Mo Gawdat is an author, entrepreneur, and founder of the One Billion Happy movement. Over a 27-year career, he held roles at IBM, NCR, Microsoft, and Google, focusing on tackling complex challenges and driving innovation. He has co-founded more than 20 companies and has advised and mentored numerous startups.

Gawdat is known for developing a framework for happiness following the loss of his son, which he shared in his international bestseller, Solve for Happy. He has also written Scary Smart, That Little Voice in Your Head, Unstressable, and Alive, and hosts the mental health podcast Slo Mo. His recent work explores human potential and artificial intelligence through initiatives such as Emma.love, a platform that helps people build lasting relationships. His career spans technology, entrepreneurship, and personal development, combining practical experience with thought leadership.