Mark Fabian Keynote Speaker

Expert in the philosophy and science of happiness, wellbeing and human flourishing
Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Warwick and Affiliate Fellow at the University of Cambridge
Author of Beyond Happy: How to Rethink Happiness and Find Fulfilment

Mark Fabian's Biography

Mark Fabian is a world leader in the philosophy and science of happiness and wellbeing, especially how public policy can promote human flourishing. He is associate professor of public policy at the University of Warwick, and an affiliate Fellow at Cambridge University’s Bennett School for Public Policy. He is the author of Beyond Happy: How to Rethink Happiness and Find Fulfilment, an Amazon top 5 book in psychology.

Mark is adept at communicating with general audiences, having written for The Scotsman, Irish Times, Daily Express, and Daily Mirror and appearing on numerous podcasts including Behavioural Grooves, Happier at Work, and Accidental Gods. He also hosts ePODstemology, which platforms early career researchers with bold new ideas for tackling the many challenges of the 21st century. He is one of the most popular lecturers at the University of Warwick, with student satisfaction scores consistently above 90%.

Mark’s research is highly impactful. He has advised the OECD and UK and Australian Governments, and worked extensively with charities and other non-governmental organisations including the UK national anti-poverty charity Turn2us. He led the wellbeing module of the 2025 European Social Survey, one of the region’s most important pieces of data infrastructure.

Prior to becoming an academic, Mark was a professional tennis coach and he maintains an active interest in athletics and sports science

Wellbeing and Happiness

Public policy to promote wellbeing and happiness

Meaning and purpose

How to be a values-driven person (or organisation)

Most topics in public policy, especially policy design and evaluation

Coproduction and participatory governance

He helps leaders and policymakers understand what drives human happiness and wellbeing, equipping organisations to create environments where people and communities can truly flourish.
He translates cutting-edge research in psychology, behavioural science and public policy into practical insights, helping audiences rethink success, fulfilment and the foundations of a better society.
He combines academic expertise with real-world policy experience, offering a unique perspective on how wellbeing can shape leadership, organisational performance and public decision-making.
As Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Warwick and author of the bestselling Beyond Happy, he has advised governments, the OECD and leading organisations on wellbeing, happiness and social policy.
His engaging keynotes inspire audiences to rethink happiness, build more fulfilling workplaces and make better decisions that support long-term wellbeing, resilience and human flourishing.