Chris Bashinelli helps organizations Step Into their Full Potential – by harnessing the power of challenge, and leveraging the collective strength of our shared humanity. Potential is the space between where we are, and where we can be. Bash’s one of a kind keynotes remind us that we will only realize our potential when we see stop seeing challenge as an obstacle to success, and instead as the very vehicle by which we can achieve it. His message is at once a call to action for each of us personally as it is a reminder of what’s possible when we tap into the collective strength of our shared humanity.
For more than a decade National Geographic Explorer, Chris Bashinelli, better known as “Bash”, has traveled the world discovering moments of connection that reveal our shared humanity. Bash brings attendees on an inspirational journey, coupled with stunning video footage and thought provoking exercises. Pulling from more than a decade of in-depth Mindfulness practice and first hand cross-cultural experiences in more than 40 countries – Bash brings to life the powerful tools he’s learned to help organizations reduce employee burnout, renew inspiration and build stronger teams.
Whether he’s embarking on yet another jaw-dropping adventure for National Geographic, or interviewing his mentor, Dr. Jane Goodall, for PBS – he will leave audiences inspired & empowered, reminding us of our greatest asset – our people.
After studying Anthropology in East Africa at 20 years old, Chris Bashinelli returned home to discover his father had been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The death of Chris’s father inspired him to create Bridge the Gap, a television series featured on PBS and the National Geographic Channel, where he experiences life in someone else’s shoes. Through one of a kind stories of adventure and authentic moments of human connection, Chris truly bridges the gap between self and other, helping us recognize our shared humanity.