Steve Wozniak
Co-Founder of Apple | National Medal of Technology | National Inventors Hall of Fame | James C. Morgan Global Humanitarian | Author of iWoz
Jonathan Haidt
#1 NYT Bestselling Author | Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership, NYU Stern | Social Psychologist
Jonathan Haidt is the defining voice on why modern society feels so fractured and what leaders can do about it. His research on moral psychology, polarization, and technology's effect on mental health has shaped public policy worldwide. From The Righteous Mind to The Anxious Generation, his work hands executives frameworks for building ethical, resilient cultures, and his keynotes turn rigorous social science into clear, actionable insight.
Want to book Jonathan Haidt as a speaker for your event? Please provide the info below and we’ll get in touch within 24h:
Jonathan Haidt biography
Psychology speaker Jonathan Haidt is one of the most influential social psychologists of his generation, reshaping how the world understands morality, technology, and childhood. A #1 New York Times bestselling author and the Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership at NYU’s Stern School of Business, speaker Jonathan Haidt delivers urgent insight into the forces fragmenting modern society and the practical paths toward renewal.
Haidt built his reputation studying the foundations of moral psychology at the University of Virginia. His research into how people form moral judgments across cultures produced the influential Moral Foundations Theory, now a cornerstone framework for understanding political polarization. His bestseller The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion became essential reading for leaders working to bridge ideological divides, and The Coddling of the American Mind, co-written with Greg Lukianoff, extended that inquiry into education and free expression.
Championing Childhood and Open Inquiry in the Digital Age
Haidt’s recent work has sparked a global movement. The Anxious Generation, a #1 New York Times bestseller, argues that the shift from a play-based to a phone-based childhood is driving a mental health crisis among young people, and it has helped inspire phone-free school policies and age-restriction laws in several countries. His follow-up with science writer Catherine Price, The Amazing Generation, speaks directly to children and tweens about reclaiming their attention from screens, reaching the top of the bestseller lists and earning recognition among the best books of its year. Through his After Babel platform, Haidt and his team continue to examine how technology is reshaping society. He also co-founded Heterodox Academy, uniting thousands of professors to defend viewpoint diversity and open inquiry on campus.
As a speaker, Jonathan Haidt blends rigorous social science with vivid storytelling to challenge audiences to rethink their assumptions about morality, technology, and leadership. His keynotes leave executive audiences with actionable frameworks for building ethical cultures, navigating polarization, and protecting the wellbeing of the next generation.
Jonathan Haidt Speaking Videos
Jonathan Haidt - Can a divided America heal?
Prof. Jonathan Haidt - Faculty Insights: Covid-19
Jonathan Haidt Keynote Topics
Drawing from his #1 New York Times bestseller, Haidt lays out the evidence that the shift from a play-based to a phone-based childhood is fueling an unprecedented mental health crisis among young people. He outlines four practical norms, delaying smartphones, delaying social media, phone-free schools, and more real-world independence, that communities and organizations can adopt to reverse the damage. This keynote is essential for leaders concerned about the wellbeing and productivity of the next generation entering their workforce.
Why do smart, well-intentioned people clash so bitterly over politics, ethics, and strategy? Using Moral Foundations Theory, Haidt uncovers the hidden psychological roots of ideological conflict and shows leaders how to harness moral diversity rather than be torn apart by it. Executives leave with practical tools for building teams that disagree productively, make better decisions, and sustain a culture of intellectual honesty in even the most polarized environments.
Organizations face a convergence of pressures: political polarization seeping into the workplace, generational friction, social media amplifying conflict, and a mental health crisis among younger employees. Haidt synthesizes insights from moral psychology, organizational behavior, and his work on institutional culture into a roadmap for building resilient, high-trust organizations. He shows leaders how to foster genuine viewpoint diversity, sidestep the traps of performative culture, and create environments where people can thrive.
