Chris Jarvis

Founder of Giraffe University, Bestselling Author of Giraffe MONEY, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Jack Canfield Companies

Chris Jarvis is an Entrepreneurial Strategist, Inspirational Speaker, and Bestselling Author at ChrisJarvis.me.1 He is also known as a "Financial Fixer" who helps entrepreneurs increase their societal impact, family legacies, and personal quality of life.4

Background and Expertise::

Chris Jarvis has a diverse background in actuarial science, marketing, finance, and strategic planning.1
His industry expertise spans insurance, healthcare, and personal finance.1
He is an applied mathematician, actuarial analyst, and micro-economic strategist.1

Experience::

Entrepreneurial Strategist, Inspirational Speaker, Bestselling Author Since September 1998, Chris has been working with executives, agents, and companies, offering his unique perspective and expertise.1
Board of Advisors He has been on the Board of Advisors for the IC2 Institute since October 2019.1
Dean's Advisory Council Chris has been a member of the Dean's Advisory Council at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine since September 2017, where he helps address health, education, and socioeconomic challenges in South Carolina.1
VP of Strategic Partnerships Since December 2019, Chris has been the VP of Strategic Partnerships at Jack Canfield Companies.1
Member Of The Board Of Advisors Chris has been a Board Member of the National Coalition for Safe Schools since June 2020.1
Financial Book Author Since June 1997, Chris has been helping Americans grow, manage, and transfer wealth.1
Lead for Regional Impact Councils of IMPACT2030 (ProBono) Since April 2011, Chris has been the Lead for Regional Impact Councils of IMPACT2030, a global initiative for corporate volunteering in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships.5

Key Skills and Attributes::

Chris is known for his ability to "see differently" and provide unique solutions to complicated challenges.1 2
He is a disruptor, visionary, and listener.1
Chris helps people "get unstuck, uncaged, and be free to Go Wild".2

Authored Works and Talks::

Chris Jarvis is the bestselling author of "Giraffe MONEY".1
He has authored 16-17 books.3 6
His TEDx Talk in 2022, "Surviving Ain't Thriving – Break Free From The Herd," has garnered nearly 5 million views.6

Education::

MBA in entrepreneurial studies and finance from The Anderson School at UCLA.4
B.S. in applied mathematics from the Honors Program at the University of Rhode Island.4

Chris Jarvis' LinkedIn username is chrisjarvis.1