Meet Erika Anderson
Erika Anderson is the founder of Building Humane Tech, an initiative dedicated to reshaping technology to prioritize human well-being, ethical responsibility, and meaningful connection. Through her work as a writer, facilitator, and Co-Founder at Storytell, Erika helps envision and create a digital world where empathy, collaboration, and accountability take center stage.
Her commitment to humane technology is grounded in years of experience leading discussions and crafting frameworks that address the challenges of today’s digital ecosystem. Erika’s influential writings include:
As part of Building Humane Tech, Erika organizes meetups and webinars that connect technologists, designers, and changemakers who share a vision of creating ethical, human-centered technology. Her community fosters collaboration and innovation, offering practical strategies for shaping digital tools that align with human values.
In her essay AI is Saying, "Come Play with Me", Erika explores AI’s potential to spark creativity, joy, and engagement, while Creating the World We Want with Humane Technology encourages readers to imagine and build a future grounded in transparency, resilience, and shared accountability. These themes resonate in all of Erika’s work, from her writing to her facilitation and leadership coaching.
Erika’s work also integrates principles of Clean Communication, a framework she developed to emphasize clarity, empathy, and mutual understanding. This methodology not only supports her commitment to humane technology but also strengthens her ability to foster trust and alignment within teams and communities.
As a certified facilitator specializing in team dynamics and leadership development, Erika now extends her expertise by training companies to apply humane design principles in their work. These trainings empower teams to create products and services that respect user agency, minimize harm, and foster trust and collaboration.
Erika holds an MFA in Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and lives in California's Bay Area, where she continues to champion a vision for humane technology. Join her Slack community, attend an upcoming meetup, or explore her writings to become part of the movement shaping a better digital future.
Book Erika
Interested in discussing humane technology, ethical design, or the future of AI? Want to apply humane tech to your product? Erika is available for podcasts, speaking opportunities, and Humane Tech trainings to share her insights and inspire audiences to think critically about how we shape the digital world.