Speaker topics
FAQs on Booking Jonathan Haidt
Why Jonathan Haidt?
Jonathan Haidt is among the most cited and sought-after social psychologists in the world. His work on moral psychology, political polarization, and the mental health effects of technology has shaped legislation, corporate policy, and public debate globally. On stage, Haidt is a masterful communicator who turns dense research into vivid, memorable insights that executives can act on immediately, and his keynotes consistently rank among the highest-rated at major conferences. Book Jonathan Haidt through Aurum Speakers Bureau for your next event to give your audience a transformative perspective on the forces shaping society and the workplace.
What are The Anxious Generation and The Amazing Generation about?
The Anxious Generation is Jonathan Haidt's #1 New York Times bestseller examining how the rapid move from a play-based to a phone-based childhood, accelerated by smartphones and social media, has driven a sharp rise in anxiety, depression, and self-harm among young people. It proposes four norms to reverse the trend: no smartphones before 14, no social media before 16, phone-free schools, and more unsupervised play. His follow-up with Catherine Price, The Amazing Generation, carries that message directly to children and tweens, guiding them toward a fuller life beyond the screen.
What is Moral Foundations Theory?
Moral Foundations Theory, developed by Jonathan Haidt and colleagues, identifies the core psychological foundations on which cultures build their moral systems. It proposes that human moral reasoning rests on several innate foundations, including care, fairness, loyalty, authority, and sanctity, and that political and cultural differences arise from the varying emphasis people place on each. The framework has become one of the most influential tools for understanding why people across the political spectrum can view the same issue and reach profoundly different moral conclusions.
What does Jonathan Haidt speak about at corporate events?
Haidt's corporate keynotes sit at the intersection of psychology, leadership, and culture. His most requested topics include navigating political polarization in the workplace, building ethical organizational cultures, understanding generational differences in the workforce, and the mental health implications of technology. He tailors each presentation to executive audiences with research-backed frameworks leaders can implement immediately. Contact Aurum Speakers Bureau to bring Jonathan Haidt to your stage.
How to book Jonathan Haidt as a keynote speaker?
Aurum Speakers Bureau can help you book Jonathan Haidt as a speaker for your next event, conference, or board meeting. Simply fill out our contact form to inquire about Jonathan Haidt's availability for a speaking engagement. One of our booking agents will respond to your request immediately and contact the speaker to let them know you want to hire them. We will assist you with obtaining speaking fees, booking information, and confirming availability for Jonathan Haidt or any other top keynote speaker or celebrity of your choice.
How much is Jonathan Haidt speaking fee?
Jonathan Haidt speaking fees are determined by several factors, including the event's date, whether it's a virtual or in-person event, the duration, format, preparation required for their speech, and more. The same applies to the cost to hire any other top expert speakers and celebrities. The Speaker Fee Range listed on our website is simply a guideline and is subject to change without notice. If you would like to hire Jonathan Haidt to deliver a keynote speech for your event, please fill out the contact form or email us at info@aurumbureau.com with as much detail as possible. One of our experienced agents will get in touch with you and let you know exactly how much it will cost to book Jonathan Haidt.
How can I contact Jonathan Haidt?
We only work with Jonathan Haidt on paid speaking engagements. Aurum Speakers Bureau can assist you in booking Jonathan Haidt and will handle all negotiations, contracts, and logistics associated with having Jonathan Haidt speak at your event. We will be your sole point of contact throughout the process. Get in touch with Aurum Speakers Bureau today, and we will reach out to any motivational speaker or celebrity you want to enquire about speaking at your event. If you wish to contact Jonathan Haidt for any other reason, we will be unable to assist you as we are not authorized to provide personal contact information.
Can I book Jonathan Haidt for a virtual keynote?
Yes, Jonathan Haidt is available for virtual keynotes and webinars. To book Jonathan Haidt for a virtual event, please complete the contact form or send us an email to inquire about the special fees for virtual engagements.
