‘a single-handed approach to magic.’

MAGIC - As Chris was born without a right hand, he had to adapt the various techniques used in the art to his abilities. He has spent years mastering the craft and owes an enormous debt of gratitude to those who have come before him. Aside from his father, Chris credits the Maestro René Lavand as his most significant magical influence. He is a Magician Member of and performer at The Academy of Magical Arts (The Magic Castle). His work has been featured on the hit TV show Penn & Teller: Fool Us and in magic’s largest publication Genii Magazine.

SPEAKING - Tech innovator, magician, musician. Chris brings his decades of experience of creating the impossible to inspire and motivate. A natural problem solver, Chris has led teams to build patented computer security technology used throughout the world. As a musician, he created an adaptive guitar pick that allows him to play across genres. And he’s led musical teams to reach their highest potential. He’s consulted for groundbreaking multimedia artists developing sound projects and worked behind the scenes for an Oscar-winning Hollywood producer. In his talk he explores why we are afraid to create our own magic and shares personal insights and new ways of looking at the world to ensure that we can.

LIFE - Chris was born and raised in Elmhurst, Illinois, just outside of Chicago. He currently lives in the Los Angeles area with his lovely wife and two wonderful children.

Close-Up Gallery at the Magic Castle (Hollywood, CA)