Former College Football Player, Author & Disability Advocate; Founder of The Chris Norton Foundation; Subject of "7 Yards"

Palm Beach, FL, USA

Chris Norton Biography

In today's unpredictable world, what if the changes you fear could become your greatest source of strength and innovation?

Chris Norton's journey embodies this transformative power. In 2010, a severe spinal cord injury left Norton with a 3% chance of ever moving below the neck. Defying odds, he walked at his college graduation and wedding, inspiring over 400 million people worldwide.

Norton challenges the notion that change is merely to be endured. Drawing from his remarkable path, he reveals how change can be our greatest teacher and opportunity for growth. Norton shares compelling stories and practical strategies that empower audiences to reframe challenges, foster radical responsibility, and build resilient teams unafraid to ask for help. His story, featured on major networks and in the award-winning documentary “7 Yards,” showcases the impact of embracing change.

With his wife Emily, Norton has fostered over 23 children and adopted 5, embodying adaptability and positive change. Audiences will learn to grow strong through change by transforming perceived threats into competitive advantages. Join Norton to discover how life’s biggest disruptions can become your greatest opportunities, leaving inspired and equipped to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/01/2025.

Chris Norton Speaking Topics

  • Stronger Through Change: Transforming Disruption into Opportunity

    In today's fast-paced, unpredictable world, leaders and teams often feel overwhelmed by constant change. What if the changes you fear could become your greatest source of strength and innovation?

    Chris Norton's journey embodies this transformative power. In 2010, a severe spinal cord injury left Chris with a 3% chance of ever moving below the neck. Defying odds, he walked at his college graduation and wedding, inspiring over 400 million people worldwide.

    In this powerful keynote, Chris challenges the notion that change is merely to be endured. Drawing from his remarkable path, he reveals how change can be our greatest teacher and opportunity for growth. Chris shares compelling stories and practical strategies that empower audiences to reframe challenges, foster radical responsibility, and build resilient teams unafraid to ask for help.

    His story, featured on major networks and in the award-winning documentary '7 Yards', showcases the impact of embracing change. With his wife Emily, Chris has fostered over 23 children and adopted 5, embodying adaptability and positive change.

    Audiences will learn to grow Stronger Through Change by transforming perceived threats into competitive advantages. Join Chris to discover how life's biggest disruptions can become your greatest opportunities, leaving inspired and equipped to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Chris Norton Videos

Chris Norton Speaking Reel

Chris Norton Speaking Reel

Who is Chris Norton? After suffering a severe, life threatening, neck injury during a college football game, Chris' doctors told him he had a 3%...

God’s Not Done With You - Full Service by Chris Norton

God’s Not Done With You - Full Service by Chris Norton

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Chris Norton - "Good Morning America"

Chris Norton - "Good Morning America"

Chris and Emily Norton open up about how viral fame changed their lives after Chris walked when he was told he would never walk again.

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  • What topics does Chris Norton speak about?

    Chris Norton is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Author, Christian, Disability, Football, Health & Wellness, Inspirational, Motivational, Non-Profit, Overcoming Adversity
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Chris Norton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Stronger Through Change: Transforming Disruption into Opportunity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Norton for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Chris Norton generally travels from Palm Beach, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jonathan Mooney, Darren Edwards, Jake Olson, Brad Snyder and Blake Leeper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Norton for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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