How Bob Christie turned a lens on the event industry—and never looked away.
From Film to Fast Turnaround: The Origin of a Legacy
In 1981, before digital photography became the standard, Bob Christie launched what would grow into one of the most respected names in corporate event photography: Christie’s Photographic Solutions.
Starting with a single camera and a bold idea, Bob saw an opportunity. The meetings and conventions industry wasn’t just growing—it was evolving. And it needed a visual partner that could grow with it.
By 1986, Bob focused the company solely on photographing corporate events. He never looked back.
A Business Built on People—and the Details That Matter
For more than 40 years, Bob has followed these guiding principles: show up professionally, deliver with consistency, and always take care of your people.
“Take care of your people—both your customers and your employees. That’s what builds a business that lasts.”
— Bob Christie, Founder & President
Today, Christie’s Photographic Solutions photographs more than 6,500 events each year. Most of these are delivered on deadline—often for publication, social media, or internal communications. From VIP meetings to multi-day conferences, every event is handled with precision and care.
A Culture of Consistency
As the company has grown, Bob’s influence remains present in every detail.
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Professionalism: Every team member is polished, prepared, and aligned with the tone of your event. From attire to attitude, we show up as an extension of your brand.
Responsiveness: We understand that content has a shelf life. That’s why our team delivers edited event photography with speed, accuracy, and care.
Loyalty: Many of our team members have been with Christie’s Photographic Solutions for 10, 15, even 20+ years. That depth of experience creates unmatched consistency and an intuitive understanding of what planners need most.
While others chase trends, Bob built a brand focused on trust, performance, and people.
More Than a Founder: A Man Who Moves Fast—And Thinks Long-Term
When he’s not guiding multi-city logistics or mentoring his team, Bob divides his time between two places he and his wife Lisa call home. In Crystal River, Florida, their riverside retreat offers peaceful mornings—and the occasional manatee sighting drifting by in the early months of the year. In Fort Collins, Colorado, they enjoy the open landscapes and fresh mountain air with their dog, Hobbs, often visiting neighboring horses and taking in the quiet charm of the Rockies.
He also has a passion for speed. Bob spent more than a decade racing professionally in offshore powerboat competitions, eventually winning a world championship title in 2006. These days, he races on the road instead—a bit safer, he says, but just as exciting.
That drive—both on the track and in business—has shaped the Christie’s Photographic Solutions culture.
Lessons in Leadership, Longevity, and Legacy
Bob credits his stepfather for teaching him perseverance. That lesson became the foundation for how he leads and builds the business today.
“It’s not just about taking a great photo. It’s about doing the hard work every day. It’s about showing up, staying flexible, and being there for the client—no matter what.”
From film to digital, from slide decks to real-time social galleries, the tools may have changed—but the values haven’t.
The Vision Continues—And Sets the Standard
Today, Christie’s Photographic Solutions is the trusted photography partner for Fortune 500 companies, global associations, and leading hospitality brands nationwide.
While our national reach has expanded, our approach remains deeply personal. Every interaction reflects the values Bob Christie established over four decades ago: consistency, care, and credibility.
As the meetings and events industry continues to evolve, so does our commitment—to excellence, to partnership, and to the planners who count on us.
Because after all these years, we’re still not just showing up with cameras. We’re showing up with purpose.
