Chris Clews

Chris Clews

Keynote Speaker: '80s Pop Culture Expert & Author, "The Ultimate Series on Essential Work and Life Lessons from '80s Pop Culture"; Film, Stage & Marketing Consultant

Chris Clews Biography

Chris Clews is a speaker, author, film/stage consultant, and '80s pop culture enthusiast.

Growing up in the '80s and with over twenty years of leadership experience in corporate marketing with global brands and ad agencies, Clews knew three things very well – '80s pop culture, business, and this crazy but totally awesome thing we call life. He left his corporate marketing career and combined his areas of expertise with his passion for all things '80s to become a keynote speaker and author. Clews created the popular book series "The Ultimate Series on Essential Work & Life Lessons from ‘80s Pop Culture," which currently has three volumes.

His keynote is titled “Everything I Need to Know (For Life and Work), I Learned from ‘80s Pop Culture”. It’s a fun, informative, unique, interactive, and relatable presentation. With over 160 lessons for life and work from over 40 movies, Clews can customize it to fit your needs or theme and incorporate the ’80s pop culture lessons that align the best with your business, workplace, conference, or event. Clews draws lessons from movies such as "The Breakfast Club," "The Goonies," "Field of Dreams," "Coming To America," "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off," "Die Hard," "Dead Poets Society," "The Princess Bride," "Christmas Vacation," "The Karate Kid," and more.

Clews has spoken to a diverse set of organizations and companies, including VISA, Duke Health, the University of Florida, Penn Medicine, DHL, American Marketing Association, PoolCorp, CMAA (Club Managers Association of America), and more. Clews is super passionate about animal rescue which is a huge part of his life. He donates a portion of the proceeds from his book sales and speaking events to Wonder Paws rescue, the organization that saved his pit-mix, Bodhi, and when traveling for keynotes he always looks for a rescue/shelter in the area where he can volunteer his time.

He lives by the quote from the poet laureate, Ferris Bueller, when he said, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop to look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

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Chris Clews Speaking Topics

Life

Hear how Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) from Trading Places teaches us the difference between confidence and arrogance; See how a high school teacher named John Keating (Robin Williams) in Dead Poets Society, shows us the difference between words and action as well as how to look at things from a different perspective; Learn how each character from The Breakfast Club can teach us about individuality and to just be you; Find out how John McClane (Bruce Willis) in Die Hard teaches us about the best way to face challenges; Hear what an iconic musician that loved the color purple (Prince) taught us about encouragement and leadership through the simple act of a handwritten note; Listen to what Field of Dreams can teach us about embracing your illogical side and so many more!

Leadership

Learn how two greasers - Johnny Cade and Ponyboy from The Outsiders - teach us about the importance of keeping our moral and ethical leadership compass intact; See how Prince Akeem from Coming To America can teach us the difference between earned and unearned leadership; Learn the distinct difference between those that rule and those that lead through the actions of the musical and pop culture icon, Prince; see how Axel Foley from Beverly Hills Cop taught us the importance of protecting your team; and many more leadership lessons

Workplace Culture

Learn how Jeff Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High taught us two very valuable lessons for the culture in our workplace: (1) That it is ok to say “I don’t know”; and (2) How to avoid the “bogus” tag for your workplace culture; See how we can turn the old adage of work-life balance for ourselves into a righteous and selfless act - a la Ferris Bueller; Find out what Mr. Miyagi from The Karate Kid taught us about how to manage our stress in the workplace; Learn what the Ghostbusters taught us about embracing risk; See how E.T. taught us about social responsibility; and many more workplace culture lessons.

Marketing, Communications and Sales

See how lovable knucklehead, Clark Griswold in Christmas Vacation, teaches us the importance of knowing your audience; Learn how Inigo Montoya from The Princess Bride taught us about message and brand consistency; Find out how Del Griffith from Planes, Trains and Automobiles taught us that every great company needs a great salesperson; See how Lloyd Dobler from Say Anything shows us how to create a unique and memorable brand; and more marketing, sales and communications lessons.

Inclusion

How two characters from The Goonies (Chunk and Sloth) teach us the importance of inclusion in the workplace; See how The Frog Brothers from The Lost Boys teach us that problem solvers don’t come in a one size fits all package; Learn how a goofy greenskeeper from Caddyshack taught us the importance of expanding our workplace circle of trust; Find out how five kids stuck in Saturday detention in The Breakfast Club taught us how to appreciate, embrace and value each other’s differences; and more workplace inclusion lessons.

