Stefan Gentz
About Stefan Gentz
Stefan Gentz serves as the Principal Worldwide Evangelist for Technical Communication at Adobe, where he has made significant contributions to the field. He is recognized for his expertise in content strategy and risk management, having spoken at numerous international conferences and received accolades as a leading influencer in content experience.
Current Role at Adobe
Stefan Gentz serves as the Principal Worldwide Evangelist for Technical Communication at Adobe, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on promoting best practices in technical communication and enhancing user experiences through effective content strategies. His work involves engaging with global audiences to share insights and advancements in the field.
Previous Experience at Adobe
Prior to his current role, Stefan Gentz worked at Adobe as a Senior Worldwide Evangelist for Technical Communication from 2019 to 2023. In this capacity, he contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving technical communication practices across the organization and its client base. He also served as a Worldwide Evangelist from 2015 to 2019, where he began establishing his influence in the technical communication domain.
International Conference Engagement
In 2019, Stefan Gentz spoke or moderated at 18 international conferences across multiple countries, including Israel, Germany, India, the USA, the UK, China, Poland, France, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Italy. His participation in these events highlights his commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering discussions on technical communication and content strategy.
Recognition and Influence in Content Strategy
Stefan Gentz has been recognized for his influence in the content strategy field. He was named one of the Top 25 Content Experience Influencers by MindTouch in 2017 and recognized again as one of the Top 25 Leading Content Strategist Influencers by MindTouch in 2016. These accolades reflect his significant contributions to the development and promotion of effective content strategies.
Educational Background and Certifications
Stefan Gentz studied at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Gymnasium in Bonn, where he achieved his Abitur from 1981 to 1994. He is certified as a Quality Management Professional (TÜV) and as an ISO 9001 / EN 15038 auditor. Additionally, he is an expert in ISO 31000 Risk Management and a Six Sigma Champion, showcasing his proficiency in quality management and risk assessment.