Chris Christie

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  • Former Governor of New Jersey
  • Former U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey
  • Managing Partner, Christie 55 Solutions
  • Appointed Chairman, President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis

55th New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is a high-profile figure in U.S. politics. He spent his two terms in office emphasizing the issues of fiscal responsibility, pension, health benefit reform, education reform, and the opioid crisis gripping his state and the nation. He also devised the state’s groundbreaking response to super-storm Sandy, leading the rebuilding of the state’s housing, infrastructure, and public schools, setting a bipartisan example for storm recovery. Gov. Christie is currently a Senior Legal and Political Commentator for ABC News and the Managing Member of the Christie Law Firm and Christie 55 Solutions, LLC. Previously, he served as Chairman of the Trump Presidential Transition Committee. He is the author of The New York Times bestseller Let Me Finish, detailing his life and career in New Jersey and as a candidate for President. In his book What Would Reagen Do?, Gov. Christie reflects on the past, present, and future of U.S. leadership. Lauded for his trademark charisma and candor, Gov. Christie provides an in-depth understanding of what is happening in the nation’s capital and what it means for your industry, organization, and employees.

Gov. Christie highlights achievable solutions and unrelenting leadership which will help move us forward and help solve the most pressing issues in Washington. Governor Christie currently serves on the Board of Directors of the New York Mets, appointed by owner Steve Cohen, Pacira Pharmaceuticals, and Saker Holdings. His insights have been sought by hosts such as Concordia, Motorola Solutions, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute, and more.

 



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Past Hosts Include:
  • Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute
  • M. Shanken Communications
  • Motorola Solutions
  • Alston & Bird, LLP
  • Concordia
Rave Reviews About Chris Christie as a Speaker
We simply loved Chris—he crushed it. Clients thoroughly enjoyed his candor & perspective just like we hoped.

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A Fireside Chat with Chris Christie

55th New Jersey Governor and former federal prosecutor CHRIS CHRISTIE reflects on his transformative leadership of New Jersey. He transformed a state on the brink of financial ruin by balancing the budget, cutting the unemployment rate in half, reforming the criminal justice system, and combating th ...

55th New Jersey Governor and former federal prosecutor CHRIS CHRISTIE reflects on his transformative leadership of New Jersey. He transformed a state on the brink of financial ruin by balancing the budget, cutting the unemployment rate in half, reforming the criminal justice system, and combating the opioid epidemic. With his trademark charisma and candor, Gov. Christie shares stories from his time in office.

Author Talk: ‘What Would Reagan Do?’

55th New Jersey Governor and former federal prosecutor CHRIS CHRISTIE shares his perspectives on leadership by drawing on the American history detailed in his book What Would Reagen Do? Life Lessons from the Last Great President. Discussing the clarity of vision and subtle human relations skills tha ...

55th New Jersey Governor and former federal prosecutor CHRIS CHRISTIE shares his perspectives on leadership by drawing on the American history detailed in his book What Would Reagen Do? Life Lessons from the Last Great President. Discussing the clarity of vision and subtle human relations skills that Reagan brought to the negotiating table and into the political realm, Gov. Christie reflects on what makes a great leader.

Book buys and signings available upon request to complement any Gov. Christie event.

Political Point, Counterpoint with Chris Christie

55th New Jersey Governor CHRIS CHRISTIE often sits down with leading Democratic figures (including David Axelrod, Paul Begala, Donna Brazile, James Carville, Robert Gibbs, Jim Messina, and others) to discuss America’s political scene and major issues. Gov. Christie’s bipartisan conversations show po ...

55th New Jersey Governor CHRIS CHRISTIE often sits down with leading Democratic figures (including David Axelrod, Paul Begala, Donna Brazile, James Carville, Robert Gibbs, Jim Messina, and others) to discuss America’s political scene and major issues. Gov. Christie’s bipartisan conversations show political differences can be discussed with mutual respect and without acrimony.

Enduring Leadership

Former Governor and U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey CHRIS CHRISTIE reflects on the makings of a great leader today. Sharing his observations from the 2016 presidential race as well as his time as a local and national leader, Gov. Christie elucidates the traits effective for leadership i ...

Former Governor and U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey CHRIS CHRISTIE reflects on the makings of a great leader today. Sharing his observations from the 2016 presidential race as well as his time as a local and national leader, Gov. Christie elucidates the traits effective for leadership in any context.

Key Issues Facing Our Nation

From economic growth and job creation to healthcare reform and disaster relief, former New Jersey Governor CHRIS CHRISTIE provides a comprehensive analysis of the key issues facing our nation. Through the lens of a leader at the state and national level, Gov. Christie shows audiences that achievable ...

