Human Centred Technology
Digital transformation now shapes every part of our lives, with human-centred technology putting people back at the heart of innovation. Our expert speakers explore how technology can be used to enhance livelihoods, from improving wellbeing and accessibility, to building trust between humans and machines.
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C C: £10k-£15k Jean-Christophe Bonis is a futurist and founder of Oxymore Inc., specialising in emerging technologies including AI, robotics, biotech, and the future of innovation.
D D: £5k-£10k Practical Futurist and Former Global Managing Partner at IBM, Andrew Grill is a popular and sought-after presenter on issues around digital disruption, workplace of the future and digital eminence.
B B: £15k- £25k Cristina Criddle, the Financial Times's Technology Correspondent, is an award-winning journalist specialising in Artificial Intelligence and renowned for her exclusive tech stories and insights.
D D: £5k-£10k The former editor-in-chief of WIRED magazine's UK edition, David Rowan is a keynote speaker who shares his insights into consumer behaviour, the digital era, social commerce and media.
E E: £2k-£5k Dr. Elaine Kasket is a psychologist, author and futurist, and an expert on death in the digital era.
E E: £2k-£5k Dr Eleanor Drage is a Cambridge AI ethics expert, author and speaker, renowned for her engaging insights on building ethical, inclusive and human-centred technology.
B B: £15k- £25k Gerd Leonhard, a leading futurist and bestselling author, inspires organisations worldwide to shape a sustainable, human-centred future through visionary thinking and bold insights.
D D: £5k-£10k Graeme Codrington is a futurist and expert on the future of work, helping organisations navigate disruption through insightful, research-led keynotes and strategy.
B B: £15k- £25k Dr Hannah Fry is a lecturer in the Mathematics of Cities at the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis at UCL.
B B: £15k- £25k Harper Reed is a US-based technology engineer, innovator and entrepreneur. Called a “tech pioneer” & “digital wizard”, he is fascinated by how technology continues to shape, transform and empower human behaviour.
E E: £2k-£5k James Poulter is a digital marketing expert and AI leader. He is the Head of AI & Innovation at House 337 and the founder of Vixen Labs, a company specialising in Conversational AI. With extensive experience in ethically integrating AI into corporate strategies, James has led digital initiatives for global brands such as LEGO, Edelman, and Ogilvy.
A A: £25k and over Juan Enriquez is a leading expert on the economic and societal impact of emerging life sciences, and Chairman of biotech investment firm Biotechonomy LLC.
E E: £2k-£5k Jude Pullen is an award-winning Creative Technologist and Chartered Engineer, known for turning bold ideas into reality through strategic innovation and hands-on prototyping for global brands and start-ups alike.
A A: £25k and over Leading robotics expert known for her groundbreaking research in the field of robotics ethics, Kate Darling shares incredible insights on human-robot interaction, robot ethics, and the ways robots will impact society in the near-term future.
B B: £15k- £25k Kenneth Cukier is Deputy Executive Editor at *The Economist* and a bestselling author, known for his work on big data, AI, and how technology shapes society.
E E: £2k-£5k Dr Kerry McInerney (she/her) is a Research Associate at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence at the University of Cambridge, where she is part of a leading €1.9 million project AI ethics project.
C C: £10k-£15k Kriti Sharma is an Artificial Intelligence technologist and a leading global voice on AI ethics and its impact on society. In addition to advising global businesses on AI, she focuses on AI for Social Good.
B B: £15k- £25k Professor Mary Aiken is a world-leading cyberpsychologist, known for her work on how technology impacts human behaviour, shaping global policy, safety and awareness in the digital age.
A A: £25k and over Professor of Theoretical Physics and author of 'Hyperspace' and 'Visions', Dr Kaku explains his predictions for science & the impact on business and society.
A A: £25k and over Mo Gawdat is the former Chief Business Officer at Google \[X], now a bestselling author and speaker on happiness, innovation, and the future of AI.
C C: £10k-£15k Nathalie Nahai, futurist, Web Psychologist and best-selling author, is an innovation specialist who understands the trends and attitudes that impact the way we use the web.
A A: £25k and over Nick Bostrom is a Professor at the University of Oxford, and a Director at the Future of Humanity Institute and the Strategic Artificial Intelligence Research Centre.
A A: £25k and over Nina Schick is a leading AI strategist, advisor, and speaker, helping global leaders harness the transformative power of AI while advocating for responsible development and ethical practices.
A A: £25k and over Peter Diamandis is a global leader in innovation and space, known for founding the X PRIZE Foundation, Human Longevity Inc., and Singularity University.
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Our speakers show how technology can empower people - not replace them. Expect thoughtful insights on design, ethics, and innovation that put humans at the heart of progress. Whether they’re UX experts, digital leaders or futurists, they help audiences think more deeply about empathy, creativity, and responsibility in the tech world.
Definitely. These talks often bridge the gap between technical and creative teams, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. It’s about how people use and experience technology - so the message resonates with everyone, regardless of background.
Our human centred speakers shine at innovation conferences, leadership events, and digital transformation programmes. Perfect when you want to inspire forward-thinking conversations that balance progress with purpose
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