JOSH DREAN

JOSH DREAN

JOSH DREAN

Co-Founder, Senior Partner – WORK3 INSTITUTE

About

Josh Drean is Co-founder & Senior Partner at The Work3 Institute, AI & Workforce Advisor at
the Harvard Innovation Labs, and Co-author of Employment is Dead (Harvard Business Review
Press, 2025).  He is an HR Transformation and AI expert who marries web3 technologies with workplace strategies. As Co-founder of The Work3 Institute, a research, and consulting agency focused on human-centric digital transformation, Josh’s aim is to help companies thrive in the rapidly changing world of work.

Josh’s work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and The Economist and he has made appearances on The Today Show, NBC, and FOX Business. He speaks internationally to bring workforce trends to digital-first leaders. Josh earned his undergraduate degree in I/O psychology and a masters degree at Harvard University, where he incubated and sold an HR Tech startup pioneering sentiment analysis in real-time.

Sessions​

May 15, 2024 03:30 PM

FUTURE SHOCK: How Emerging Tech Will Radically Change the Way We Work

The traditional employment model is at a breaking point. How will your organization adapt? This keynote blends the bold insights of Employment is Dead with cutting-edge trends to explore how leaders can thrive in an era of profound disruption. From digital avatars collaborating in virtual spaces to blockchain-powered transparency, these innovations are not just tools—they’re reshaping the nature of work. The rise of decentralized workforces and gig economies calls for leaders to rethink not only how work gets done, but also why people work. This presentation challenges outdated paradigms, offering a roadmap for leveraging technology and human potential to build resilient, inclusive, and innovative workplaces. Key Focus Area:

  • Emerging Technologies Redefining Work: Explore how AI, blockchain, and Web3 are not just disrupting industries but also reshaping job roles, organizational structures, and employee expectations.
  • Decentralization and Autonomy: Understand the rise of decentralized work models and the growing demand for flexible, purpose-driven careers that empower employees to take control of their professional lives.
  • Human-Centric Innovation: Learn how to harness technology as a tool to amplify human potential, enhance collaboration, and create meaningful employee experiences without losing sight of the human element.
  • Navigating Workforce Disruption: Gain insights into managing the challenges of hybrid work, generational shifts, and the increasing need for adaptability and continuous learning in a fast-evolving landscape.
  • Ethics and Accountability in Tech Integration: Address the ethical implications of deploying emerging technologies, from ensuring data privacy and algorithmic fairness to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.

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