Chris Smit | Keynote Speaker on Cross-Cultural Communication & International Business

TEDx Speaker | Podcast Host | Culture Matters

Culture Isn’t Something Chris Learned From a Textbook

Chris Smit has spent decades watching culture play out where it really matters: between people.

From international business and aviation to leadership teams, conference halls, and organizations around the world, he has seen the same pattern repeatedly.

People rarely struggle internationally because they lack intelligence, experience, or good intentions.

They struggle because the unwritten rules they take for granted aren’t shared by everyone else.

Understanding those invisible rules became Chris’s work.

Today, he brings more than 25 years of international experience to the stage, helping audiences recognize cultural differences, laugh at some of their own assumptions—and leave better equipped to work with people who see the world differently.

Below is a short Bio of Chris Smit

Chris Smit is an international keynote speaker, author, and consultant specializing in cultural differences, global leadership, and international business.

For more than 25 years, Chris has helped leaders and organizations understand how culture influences communication, trust, decision-making, negotiation, and performance.

His work has taken him around the world, working with people from more than 100 nationalities and organizations, including Virgin Atlantic, Philips, IBM, Shell, KLM, and many others.

Known for his practical, interactive, and engaging presentation style, Chris turns complex cultural concepts into memorable insights audiences can immediately recognize and apply.

Chris holds a Master’s degree in Organisational Psychology from the University of Amsterdam, is a TEDx speaker, author, and host of the Culture Matters podcast.

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Alternative Bio of Chris Smit

The Global Expert, Chis Smit, has become a role model for many individuals throughout his career. Cultural Diversity and Company Culture can be greatly misunderstood within an industry that is continuously evolving and Chris is looking to spread awareness in these areas to help implement change. When booked as a speaker, Chris focuses on topics such as Intercultural Management, Leadership, Management, and Marketing.

In 1987, Chris attended the University of Amsterdam where he was awarded a master’s degree in Organisational Psychology. This was then followed by him gaining a Business Consultant role at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Dedicated to making a difference, Chris has now become a Managing Partner of Culture Matters. His beliefs not only benefit himself but thousands of people throughout the business world which is why he has been able to build a successful career.

Chris hosted the TEDx Talk ‘Humor and culture in international business in 2014, where he shared his perspective on business culture and the importance of businesses considering it. He is also the author of the two books, ‘How to Overcome Cultural Differences in Business and ‘Uncertainty Avoidance in International Business which have both become very popular. Due to his knowledge in multiple areas, Chris is highly respected and is now looking to share his experiences and speak openly about matters he believes need to change.

Chris Smit has been greatly recognized for his commitment and passion throughout his career. He has played a significant role in spreading awareness throughout the business industry about Cultural Differences and Company Culture and is now respected for the change that he is trying to enforce. Chris’s expertise and knowledge have allowed him to become an inspirational speaker, and when looking for someone to captivate an audience, look no further than Chris.