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Chad Morton

EXPERT ON:

◉ Customer Experience & Branding
◉ Decision-Making & Emotional Intelligence
◉ Effective Communication
◉ Entrepreneurship & Innovation
◉ Goal Setting & Achievement
◉ Inspirational Life Story
◉ Legacy & Calling
◉ Motivation & Mindset
◉ Overcoming Adversity
◉ Sales & Persuasion

EXPERIENCE:

Entrepreneur & Media Visionary — CEO of SMASH Entertainment, leading an award-winning film and production company shaping the future of storytelling and entertainment.

Author, Speaker & Educator — Former educator turned motivational speaker who inspires audiences on creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurial success.

Real Estate & Business Builder — Co-founder of Maverick Realty and successful Washington D.C.–area agent now expanding into sports and entertainment partnerships with NFL legends.

About Chad Morton

Chad Morton is an author, speaker, educator, event host, entrepreneur & filmmaker. As a graduate of The University of Pittsburgh, he began his professional career as an educator then pivoted into real estate forming Maverick Realty with his wife Darlene and becoming one of the most successful agents in the Washington DC metropolitan area. In 2012 he founded SMASH Entertainment, an award-winning film & production company with a goal of defining the future of entertainment.

As the C.E.O. of SMASH Entertainment, Chad has produced multiple feature films including the award-winning What Death Leaves Behind featured at the Sundance Film Festival, along with multiple shows and podcasts.

Chad is currently expanding SMASH entertainment into the sports world, partnering with former NFL Legends to form a new sports & entertainment agency.

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