Biography
When you think of martial arts, what comes to mind: visions of fighting, competition and action movies? However, at the core of martial arts training is a deep sense of commitment to personal excellence and one’s true self-expression.
“Chris Natzke’s “Leadership through Black Belt Excellence” is thankfully (at least for most of us) not a karate lesson, but rather a compelling and powerful challenge to a more focused and satisfying life vision. Chris’ charismatic and powerful presentation was without a doubt the best we have experienced in years."
Elizabeth Martin, Metro Brokers, Inc
"Leadership through Black Belt Excellence" represents Chris Natzke's three plus decades of studying martial arts, personal development and leadership. Through his keynote speeches (click here to view Chris’ powerful message), audiences learn that true "Self" defense is not about conquering an outside opponent but rather accessing the Black Belt Champion inside to realize one's full potential and happiness.
Since 1973, Chris has been a dedicated student and teacher of the martial arts, achieving the rank of 7th Degree Black Belt and Master Instructor. In 1999, he was United States National Tae Kwon Do Champion.
After a very successful 10-year sales career with America's top consumer products company, he left corporate America to pursue his dream of owning his own martial arts school. Through the teaching of his "Qualities of Black Belt Excellence", the lives of literally thousands of students, instructors and business owners/leaders have been transformed.
Chris' enthusiastic and engaging style leaves audiences touched, moved and inspired to create the businesses and lives of their dreams.
Make your next event truly exceptional! To learn more about Chris' powerful message, contact him at Chris@ChrisNatzke.com or 720-427-2835.
“He speaks from his heart and soul while being incredibly powerful. Chris is the real thing. Hire him, he is a real gem.”
Stephen McGhee, McGhee Leadership
"Chris Natzke ……. was one of the most inspiring and motivational speakers we have had. His topic of "7 Qualities of Black Belt Excellence" really impressed us with great stories and he spoke of qualities like compassion, vision and persistence that we all could put into practice in our businesses and personal lives."
Randy J. Anderson, President Arapahoe Sales Professionals
"Looking for a superb speaker? Chris Natzke ……..immediately had our attention with his positive, inspiring story, "7 Qualities of Black Belt Excellence".....personable and entertaining; definitely one of the best inspirational speakers we have had in several decades.......He is one of the best!"
Frank T, Sargeant, M.D., Rotary International District Governor, Colorado