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Mohammad Mo Gawdat is a renowned technologist, former Chief Business Officer of Google X—Google’s innovation lab—and the bestselling author of *Solve for Happy*. Mo has dedicated his life to understanding and sharing the science of happiness, inspired by his personal mission, “One Billion Happy,” to help a billion people lead happier lives. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, innovation, and emotional well-being, making him a highly sought-after speaker on the global stage.
With over 30 years in the tech industry, Mo Gawdat’s career includes roles at IBM, NCR, and Microsoft before joining Google in 2007, where he led business expansion across 50+ countries. At Google X, Mo oversaw pioneering projects like Project Loon, aimed at delivering internet access to remote areas worldwide. Following the tragic loss of his son, Ali, Mo founded “One Billion Happy,” committing to spreading happiness principles globally. As an author, he has written several influential books, including *Scary Smart*, on the future of artificial intelligence, and *Unstressable*, a practical guide to managing stress. His podcast, *Slo Mo*, features deep conversations with experts on happiness, purpose, and resilience, reaching a vast international audience.
Mo Gawdat’s talks are thought-provoking and deeply impactful, blending his extensive technical knowledge with insights into human well-being. With an accessible, warm style, Mo engages audiences on topics like happiness, resilience, and AI’s societal impact. Attendees leave with practical tools for personal growth and professional development, inspired by his science-based approach to happiness and his commitment to a better, more compassionate world.
In this talk, Mo discusses the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence, drawing on his bestselling book *Scary Smart*. As an early voice on AI’s potential risks, he shares strategies for a balanced coexistence with technologies that will soon surpass human intelligence. This conference inspires audiences to reflect on AI’s future role in society and how we can prepare for its impact.
Based on his book *Solve for Happy*, Mo reveals his approach to understanding and sustaining happiness, inspired by his own journey after the loss of his son. Mo shares a practical equation for achieving lasting joy, and his message has resonated globally, leaving audiences with a profound and actionable perspective on happiness.
Focused on emotional well-being at work, Mo demonstrates how happiness and resilience principles can transform the workplace. Through concrete examples, this talk offers strategies for fostering a positive organizational culture and reducing stress, informed by his book *Unstressable* and his expert interviews on *Slo Mo*.
If you’re looking for a transformative talk on artificial intelligence, happiness, or resilience, you can book Mo Gawdat through Thinking Heads. As a leading figure in the intersection of technology and well-being, Mo provides expert insights on how innovation and personal growth can harmonize. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.
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