Gabs Hayes is passionate about people-first culture, empowering individuals and organizations to design thriving environments of purpose and success.

A champion of transformation, Gabs believes we all hold the power to design wildly fulfilling lives. Throughout her journey, she's embraced challenges as springboards to rewrite the script of status quo.  In 2018, she pivoted from her operations career to championing access to healthcare through digital product management.  This passion led her to launch her own consulting firm in 2021, where she helps product teams design products that customers not only love, but crave.

Gabs' expertise is sought after. Renowned publications like Women Thrive, Canvas Rebel, and Pivot, along with numerous global podcasts, have featured her work. She's a She is Tulsa award winner, lauded for her contributions to the city's tech and small business community, which ultimately played a key role in securing Tulsa's designation as a federal tech hub.

A captivating international speaker, Gabs has educated audiences across the globe on strategies to tackle big dreams.  Beyond the stage, she empowers product leaders through her company, The Brave Start, equipping them to launch and scale their dream businesses.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Gabs embraces life's simple joys. She finds inspiration in writing, live music, and creating memories with her kids. When she's not inspiring the world, you might find her being a puzzle champion with her husband or searching for the prettiest mountain cabin in America.