Aza Raskin
Co-founder
Aza Raskin’s entrepreneurial career includes founding several successful startups, such as the music platform Songza—which was later acquired by Google—and the health-tech venture Massive Health.
As a prominent advocate for ethical technology, he co-founded both the Center for Humane Technology and the Earth Species Project, a non-profit using artificial intelligence to decode animal communication. He also famously coined the phrase “freedom of speech is not freedom of reach,” an influential concept used by industry leaders and public figures to address the impacts of platform amplification.
Recognized globally for his contributions to design and tech ethics, Raskin has been featured on the covers of Wired UK and Offscreen Magazine. His industry accolades include being named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list, Fast Company’s “Most Creative People,” and receiving Fast Company’s Master of Design award. He hosts the Your Undivided Attention podcast, which explores the power of emerging technologies. He has also consulted on several notable films to include The Social Dilemma and The AI Doc.
