Tristan Harris: Tech Ethicist

Design ethicist who exposes attention economy mechanics and equips leaders to redesign products and policies that improve user wellbeing and long term engagement quality.

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Highlights:
  • Frequently referred to as the “closest thing Silicon Valley has to a conscience.”
  • Co-founder and executive director of the Center for Humane Technology, driving systemic reform in the tech industry.
  • Former design ethicist at Google, author of the internal presentation “A Call to Minimize Distraction & Respect Users’ Attention.”


Formats Available: Keynote, Panel, Workshop, Executive Briefing, Virtual

Preferred Audiences: Product and design teams (25–200); Conferences (200–2,000)

Outcomes:
  1. Diagnose attention harms in your product and customer journey.
  2. Implement humane design changes that preserve engagement quality.
  3. Build governance for design ethics and measurement.
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  • Travels from: San Francisco Bay Area, California
  • **Fee range: $100,000 - $250,000

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Keynote Topics:

  • How Wisdom Can Protect Humanity from Technology
  • The Battle for Our Attention: Technology, Mindfulness, and the Future of Humanity
  • Can We Close the Gap Between Humans and Technology?
    • Tristan outlines the 6 principles that can leverage technology with greater wisdom to create a future where technology protects human vulnerabilities and empowers communities to live in a values-aligned way.

Talent Short Bio

Tristan Harris is widely regarded as one of the most important voices in technology ethics today. A former design ethicist at Google, he co-founded the Center for Humane Technology, where he leads efforts to realign technology with humanity’s best interests. Featured in the Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma, Harris has become a leading advocate for responsible digital innovation, warning of the unintended consequences of persuasive design and algorithm-driven platforms.

Named to TIME’s “100 Most Influential People in AI,” Harris works at the intersection of technology, society, and ethics. He advises governments, corporations, and international organizations on policies that encourage digital responsibility while ensuring that innovation continues to thrive. His work has influenced debates on regulation, platform accountability, and the social impact of artificial intelligence.

As a speaker, Harris is known for delivering engaging, urgent, and thought-provoking talks that resonate with audiences across industries. He not only diagnoses the challenges of the digital age but also offers frameworks for creating more humane technology ecosystems. His message empowers leaders to think critically about design, responsibility, and the role of technology in shaping the future of society.

Tristan Harris is a globally recognized thought leader and advocate for ethical technology design. As the co-founder and executive director of the Center for Humane Technology, he has dedicated his career to addressing the pervasive influence of technology on human behavior and society.

Frequently referred to as the “closest thing Silicon Valley has to a conscience,” Harris has captivated audiences worldwide with his compelling insights into how technology shapes our lives. A former design ethicist at Google, his expertise and thought leadership have redefined the global discourse on technology’s role in humanity’s future.

Tristan Harris’s expertise lies in the intersection of technology, ethics, and human behavior. With a background in computer science and design, he has spent years examining the ethical dilemmas posed by modern digital platforms. As a graduate of Stanford University, where he studied computer science and human-computer interaction, Harris was mentored by renowned psychologist BJ Fogg and focused on the persuasive power of technology.

Harris’s in-depth understanding of behavioral psychology and technology design makes him a uniquely qualified expert. His tenure at Google as a design ethicist allowed him to scrutinize the mechanisms driving user engagement and explore their societal impact. By identifying the manipulative techniques employed by digital platforms, Harris has become a leading voice advocating for responsible innovation and systemic reform in the tech industry.

Tristan Harris is a visionary leader in ethical technology design, whose expertise, experience, authority, and trustworthiness make him a sought-after keynote speaker. With a background rooted in computer science and behavioral psychology, he brings unparalleled insights into the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. Harris’s advocacy for systemic reform has shaped global conversations, influencing policymakers, industry leaders, and individuals alike.

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