Barry Libert

Barry Libert is the founder and chairman of OpenMatters, a strategic advisor, and an investor focusing on organizations that leverage social, mobile, and cloud technologies. With a robust background as a technology investor and board member, Libert has dedicated his career to enhancing corporate strategies through the integration of social skills into managerial and leadership practices.

Over the years, Libert has founded, invested in, and advised companies such as Mzinga, Innocentive, The Pulse Network, and MedNetworks, which collectively manage over 15,000 online communities with nearly 50 million users across more than 350 public and private organizations. His advisory role extends to notable firms including Microsoft, GE Healthcare, SunLife, AT&T, ESPN, and Deloitte, helping them maximize the benefits of social, mobile, and cloud technologies. His insights have proven invaluable to a variety of organizations, from the US Army to Us Against Alzheimer’s, and educational institutions like Babson College.

Barry Libert is a prolific author with five books and 20 e-books, and has co-authored over 1100 articles focused on digital technologies, business models, and leadership. His notable works include "Social Nation: How to Harness the Power of Social Media to Attract Customers, Motivate Employees, and Grow Your Business" and "Barack, Inc.: Winning Business Lessons of the Obama Campaign." A respected voice in the media, Libert has been featured on outlets such as CNN, CNBC, and NPR, and is a seasoned public speaker with over 500 keynote speeches delivered globally. He holds a BA from Tufts University and an MBA from Columbia University, bringing a well-rounded perspective to his professional engagements.