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Charlotte, NC · DMV Roots · Nationally Deployed

Chris P.
Giles.

I help bold brands and creators get seen, heard, and remembered — through high-impact content, events, and strategy.

Entrepreneur Strategist Builder Founder · Black Thai Media
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For Corporate & Events

You've got a show to run.

Full-service technical production for conferences, concerts, faith events, and brand experiences. AV, staging, show calling, streaming — coast to coast.

Plan your event →
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For Creators & Brands

You've got a message to amplify.

Podcast launches, content strategy, livestreaming, and brand building for entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and creators ready to go LOUD.

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About Chris

20+ Years.
Zero Excuses.

20+
Years Experience
1K+
Shows Executed
7+
Media Brands
100%
All the Way LOUD
Chris P. Giles

Chris P. Giles is a creative entrepreneur, live event specialist, and founder of Black Thai Media — a hybrid production agency built for bold brands, visionary creators, and unforgettable moments.

Born in the DMV and now based in Charlotte, Chris got his start over 20 years ago running sound in churches and DJing everything from weddings to warehouse parties. What began with speakers and sermons turned into a coast-to-coast career producing concerts, corporate events, fashion shows, and full-scale brand experiences.

When 2020 hit, Chris pivoted fast — bringing his production chops into the digital space. Today he's a livestreaming creator and content strategist on Amazon Live and YouTube, helping brands and businesses launch with less confusion and more confidence.

Chris at the production desk
The Journey

20 Years.
One Direction.

Early 2000s

Church Sound & The DJ Days

Started running sound in DMV-area churches while DJing everything from weddings to warehouse parties. Built an ear, built a reputation, and never looked back.

2005 – 2015

Coast-to-Coast Production

Grew from local gigs to full-scale national event production. Concerts, corporate experiences, fashion shows, and faith events with clients from DC to Las Vegas.

2016 – 2019

Black Thai Media Founded

Launched Black Thai Media to bring creative content, event execution, and strategy under one roof. Built a team and a reputation for delivering with clarity, culture, and volume.

2020

The Pivot

When live events stopped, Chris moved fast. Took 20 years of production expertise into the digital space — livestreaming, content strategy, and helping brands survive the shift.

2021 – 2023

Creator Economy & Livestreaming

Built a presence on Amazon Live and YouTube as a creator and consultant. Helped entrepreneurs, brands, and new streamers launch with less confusion and more confidence.

2024 – Now

Black Thai X — The Ecosystem

Expanded into a full holding company. Black Thai X now governs Media, Digital, Commerce, and Labs — an interconnected ecosystem built to help messages move from idea to execution to scale.

The Ecosystem

Seven Brands.
One Vision.

Every brand in the Black Thai ecosystem serves a specific audience with a specific message. Chris is the founder and strategic force behind all of them.

Authority Layer
Mstrmnd Life
The flagship personal brand — operator thinking, leadership, and perspective for entrepreneurs and creators.
Thought Leadership
Mastermind Thinks
Long-form podcast exploring strategy, culture, and building brands that matter.
Short Form
Mastermind Minutes
Short and long-form content delivering sharp, actionable insights in minutes.
Lifestyle
The Union Lab
Real conversations about relationships, family, and the things that matter beyond business.
Business + Life
Off The Clock
Operator perspectives on business, life balance, and building on your own terms.
Culture
Vice WKND
Culture, lifestyle, and the moments that define who we are when the work stops.
Collectibles · Discovery
Mstrmnd Finds
Media-first collectibles and culture discovery brand. Audience before monetization.
The Parent Company
Black Thai X
The holding company governing vision, IP, and long-term strategy across all brands and divisions.
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Chris P. Giles livestreaming
● Live
Amazon
Live Creator
YouTube
Content Creator
TikTok
@mstrmndlife
Instagram
@mstrmndlife
Creator Economy

Helping Creators Go Live with Confidence

When 2020 shut down live events, Chris didn't wait — he went live. Now he helps entrepreneurs, brands, and new streamers launch their content presence without the confusion. Less setup stress. More momentum.

Amazon Live YouTube TikTok Instagram Podcasting
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The Podcast

Mastermind
Thinks

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Mastermind Thinks

Strategy. Culture. Building brands that matter. Hosted by Chris P. Giles.

Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Amazon Music All Platforms
Who We've Run Shows For

Companies & Orgs
We've Worked With

J St Productions
Lanham, MD
PRG
Washington, DC
Lifepoint Church
Fredericksburg, VA
Elevation Church
Charlotte, NC
Mosaic Church
Elkridge, MD
TSE Live
Las Vegas, NV
LEMG
Charlotte, NC
Union Church (i5Church)
Glen Burnie, MD
AV Leads
Washington, DC
SBMG
Charlotte, NC
PEAK Grantmaking
Washington, DC
Freeman
Dallas, TX
FFGF
Fredericksburg, VA
MLM Consulting
Atlanta, GA
Markey's
Indianapolis, IN
Springfield BC
Atlanta, GA
The Work

Show Reel

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Live production — mixing board stage lights
Live Production
DiGiCo live show
Live Production
Stage show
Events
Purple venue event
Events
With Gary Vee at SXSW
Connections
Amazon Influencer Day Panel
Speaking · Panel
How I Help

Four Ways to
Work Together

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Fractional CMO & Brand Strategy

Marketing leadership and creative direction without the full-time cost. Build the systems, campaigns, and positioning to scale your brand and impact.

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Live Event & Experience Production

Full-service technical production for events that need to hit hard — AV, staging, show calling, streaming. Coast to coast.

03
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Podcast & Creator Launch Consulting

Helping entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and creators get their voice out through high-quality, strategy-backed podcasting and video content.

04

AI-Powered Marketing Systems

Smart automation meets creative execution. From SEO bots to chat funnels and video automation — systems that run while you sleep.

Speaking

On Stage &
On Screen

Chris P. Giles on the VidFest Amazon Influencer Day panel

Real talk from the trenches

From Amazon Influencer Day at VidFest Expo to Podfest Master Class, Agency Summit masterclasses, and Grow with Google Digital Coaches — Chris brings real experience on content strategy, creator economy, event production, and building brands that last.

VidFest Expo 2022 Podfest Master Class 2021 Agency Summit · Agorapulse Grow with Google Amazon Influencer Day Bootstrapping Your Way to Success
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VidFest Expo 2022 Speaker — Chris P. Giles
VidFest Expo · 2022
Podfest Master Class 2021 Speaker
Podfest Master Class · 2021
Agency Summit — Turn 1 Video Into 50
Agency Summit · Agorapulse
Grow with Google Digital Coaches
Grow with Google · 2021
Let's Connect

Let's Work
Together.

Whether you're building an event, launching a brand, or just need a strategist who's actually been in the room — let's talk.

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