Principal Research Scientist at MIT Sloan School of Management, Inaugural Visiting Fellow at Google’s Technology & Society Initiative & Won the Thinkers50 Digital Thinking Award

Andrew McAfee is a Principal Research Scientist at MIT Sloan School of Management, where he investigates how digital technologies transform business, economies, and society. A recognized futurist and data-driven optimist, he is the inaugural Visiting Fellow at Google’s Technology and Society initiative. Widely regarded as one of the leading voices on the intersection of technology and business, Andrew has influenced global conversations on digital transformation, the future of work, and how organizations adapt to technological change. In addition, Andrew co-founded Workhelix, a platform that helps organizations adapt to the rapidly changing world of work. His research and leadership have shaped global conversations on digital transformation, the future of work, and organizational adaptation to new technologies.

Credentials and Impact

In addition to his research and public speaking, Andrew holds a distinguished academic and advisory portfolio. He holds two B.S. and two M.S. degrees from MIT, in addition to a doctorate from Harvard Business School, and previously served as a professor at Harvard Business School and was a fellow at Harvard’s Berkman Center for Internet and Society. 

In recognition of his thought leadership, Andrew has been a six-time honoree on the Thinkers50 ranking of the world’s top management thinkers. He also won the Thinkers50 Digital Thinking Award in 2015.

Andrew contributes his expertise as a board member of Human Progress, where he helps guide conversations on innovation, economic growth, and societal well-being. As an advisor, he has worked with global institutions including the IMF, the U.S. Intelligence Community, and the Boston Red Sox.  Andrew’s combination of rigorous research, real-world advisory experience, and service on boards has made him an influential figure at the intersection of digital transformation, business strategy, and societal change.

Publications and Media

Andrew has authored several influential books, including ‘Enterprise 2.0’, ‘Race Against the Machine’, ‘The Second Machine Age’, ‘Machine, Platform, Crowd’, ‘More from Less’, and ‘The Geek Way’. His work is widely featured in leading publications such as Foreign Affairs, Harvard Business Review, The Economist, and The Wall Street Journal. He has also appeared on major platforms, including CNN, 60 Minutes, the World Economic Forum, and the Aspen Ideas Festival.

Why Hire Andrew McAfee?

Booking Andrew offers organizations a leading voice on the digital economy and its real-world impact. His 2013 TED Talk, ‘What Will Future Jobs Look Like?’, remains a standout exploration of technology’s role in shaping work and employment. His latest work examines how evidence-driven, agile, and egalitarian cultures drive extraordinary results, perfect for audiences aiming to transform strategy and culture.

His presentations blend rigorous research with compelling storytelling, suited for executive summits, global forums, and leadership retreats. Whether discussing generative AI, sustainable productivity, or the mechanics of modern organizations, Andrew delivers fresh, actionable insight. With a history of advising institutions like the IMF and guiding decision-makers across industries, he connects theory to practice and insight to action. His unique ability to demystify complex trends makes him an invaluable catalyst for transformation.

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