Gabe Zichermann

Gabe Zichermann is an entrepreneur, author, public speaker, mentor, and teacher specializing in Gamification and Behavioral Design. He is acknowledged as the world's foremost expert on gamification, having authored three influential books: "Game Based Marketing," "The Gamification Revolution," and "Gamification by Design." His professional journey includes founding and co-founding multiple companies, notably the behavior change software startup Onward, and Dopamine, a design consultancy company. Zichermann's work focuses on employing artificial intelligence and data science to enhance Tech-Life Balance, a concept he deeply advocates.

Throughout his career, Zichermann has founded more than five high-growth startups, each at the cutting-edge of technology such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, directly interfacing with human behavior. His latest project, Failosophy, delves into the reasons behind failures in businesses and industries, offering insights and strategies to turn these failures into powerful lessons for innovation. Zichermann emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture that embraces failure to fuel creativity and progressive thinking.

Currently based in Los Angeles, Zichermann is a dynamic speaker known for his engaging and insightful presentations at various prestigious venues, including TEDx events. His keynotes often tackle subjects like digital wellness, the impact of technology on productivity, and innovative employee engagement strategies using gamification. His talks resonate across global audiences, blending his expertise in behavioral psychology, game theory, and organizational development to tackle contemporary challenges in the workplace and beyond. With a background that spans over 25 years in leading high-velocity tech companies, Zichermann continues to influence and educate on the pivotal role of engagement in technology and business development.