Dr. Arthur C. Brooks is a renowned social scientist, Professor at Harvard University (teaching at both the Kennedy School and Business School), and a New York Times bestselling author who has devoted his life to studying the science of happiness and love. His mission is to blend cutting-edge research with spiritual wisdom to provide practical, actionable advice on how to build a meaningful, satisfying, and fulfilling life.
Brooks’s unique path—from dropping out of college at 19 to become a professional French horn player in Europe to earning his degrees later in life—taught him that success doesn't require following the "right" order. This unorthodox journey, coupled with his tenure as President of the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he focused on public policy, culture, and human flourishing, provides a rare blend of artistic, political, and academic authority.
A 3x NYT bestselling author of books like From Strength to Strength and The Happiness Files, Brooks candidly shares that he is not naturally happy, which is precisely why he knows his learned methods work. He defines a truly happy life by three core components: Satisfaction (wanting what you have), Enjoyment (more than pleasure; involves people and memory), and Meaning (living according to your "why").
As a highly sought-after international keynote speaker, Brooks does not just deliver a talk but channels what the room needs, inspiring deep reflection and breakthrough in audiences ranging from Fortune 500 CEOs to thought leaders. His most requested talks, including How to Get Happier in an Unhappy World and Moving from Strength to Strength, empower attendees with the strategic, personal, and spiritual tools to achieve sustained happiness.
