Nine-Year-Old Becomes CEO of Gabb, Kid-Safe Tech Company

Gabb, the leading provider of safe tech for kids, celebrated their 2nd “Kid CEO for the Day” by handing the reins of the company to 9-year-old Nova Evenson, an aspiring leader from Naples, Florida, who has used Gabb technology to build connections with others.  

During her time as CEO, Nova led the monthly companywide meeting where the department leads shared with Nova Gabb’s 2024 reports for her approval. She also led meetings with Gabb executives, product brainstorming sessions, and discussions on safe tech for kids. Because she loves step tracking with her Gabb Watch, she challenged the team to increase their daily steps through “walking meetings.”  

Nova pitched a campaign to collect everyone’s favorite text messages from their families and friends. This idea was inspired by a treasured text message from her grandfather, who recently passed away. The day also included a service project fulfilling gift wishes and providing free safe tech for the nonprofit Utah Parent Center’s holiday program for kids with disabilities facing financial challenges.  

“It was so wonderful,” said Nova about her day as CEO. “I wasn’t expecting anything like that. The people made it so great.” 

Nova and her mom, Angel, and dad, Eric, shared with the company how the Gabb Watch 3 she got for Christmas last year has helped her stay connected after her family moved and how it gave them peace of mind after a particularly challenging bullying situation. 

“Seeing an entire organization rally around my daughter and all children and place what’s best for them at the forefront means everything to me as a mom,” said Angel Evenson. “We get one shot at this parenting thing, and knowing we have organizations and people helping us do the best we can is comforting. I’ve never felt more surrounded by like-minded people than I did yesterday.” 

Gabb also celebrated Nova with a special playlist on Gabb Music+ titled Boss Beats. The special edition playlist not only featured a walk-on song but also a collection of inspiring, uplifting and empowering songs from across the family-friendly Gabb Music streaming catalog.  

“Our Gabb CEO for the Day reminds us all that the heart of our company is safe connections,” said Gabb CEO Nate Randle. “Nova’s Gabb Watch connects her with her family and provides support during tough challenges, but she is the hero of her story. She has exemplified bravery and great leadership. She has left a lasting impact on our Gabb team.”