Chris’s ongoing involvement and support of our association not only reflect his passion for the field but also make him an especially relevant and impactful speaker. His deep understanding of our audience and commitment to the profession elevate the value he brings to every engagement.

I always have take aways to put into action after attending Chris' sessions. Whether adapting to last-minute changes or tailoring content to meet diverse audience needs, Chris consistently delivers with professionalism and humility. What sets Chris apart is his genuine passion for the healthcare industry. It's clear that he cares deeply—not just about sharing knowledge, but about uplifting the entire profession.

Chris Sund presented to various disciplines in our organization and has broadened their knowledge and comprehension further than most other speakers on leadership. He presented himself and his materials in a very professional manner and related very well to our long term care providers and connected very well with the attendees. He has boundless energy and articulates his ideas very clearly. He promotes employee teamwork and leadership as well as strategies for individuals to lead a more enriching and fulfilling life. He was so well received by our providers! Thank you!

This was a fun, engaging and refreshing session at the conference. Thank you Chris for bringing a new perspective on leadership!

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. Beyond that, Chris resonated with the audience to the point I had many attendees come up to me and ask where we got him--a great sign of the impact he had on our audience. I would recommend Chris for any speaking needs as he's versatile, flexible, and professional.

I had the pleasure of hearing Chris speak at an Empower Breakfast for Handling Objections. Having started a brand new role in Business Development recently, the timing was perfect! Chris is a great story teller and shared how he was persistent and determined to get what he wanted in his career. The Lucky Bucket story is comical, but also illustrates how persistence and doing your research can help you win. I found the focus on "the pause" and how we speak, resonated and caused me to pause. "How you talk matters..." This was an interesting highlight - and though, simple enough, powerful. Tone, words and even our body language while listening - all lead us to the next conversation in business development.

"Having Chris Sund as a Sarpy County Empower Breakfast speaker was a breath of fresh air. As a fairly new Area Director of the Sarpy County Empower Breakfast but a long time event planner I was on the lookout for a dynamic featured speaker and was fortunate enough to have Chris Sund come into my life and be my February speaker and talk to us about “Handling Objections In Everyday Life”. Before I heard him I thought, “Hmmm, nice title, I wonder if he’ll deliver any new ideas.” He was amazing! He brought up all the things that make us all a little (or a lot) crazy and gave us new ways of handling objections. Definitely a great start to a day. I would always be happy to recommend Chris."

Chris did an awesome job facilitating the Leadership Exchange. He created a really open, comfortable environment where great conversations just naturally happened. Walked away with fresh perspectives and ideas I’m actually going to use. Highly recommend any opportunity to learn from him!

What stuck out to me was how Chris tied big leadership ideas to the things we actually deal with day to day. He wasn’t afraid to share his own stumbles and what he learned from them, which set the tone for everyone else to be candid too. That vulnerability is rare, and it made the whole session stick.

The session was engaging and thoughtfully led. I appreciated the opportunity to connect with and learn from other young professionals and walk away with practical leadership insights that can be applied in day-to-day work.

Chris Sund’s Leadership Exchange was a great experience. It sparked some new ideas for me and got me thinking differently about leadership. I also really enjoyed the conversations with other local young professionals, super easy to connect and share perspectives. Definitely worth attending.

Chris was a dynamic speaker who delivered highly relatable content in a way that was engaging. I believe everyone walked away with some nugget of value that they could apply right away.

Chris is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hiring challenges. I am excited to use the suggestions Chris provided in my next interview.

It was refreshing to hear from peers and also be in a safe space to debate really relevant topics.

Awesome group motivator and he made talking to others in a group fun.

Time flew by! Was very engaging with great conversations.

Great experience. This can help teams bond!

I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing Chris Sund’s speaking engagements firsthand—and they are truly powerful. His engaging style draws the audience into the conversation, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that encourages learning and reflection. You leave not only inspired but equipped with practical leadership insights you’re eager to implement. Christopher is a thoughtful, intentional leader who fully understands the influence he carries and uses it to positively impact everyone he encounters.

This session was a great example of sharing perspectives and ideas for leadership.

The leadership game workshop allowed me to interact and learn from my peers to better grow as a leader both personally and professionally.

Throughout the presentation, Chris maintained a dynamic and interactive approach, effectively keeping the audience engaged and interested. His ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner was particularly impressive, making the material understandable and relevant to all attendees. At the end of the session, Chris took the time to answer questions from the audience, providing thoughtful and comprehensive responses. This not only showcased his depth of knowledge but also his commitment to ensuring that everyone left with a thorough understanding of the topic. I highly recommend Chris for any future speaking engagements. His professionalism, expertise, and engaging presentation style make him an asset to any event.

This was a good social exercise that helps make the learning fun and easy.

A great workshop that allows you to build on self awareness.

A great session that was compelling, informative, and fun.