Chris brings over two decades of expertise in human capital strategy, where he operates at the leading edge of innovation in workforce solutions and technology. His career began in recruitment and quickly expanded as he established a program office to support managed staffing, giving him early access to pioneering VMS and MSP technologies. Over the years, Chris has designed and implemented transformative workforce programs, architected VMS tools, and provided advisory support to some of the world’s most recognizable brands.Currently, Chris’s passion for driving ethical innovation and positive industry change is evident through his leadership in several roles. At AI Validation Lab, he helps define standards for ethical and legally compliant AI hiring systems, ensuring organizations can harness the power of AI responsibly. As co-founder of Emberpath, he is building a strategic talent system to empower companies to engage and develop their workforce with greater insight. Through Proof of Concept, Chris leads a think tank and incubator for industry innovators to collaboratively address emerging workforce challenges.Ethics, collaboration, and community-building are at the heart of Chris’s work. He is committed to helping talent professionals navigate the future with integrity, leveraging forward-thinking approaches grounded in best practices. By staying ahead of trends and exploring the hidden potential within workforce configurations, Chris enables organizations to craft impactful, sustainable talent strategies that benefit both companies and their people.