Chris is a young man who desires to impact the world one person at a time. He is an exceptional husband and father to his family with a strong belief of investing in people. He has dedicated 12 years of his life, with persistent commitment to assuring the success of our young adults. His ability to take an obstacle and turn it into an opportunity has allowed him the chance to enrich the lives of many of our youth today. The passion, love, humor, and charisma that are expressed in his character elevate him to communicate effectively to young adults from all walks of life. His ability to rip perceptions apart and speak to the core issues enables him to be an exceptional cross-cultural communicator.

The experience of being a high school teacher for 3 years and coach for 6 years has given him a true understanding of teens. During his time at Belleville High School (MI), he established hundreds of relationships while gaining the trust of many students. His experience has given him insight on the importance of establishing healthy relationships with our young adults. He believes our teens are not being reached because of false perceptions they hold regarding adults. He strongly feels that many adults wear a mask that only divides and conquers the relationship that our teens need. However, he is convinced that past adult experiences should be shared as educational tools, rather than hidden behind perfect images.

During his time at Eastern Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, he played on the football team. As a college athlete, many pressures and temptations were frequently faced and overcome. The collaboration of his experiences has given him a full understanding of the pressures teens face and how much of an impact today's choices have on their future chances.

A philosophy that Chris shares with youth is to "always make your expectations greater than your temptations". Chris believes that if teens took this approach, they could prevent unwanted pregnancies, avoid sexually-transmitted diseases, and pursue higher education. He also feels that embracing this philosophy would also inspire teens to focus on what they want the most, instead of instant gratification that often jeopardizes their dreams. The in-depth approach he uses forces student audiences to search their hearts and recognize their current conditions while reflecting on their future goals. When Chris speaks to young adults he communicates as if their future depends on it, leaving them empowered with determination and a sense of self-worth