Gezim Gashi Keynote Speaker

  • The first Albanian and Swede to launch a high school institute in the United States, the OCS Institute of Arts and Innovation.
  • Gashi authored the internationally acclaimed book "Unlocked: The Power of You."
  • His marketing company has successfully partnered with major companies like the Walt Disney and Quincy Jones Productions.

Gezim Gashi's Biography

Gezim Gashi is an influential entrepreneur, producer, mentor, keynote speaker, and educator who’s made significant contributions in a diverse range of fields. His multifaceted expertise includes being a branding guru and a key partner at the Institute of Arts & Innovation, Institute of Global Leadership, and Institute of Engineering at Oaks Christian School in Los Angeles, California.

A compelling storyteller and speaker, Gashi frequently delivers keynote speeches at prestigious institutions around the world, including Harvard and Yale Universities. His talks focus on his life’s journey, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and personal branding.

Gashi’s international bestseller, “Unlocked: The Power of You,” has garnered recognition from both Harvard and Yale Universities, and features in well-known media outlets like NBC News and the New York Post. The book encapsulates his inspiring journey from surviving a harrowing childhood in Kosovo to achieving monumental success in the United States.

His personal narrative is a testament to resilience and determination. Born in Akllap, Kosovo, Gashi and his family had to flee from the horrors of genocide to find refuge in Alvesta, Sweden. Gashi later moved to the United States, where he has been instrumental in influencing the educational landscape. He made history as the first Albanian and Swede to launch a high school institute, the OCS Institute of Arts and Innovation.

As a savvy entrepreneur, Gashi’s marketing company has achieved remarkable success, partnering with iconic companies such as the Walt Disney Company and Quincy Jones Productions. Today, he divides his time between New York City and California, continuously striving to inspire others through his work and story.

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Books by Gezim Gashi

Unlocked: The Power of You

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