Rahaf Harfoush

Rahaf Harfoush is a globally respected cyber security and technology speaker, known for her trailblazing work at the intersection of digital culture, emerging tech, and human behaviour. A digital anthropologist by training, Rahaf’s insights into how online ecosystems shape organisational dynamics have made her a sought-after voice at events like the Thinkers50 Thinker-Fest, London Tech Week, and the 12th Annual WEBECS Summit. As the Executive Director of Red Thread, she leads pioneering research into digital culture’s impact on innovation, productivity, and well-being. Her work bridges strategic foresight with cultural nuance, offering compelling perspectives on how technology influences the future of work and security.

Rahaf’s credentials are both deep and diverse. She is a Visiting Policy Fellow at the Oxford Internet Institute and an Adjunct Professor at Sciences Po, where she teaches innovation and emerging business models. As Associate Director of the World Economic Forum’s Technology Pioneers programme, she was instrumental in identifying companies at the forefront of global tech disruption. Her role on France’s National Digital Council and her recent appointment to the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Body on AI highlight her influence at the highest levels of policy and innovation. These appointments underscore her authority on the ethical and strategic implications of AI and cybersecurity in society.

An accomplished author, Rahaf penned the New York Times bestseller “The Decoded Company”, which won the 2015 Gold Axiom Award for Best Technology Book. Her other works, “Hustle & Float” and “Yes We Did!”, draw on her experiences as a digital strategist for Barack Obama’s social media campaign and advocate for more humane approaches to productivity. Her recent Harvard Business Review article and LinkedIn Learning course, “Humane Productivity”, further reinforce her status as a forward-thinking thought leader whose ideas resonate across industries.

Whether she is speaking on generative AI, digital well-being, or the future of talent management, Rahaf Harfoush delivers compelling, actionable insights grounded in rigorous research and real-world experience. Her ability to translate complex concepts into meaningful narratives makes her an invaluable asset to any forward-thinking event or organisation. Hire Rahaf Harfoush via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency to bring transformative ideas to your next conference or summit.