Chris Clews Videos

Chris Clews Speaker Reel 2025
80's Pop Culture Author Talks Lessons from the Decade
Prince, A Handwritten Note and Lessons for Leadership - PoolCorp Keynote

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How much does it cost to book Chris Clews for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Chris Clews, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Clews are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Clews, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Chris Clews speak about?

Chris Clews is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Business Leadership, Marketing, Author, Animals & Wildlife, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Stress Management, Mental Health, Communication, Sales, Diversity & Inclusion and College.

Where does Chris Clews travel from?

Chris Clews generally travels from Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Chris Clews?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Clews for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Clews for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Clews or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Chris Clews is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Leadership, Business Leadership and Marketing. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Clews for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Chris Clews generally travels from Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kelly McDonald, Seth Mattison and Tim Sanders. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Clews for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/02/2026.

Chris Clews Speaking Topics

  • Life

    Hear how Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) from Trading Places teaches us the difference between confidence and arrogance; See how a high school teacher named John Keating (Robin Williams) in Dead Poets Society, shows us the difference between words and action as well as how to look at things from a different perspective; Learn how each character from The Breakfast Club can teach us about individuality and to just be you; Find out how John McClane (Bruce Willis) in Die Hard teaches us about the best way to face challenges; Hear what an iconic musician that loved the color purple (Prince) taught us about encouragement and leadership through the simple act of a handwritten note; Listen to what Field of Dreams can teach us about embracing your illogical side and so many more!

  • Leadership

    Learn how two greasers - Johnny Cade and Ponyboy from The Outsiders - teach us about the importance of keeping our moral and ethical leadership compass intact; See how Prince Akeem from Coming To America can teach us the difference between earned and unearned leadership; Learn the distinct difference between those that rule and those that lead through the actions of the musical and pop culture icon, Prince; see how Axel Foley from Beverly Hills Cop taught us the importance of protecting your team; and many more leadership lessons

  • Workplace Culture

    Learn how Jeff Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High taught us two very valuable lessons for the culture in our workplace: (1) That it is ok to say “I don’t know”; and (2) How to avoid the “bogus” tag for your workplace culture; See how we can turn the old adage of work-life balance for ourselves into a righteous and selfless act - a la Ferris Bueller; Find out what Mr. Miyagi from The Karate Kid taught us about how to manage our stress in the workplace; Learn what the Ghostbusters taught us about embracing risk; See how E.T. taught us about social responsibility; and many more workplace culture lessons.

  • Marketing, Communications and Sales

    See how lovable knucklehead, Clark Griswold in Christmas Vacation, teaches us the importance of knowing your audience; Learn how Inigo Montoya from The Princess Bride taught us about message and brand consistency; Find out how Del Griffith from Planes, Trains and Automobiles taught us that every great company needs a great salesperson; See how Lloyd Dobler from Say Anything shows us how to create a unique and memorable brand; and more marketing, sales and communications lessons.

  • Inclusion

    How two characters from The Goonies (Chunk and Sloth) teach us the importance of inclusion in the workplace; See how The Frog Brothers from The Lost Boys teach us that problem solvers don’t come in a one size fits all package; Learn how a goofy greenskeeper from Caddyshack taught us the importance of expanding our workplace circle of trust; Find out how five kids stuck in Saturday detention in The Breakfast Club taught us how to appreciate, embrace and value each other’s differences; and more workplace inclusion lessons.

Chris Clews Videos

Chris Clews Speaker Reel 2025
80's Pop Culture Author Talks Lessons from the Decade
Prince, A Handwritten Note and Lessons for Leadership - PoolCorp Keynote
Coming To America, Price Akeem and Humble Leadership
  • How do I book Chris Clews to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Clews for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Clews, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Clews or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chris Clews for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chris Clews, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Clews are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Clews, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chris Clews speak about?

    Chris Clews is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Business Leadership, Marketing, Author, Animals & Wildlife, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Stress Management, Mental Health, Communication, Sales, Diversity & Inclusion and College.
  • Where does Chris Clews travel from?

    Chris Clews generally travels from Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chris Clews?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Clews for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Clews for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Clews or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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