Arthur Zards

Arthur Zards is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in experiential design, community leadership, and digital strategy. As a Founding Member of the World Experience Organization since July 2021, Arthur is dedicated to enhancing the quality of experiences within the Experience Economy. At TEDxNaperville, where Arthur has served as Executive Director and Executive Producer since March 2009, significant growth has been achieved, transforming a one-person initiative into a robust organization with over 76 volunteers. Arthur's role at Lab Z involves creating impactful experiential moments for corporate events. Additionally, as a Co-Founder and CMO at XNet, strategic digital marketing approaches have been developed. Arthur's engagements span various organizations, including roles in emergency response with the City of Naperville and multiple advisory board memberships, reflecting a commitment to community service and collaboration in knowledge-sharing initiatives.