Michael Gibson, a visionary architect turned filmmaker, has made a profound impact in the entertainment industry with his award-winning films, including Defy Gravity (1990),When Edgar Returns (1987),and The Bellringer (1993).
In 2000, Gibson co-founded Zapdramatic, a pioneering company that specializes in creating serious games and simulations for entertainment and life skills development, alongside negotiation experts Allan Stitt and Frank Handy. This innovative venture has garnered numerous accolades, including the Canadian New Media Award for Excellence in Learning (Professionalism and Ethics Simulation) and the Vortex prize at the McLuhan International Festival of the Future (Move or Die).
Zapdramatic's groundbreaking work has been recognized at the highest level, earning an Official Honoree designation at the prestigious 2009 Webby Awards for Michael Gibson's anti-bullying game, Sir Basel Pike Public School.
As a thought leader in the field of serious game design and interactive drama, Gibson is frequently invited to share his expertise with audiences around the world.
