Ron Gutman

Ron Gutman is an entrepreneur and speaker best known for his TED talk, “The Hidden Power of Smiling.” He is the founder and CEO of HealthTap, a digital health company focused on connecting people with medical information and care. Gutman’s work centers on how technology and human behavior can improve health outcomes, and he has spoken widely about the social and physiological effects of smiling. Through public talks and his leadership in health technology, he has helped popularize the idea that small, everyday behaviors can have measurable impacts on well-being. His writing and speaking often bridge research, practical habits, and innovation in healthcare.