Today we’d like to introduce you to Chip Eichelberger. They and their team shared their story with us below:
Chip graduated from the University of Oregon and began his career as a sales rep for Jantzen Sportswear. After four years and two promotions, he was let go after a company buyout. Serendipity was in play, and he responded to a classified ad and went to work with the world-renowned self-help superstar Tony Robbins for almost 6 years. He was Sales Leader of the Year each year on the road. He hired, trained, and led sales teams around the US and became Robbins’ international point man, planting the flag for Tony in Australia and the UK. With that success, Chip decided to launch his brand and, over the last 30 years, has spoken in every state, every Province of Canada, and eight countries. He has delivered over 1,000+ high energy experiences for notable organizations like Apple, Lennar Homes, Ameriprise, L’Oréal, Hyatt, DOW, GM, Genentech, Mass Mutual, Farm Credit Services, TVA, DOW, Rogers Media, Bank of Montreal, RE/MAX, Hyatt Smoothie King, Freddie Mac, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, The Equitable, Campbell’s Soup, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Great Clips, Lenovo, NADA, NAHB & over 100 associations. He is one of only 7% of the members of the National Speakers Association to earn the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional designation. He was ranked a “Top 5 Speaker” by Speaking.com three years in a row. Chip has created numerous audio, video, and printed products to drive healthy physical and mental habits, including the acclaimed 37 Video Get Switched On Wellness series. You can get that for Free when you book Chip for your next event!
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
After 6 years of prof promoting Tony Robbins, I had a new skill, and the first demo video was excellent. It was a slow build to get it going and build a reputation starting in 1995. Then 9/11 happened and rocked the country, rebuilt and survived until the Global Financial Crises hit in 2008. It was a tough time for everyone, especially the speaking/convention industry. Rebuild again and prosper until COVID hit in 2020 and wiped out any live events. I have been rebuilding again and pivoted to adding a wellness/health/energy focus to my programs because that is ultimately the most important.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Most company and association conventions need more energy, and engagement is a significant factor. I have been called “meeting planner insurance” many times to ensure their event will not suck! When they partner with me to open and close their convention, they can rest easy that the event will be terrific. My branding is to be the energy source for their event. I am proud to have thrived for 31 years in a very fickle industry. I have partnered with my biggest client, Lennar Homes (the largest USA homebuilder), to help launch their Well-Being Max wellness program for the 9800 associates. I created a 37 “snackable content” video series to drive healthy physical – diet – and wellness habits. Their investment was $37,000. I now give that video series for Free to any client who books me for a live or virtual event! I will do my homework to do a unique, interactive, customized live program, and they will get the series to drive behavior every ten days for the years after our event. This program will TURBOCHARGE any size of the company’s wellness program and help begin to control the ever-increasing healthcare spending and huge claims. Currently, the NCOA says 68% of Americans have two or more chronic diseases at age 65. That is a huge problem that is getting worse.
Before we go, can you talk to us about how people can work, collaborate, or support you?
99% of what I do is outside Knoxville! I have lived here for 22 years and have a very affordable “local fee.” I can help almost any size company at their annual meeting, company retreat, or one who knows they are doing enough to help their employees live a high-energy, healthy, disease and medication-free life.
Contact Info:
- Website: GetSwitchedOn.com
- Instagram: officialChipEichelberger
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chipeichelberger/
- Twitter: @chipe
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chipeichelberger
