Erik Ober | Source | Magic Story

Erik Ober is the Co-founder and CEO of Magic Story, an AI-driven media platform that creates personalized children's books, making every child the hero of their own story. A serial entrepreneur, Erik has founded and successfully exited two venture-backed businesses, giving him deep expertise in scaling companies, product innovation, and the intersection of technology and creativity.

With a background in animation and film, Erik has worked on blockbuster productions like Polar Express, Spider-Man, and The Matrix, bringing cinematic storytelling expertise to the world of interactive and educational media. Under his leadership, Magic Story is pioneering the use of AI to transform storytelling, blending high-quality 3D animation, generative AI, and personalization technology to create immersive, meaningful reading experiences for children.

Erik is an advocate for AI in education, media innovation, and the future of interactive storytelling. He is available for expert commentary on topics such as:
- The future of AI-powered content creation and its impact on children’s media
- Personalized learning through AI-generated narratives
- Ethical considerations in AI-driven storytelling and children’s products
- The evolution of publishing, animation, and entertainment in the digital era
- Building, scaling, and exiting AI-driven startups

As a founder with experience raising venture capital, launching innovative products, and building strategic partnerships with industry leaders like OpenAI and Microsoft, Erik is a go-to expert for discussions on the business and creative impact of AI in media.

For media inquiries or speaking opportunities, connect with Erik via Qwoted or LinkedIn.