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Jason Averbook is a global thought leader, keynote speaker, author and future of work visionary on human resources, the digital experience and workforce technology. Currently a senior partner and the Global HR Transformation Leader at Mercer, Jason has spent three decades advising executives, HR and people functions, and technology solution providers. He also drives Mercer’s global Generative AI strategy and services, spearheading innovative solutions across the HR technology landscape.  

From January 2018 to March 2023, Jason was co-founder and CEO of Leapgen, a digital transformation company helping organizations shape their future workplaces. Through Mercer and Leapgen’s partnership, he has expanded resources and reach, bringing more value to a global market. At Mercer, he continues broadening executive mindsets to rethink how to better design and deliver employee services and drive the shift from doing technology projects to being a digital function. 

Before founding Leapgen, Jason served as the CEO of The Marcus Buckingham Company (TMBC). In 2005, he co-founded Knowledge Infusion LLC and served as its CEO until 2012, when the company was sold to Appirio. He has also held senior leadership roles at PeopleSoft and Ceridian Corporation. With more than 20 years of experience in the HR and technology industries, Jason has collaborated with industry-leading companies to transform their HR organizations into strategic partners. Jason has been recognized globally as one of the top three thought leaders on HR technology and the future of work.

Awards and recognition

  • Human Resource Executive | Top 100 HR Tech Influencers
  • People Hum | Top 70 HR Tech Thought Leaders

Role and areas of expertise

Global Keynote Speaker, Industry Analyst, Co-Founder of Leapgen
In HR, we've been counting people, not making people count.
Jason Averbook