LIVE UNCOMMON.
LEAD UNSHAKEABLE.
Keynote Speaker • Consultant • Author • Coach
High-performance leadership starts at the cultural core.
Chris Malleo is a former pro athlete, head coach, and culture consultant helping leaders challenge mediocrity, build championship-level teams, and live with bold clarity.
Through high-impact keynotes, strategy consulting, and a transformational mastermind, he helps leaders trade passive leadership for powerful culture.
A True Story That Will Redefine How You Lead
When Chris Malleo hired a man in a wheelchair to join his coaching staff, he didn’t just gain a colleague — he discovered a whole new definition of leadership.
The ChairLeader is a powerful true story of courage, connection, and culture. It’s not just for coaches or CEOs — it’s for anyone who wants to live fully, love boldly, and lead with purpose.
Endorsed By:
Dabo Swinney - 3x National Champion, Clemson Football / Jon Gordon – 17x Bestselling Author of The Energy Bus / Jay Wright – Naismith Hall of Fame Coach, Villanova
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"Chris Malleo lives the kind of leadership that builds championship teams."
“Chris Malleo lives the kind of leadership that builds championship teams and transforms lives. With conviction, courage, and an unshakable commitment to serving others, he leads from the front, doing the hard things, holding the line, and making everyone around him better.”
Dabo Swinney
Head Football Coach Clemson University, 2x National Champion
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“He doesn’t just lead — he sharpens.”
“Chris Malleo is different. He doesn’t just lead — he sharpens. He sees who you are, demands who you could be, and won’t let you settle for anything less. I’ve played at the highest level, and I’ve never been around someone who builds people like he does.”
Sirvocea Dennis
NFL Linebacker, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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"The type of leader who lives what he teaches."
“Chris Malleo is the type of leader who lives what he teaches. His ability to turn mindset into movement - in business, in sports, and in life is unmatched. If you want to elevate your leadership and your impact, start here.”
Jake Herbert
Olympic Wrestler, Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach
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"He doesn’t just talk about leadership, he lives it."
“Chris Malleo is the type of leader we need more of in this world. Driven by purpose, founded in values, and committed to helping others rise. He doesn’t just talk about leadership, he lives it. I’m proud to call him a friend and even prouder to watch the impact he’s making.”
Peter Cancro
Founder and CEO, Jersey Mike’s Subs
WORK WITH CHRIS
Keynotes That Move Cultures
High-impact, story-driven talks that challenge assumptions, shift identity, and spark lasting culture change — perfect for leadership events and team summits.
Consulting to Align Culture + Performance
Strategic consulting for organizations ready to align leadership, rebuild trust, and create high-performance cultures that scale.
The UnCommon Standard Mastermind
A year-long experience for leaders who refuse to settle — bi-weekly calls, in-person events, elite guests, and a private community of high-caliber peers.
Join The Impact Co.
Cut through the noise with proven insights on leadership, culture, and high performance.