Chris Ott
FOUNDER | CREATIVE BLUE
With over two decades of executive experience in strategy, branding, marketing, and agency leadership, Chris has redefined global event experiences, pioneered breakthrough media formats, and built powerful, performance-driven brands across industries.
Chris Ott began his career as an elite cyclist over 30 years ago, competing in hundreds of national and international races. Along the way, he claimed more than 100 victories and podium finishes, including at State and National Championship events, and proudly represented Team USA in six World Championships around the globe. Today, that same relentless drive propels him as a visionary business leader, transforming his commitment to excellence into lasting impact.
Motivated by a passion to help companies thrive with purpose, in 2015 he founded Creative Blue—a full-service marketing agency built on the methodology of Strategic Storytelling. As CEO for the past 10 years, Chris has guided Fortune 500, Early-Phase, and Venture Capital executives through complex strategies and brand transformations, helping them uncover and activate their Core Story to drive scalable growth.
At Creative Blue, Chris inspires a culture of fearless creativity, collaboration, and innovation—bridging strategy and execution in a world rapidly shaped by AI and emerging technologies. His mission: deliver work that is not only bold and creative that drives results, but creates a lasting, positive impact on how we live and connect.
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