Caleb Gardner

Caleb Gardner’s career has been driven by curiosity and focused on change.

With over two decades of experience in digital leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact, he has worked for a variety of organizations in both the public and private sectors, including prestigious firms like Bain & Company and Edelman. During the second Obama Administration, Gardner was the lead digital strategist for President Obama’s political advocacy group, OFA. He brought his unique insights to grow one of the largest digital programs in existence, with a millions-strong email list and massive social media following—including the largest Twitter account in the world.

Now as a cofounder and managing partner of 18 Coffees, a strategy firm working at the intersection of digital innovation, social change, and the future of work, Gardner helps forward-thinking companies and nonprofits adapt and evolve to meet the challenges of today’s economy. He has worked with global clients such as United Way Worldwide, Bose Corporation, and Comcast, demonstrating his extensive capability to lead and innovate across different sectors.

Gardner speaks, trains, and leads workshops around the world on a broad range of topics including transformational leadership, ethical innovation, and effective change management. He is also the author of "No Point B: Rules for Leading Change in the New Hyper-Connected, Radically Conscious Economy," which explores the necessity of continuous adaptation and ethical leadership in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Gardner’s insights have been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, NBC News, WIRED magazine, and The New York Times, establishing him as a thought leader in navigating the complexities of the digital age.