Professional Background:
Edmond Gaible, PhD, is an international leader in development education with nearly three decades of experience leveraging technology to transform learning systems worldwide. As Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of CollegeEssentials.org (CES4All), he oversees the organization’s research operations, experimental design, and publications, ensuring its AI-enhanced educational programs are grounded in rigorous evidence and continuous improvement.

International Develop’ment & Strategic Advisory
Since 1997, Dr. Gaible has served as a senior consultant to major global organizations, including UNICEF, the World Bank, the U.S. State Department, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His work includes:

• Systemic Transformation: Redesigning education systems in Georgia and Indonesia and promoting equity across ASEAN countries.
• Technological Infrastructure: Developing school-based telecenters to provide internet access in Uganda and Zimbabwe.
• Curriculum & Training: Leading large-scale teacher professional development and e-learning design for governments and NGOs in developing nations.

Educational Technology Innovation:

Dr. Gaible previously served as Executive Director of the Educational Object Economy (eoe), an Apple Computer-sponsored 501(c)(3) foundation, where he disseminated DARPA-funded learning technologies and created digital resources for classroom integration. He is also the principal consultant of The Natoma Group, leading strategic planning and meta-critical research for global donor agencies.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley.
• Master’s degree, Stanford University.