From economic growth and job creation to healthcare reform and disaster relief, former New Jersey Governor CHRIS CHRISTIE provides a comprehensive analysis of the key issues facing our nation. Through the lens of a leader at the state and national level, Gov. Christie shows audiences that achievable solutions and unrelenting leadership will help us move forward and solve the most pressing issues in Washington. Gov. Christie provides an in-depth understanding of what is happening in the nation’s capital and what it means for your industry, organization, and employees.

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<p><strong>Gov. Chris Christie’s book, ‘What Would Reagan Do?’ reflects on political leadership</strong></p>

Gov. Chris Christie’s book, ‘What Would Reagan Do?’ reflects on political leadership

Former New Jersey Governor and New York Times bestselling author CHRIS CHRISTIE takes a fresh look at President Ronald Reagan’s character-driven political instincts and deeply impactful relationships across party lines in What Would Regan Do?: Life Lessons from the Last Great President. Looking to the past for compelling insights for our current national dysfunction, Gov. Christie spells out lessons from Reagan’s journey, which he ties to the national challenges of today. Gov. Christie illuminates the clarity of vision and subtle human relations skills required for the effectiveness that Reagan brought to the negotiating table and into the political realm.

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<p><strong>GOP leader Gov. Chris Christie receives rave reviews for his live events </strong></p>

GOP leader Gov. Chris Christie receives rave reviews for his live events

Former New Jersey Governor CHRIS CHRISTIE receives rave reviews for all his events, brings to life the current political landscape and key issues facing our nation. A current senior legal and political commentator for ABC News, the managing member of the Christie Law Firm and Christie 55 Solutions, LLC, and a former presidential candidate, Christie knows the ins-and-outs of the political system in Washington. Here are a few of his rave reviews:

  • Alston & Bird, LLP: “We simply loved Chris—he crushed it. Clients thoroughly enjoyed his candor & perspective just like we hoped.”
  • Motorola Solutions: “It was a grand slam! By FAR, Governor Christie was the favorite speaker at our meeting. Unanimously people were all blown away and loved his talk, candor and perspective.”
  • Shanken Communications: “He was an excellent speaker. Both informative and entertaining.”

Watch Chris Christie in conversation on political collaboration >>

Watch Chris Christie in conversation with The Washington Post >>

<p><strong>Event Success Story: Chris Christie's insightful presentation for the American Council of Engineering Companies</strong></p>

Event Success Story: Chris Christie's insightful presentation for the American Council of Engineering Companies

Former New Jersey Governor CHRIS CHRISTIE impressed audiences with his insightful keynote speech at Annual Convention and Legislative Summit of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). Gov. Christie showcased his unique blend of humor, American history, and political expertise, sharing his impressions on where our nation is headed after the turmoil of the last decade. The ACEC described his talk as “a lively and insightful presentation on the state of American politics before an audience of ACEC Convention attendees.”

Watch Chris Christie in conversation at The Atlantic Festival >>

Watch Chris Christie in conversation with the U. Chicago Institute of Politics >>

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Biography

Chris Christie was inaugurated as the 55th Governor of the State of New Jersey on January 19, 2010. He was re-elected with 60% of the vote in November of 2013 and served two terms as Governor.

He was a Republican candidate for President in both 2016 and 2024.

Governor Christie was elected Chairman of the Republican Governors Association in 2014, leading the organization to the election of 31 Republican Governors.

In 2017, President Donald J. Trump appointed Governor Christie as Chairman of the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis. The Commission issued a final report on November 1, 2017.

As Governor, he was the lead plaintiff in challenging the federal prohibition on sports gambling. His six-year fight concluded with a win before the U.S. Supreme Court in May of 2018.

Prior to his service as Governor, he was nominated by President George W. Bush and he served as the United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey from January 2002 to December 2008.

In 2019, he authored The New York Times bestseller, Let Me Finish, about his life and his candidacy for President. In 2021, he authored Republican Rescue, dealing with his prescription for the future of the national GOP. In February, 2024 he will release his third book,What Would Reagen Do?, about Reagan’s leadership.

He is the Managing Member of the Christie Law Firm and Christie 55 Solutions, LLC in Morristown, NJ.

Governor Christie also serves on the Board of Directors of the New York Mets, appointed by owner Steve Cohen, Pacira Pharmaceuticals in Parsippany, NJ, and Saker Holdings in Middletown, NJ.

Governor Christie married his wife Mary Pat in 1986. They have four children: Andrew, Sarah Anne, Patrick and Bridget. They currently reside in Mendham and Bay Head, New Jersey.