About

Built from the floor up.

Most CHRO stories start in HR. His starts on a receiving dock.

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Chris Courneen is a globally recognized business leader, Global CHRO, board and strategic advisor, and keynote speaker specializing in enterprise transformation, AI-powered workforce strategy, and organizational performance.

As Senior Vice President, Global Head of HR (CHRO) at MS International, Inc. (MSI), he owns enterprise workforce strategy and organizational performance across every region and two manufacturing businesses, turning people strategy into margin, not just morale.

Chris brings more than 20 years of experience across human resources, operations, supply chain, and sales: a business-first, outcomes-driven lens that few HR executives bring to the table.

Recognized, Not Just Titled

Top 50 globally. Top 10 as a team.

Recognized as one of the Top 50 HR Professionals globally, Chris has led teams ranked among the top 10 in the world. He was selected to the SHRM Executive Council, SHRM's strategic advisory board, and is a multi-year recipient of the Distinguished HR Leaders Award, a member of the Forbes Human Resources Council, an advisor for Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces, and a member of the Southern California CHRO Governing Body.

Board & Advisory

Advising where the future of work is decided.

Beyond his enterprise role, Chris advises the institutions and founders shaping how the world will work. He is also sought out directly by CEOs and executive teams for counsel on AI strategy, succession, compensation, and workforce risk.

Advisory Board Member

SHRM Executive Council

A seat on SHRM's strategic advisory board for the 2026–2028 term, alongside CHROs and academics from the world's most influential organizations.

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Founding Advisor

AI & the Future of Work

Founding advisor to an AI startup building agentic systems for the future of work, on board from before its first funding round.

Founding Member

Forge Prep

A founding member of Forge Prep, helping build a next-generation school from the ground up.

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Member

Private Directors Association

An active member advancing governance excellence in private and family-owned companies.

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The Approach

Business acumen. Technology fluency. One lens.

Whether speaking on stage, consulting with C-suites, or leading global transformation initiatives, Chris is focused on building resilient, tech-enabled, high-performing organizations that are ready for what's next.

Experience & Recognition Speaking & Topics