Jimmy Chin
Keynote Speaker: Climber, Photographer & Academy-Award Winning Filmmaker Known for "Free Solo" and "Nyad"
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Jimmy Chin Biography
Jimmy Chin is one of a kind. A professional mountain athlete, National Geographic photographer, Academy Award-winning director, and New York Times bestselling author, Chin is celebrated for both his athletic feats and his captivating artistic endeavors.
Born and raised in Minnesota, Chin’s journey began as a “climbing dirtbag” after college when a chance photo of his climbing partner in a sleeping bag sold for $500. This pivotal shot marked the start of his career as one of the world’s foremost mountain photographers and adventure filmmakers.
Chin’s legacy is marked by significant firsts: in 2006, he completed the first successful American ski descent from Mount Everest with Kit and Rob DesLauriers. In 2011, Chin, along with Conrad Anker and Renan Ozturk, achieved the first ascent of the Shark’s Fin on India’s Meru Central. Documented by Chin, this remarkable journey became the award-winning film "Meru," which he co-directed. He next chronicled Alex Honnold’s historic climb of Yosemite’s El Capitan in the documentary "Free Solo," which earned Chin an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2018.
Chin’s accolades are extensive and continually expanding. He has been a member of the North Face Athlete team since 2001. His photography book, "There and Back," became a New York Times bestseller in 2021. He was named GQ’s 2021 Man of the Year, received the 2022 Ken Burns American Heritage Prize, and won the 2024 Navy SEAL Foundation’s Fire in the Gut Award. His commercial work has graced the pages of National Geographic Magazine, New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, Outside Magazine, and more. As a director and producer, his roster includes films such as the Netflix feature "NYAD" and the documentary "The Rescue."
At the heart of Chin’s prolific career is a core theme: passion. He is perpetually in search of the next great photo, impossible peak, or breathtaking vista. Driven by a deep love of and respect for the outdoors and its community, he bridges the gap between storytelling and adventuring.
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With a calm presence and sharp insight, Jimmy invites audiences to rethink leadership, creativity, and the value of stepping into the unknown.
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What topics does Jimmy Chin speak about?
Jimmy Chin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Extreme Sports, Adventure, Climbing, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Athlete, Art & Design, Photography, Television & Film, Commencement, Author, Social Activism, Sports, Motivational, Business, Leadership, Business Leadership and Entrepreneurship.
Where does Jimmy Chin travel from?
Jimmy Chin generally travels from Jackson, WY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Jimmy Chin?
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Jimmy Chin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Extreme Sports, Adventure and Climbing. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Jimmy Chin generally travels from Jackson, WY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Alex Honnold, Conrad Anker and Tommy Caldwell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jimmy Chin for an upcoming event.
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Jimmy Chin Speaking Topics
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Drawing from a life shaped by high-stakes decisions in the mountains, behind the camera, and in business, Jimmy shares what it means to take risks with purpose.
With a calm presence and sharp insight, Jimmy invites audiences to rethink leadership, creativity, and the value of stepping into the unknown.
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Pattern - Jun 20 2022
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Jimmy Chin is a phenomenal speaker. He is authentic, inspirational, and incredibly warm. Our audience was completely captivated by his experiences. He was the highlight of our conference by far.
Strategic Education, Inc. - Apr 27 2019
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How do I book Jimmy Chin to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jimmy Chin 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 Jimmy Chin, 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 Jimmy Chin or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jimmy Chin for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jimmy Chin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jimmy Chin, 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 Jimmy Chin speak about?
Jimmy Chin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Extreme Sports, Adventure, Climbing, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Athlete, Art & Design, Photography, Television & Film, Commencement, Author, Social Activism, Sports, Motivational, Business, Leadership, Business Leadership and Entrepreneurship. -
Where does Jimmy Chin travel from?
Jimmy Chin generally travels from Jackson, WY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jimmy Chin?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jimmy Chin 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 Jimmy Chin 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 Jimmy Chin 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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