Jane McGonigal is a futurist, game designer and bestselling author who transforms how organizations navigate uncertainty through the strategic application of game thinking and future forecasting methodologies.
As Director of Game Research and Development at the Institute for the Future, Jane created SuperBetter, an app helping millions overcome health challenges. Her bestselling books "Reality is Broken" and "Imaginable," alongside her popular TED Talks, showcase her ability to translate complex futures thinking into practical strategies.
Jane equips leaders with evidence-based tools grounded in psychology, neuroscience and game design to build organizational resilience and innovation capacity. Her foresight methodologies—which accurately anticipated the COVID-19 pandemic—help teams identify emerging opportunities, prepare for disruption, and develop adaptive strategies in rapidly changing environments.
Audiences leave Jane's presentations with actionable frameworks for scenario planning, practical techniques to foster creative problem-solving, and renewed confidence in their ability to transform uncertainty into strategic advantage.
Book Jane today to future-proof your organization with imagination, resilience and play.
How can I book Jane McGonigal for my next event?
Email jane.mcgonigal@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are speaking agents for Jane McGonigal. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Jane McGonigal's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email jane.mcgonigal@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Jane directly.
What topics does Jane McGonigal specialise in?
Jane McGonigal specialises in discussing futurism, game design, resilience building and more.
What is Jane McGonigal's speaking style like?
Jane delivers insightful and engaging presentations that inspire resilience and innovation. Her unique blend of psychology and game design energises teams, equipping them to navigate challenges with confidence.
Does Jane McGonigal offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Jane McGonigal offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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