From cockpits to keynotes, Chris Wilson helps leaders turn change into momentum with real-world tools drawn from 14 years in high-stakes aviation.

As a former commercial helicopter pilot and aircraft maintenance engineer, Chris is no stranger to pressure, making fast decisions in remote, high-risk environments where the margin for error is zero.

Today, he brings that same calm-under-fire mindset to leadership development. As a keynote speaker, founder, and two-time bestselling author, Chris blends cockpit decision-making with grounded leadership insights, helping teams and organizations navigate uncertainty and perform under pressure.

Chris has been trusted by globally recognized organizations, including TED, UC Berkeley, the University of British Columbia, the Project Management Institute, the YMCA, and Junior Achievement. His TED talk reached one of the largest live audiences in Canada, and he’s delivered keynotes across Canada and the U.S.A., with his content reaching people worldwide.

At the core of his message is Dare to Fly—a simple, powerful framework for leading through complexity. Whether in the air or the office, Chris equips people to set the course, take the controls, and navigate forward, building momentum when it matters most.