Dan Taber, PhD
Exploring how professionals navigate and lead in the AI era
Responsible AI Strategy Leader
With experience building Responsible AI programs at global tech companies, I’ve seen firsthand how professionals are grappling with the opportunities and risks of the AI era. I’m deeply curious about how people - especially those outside of technical roles - adapt, lead, and grow in this rapidly evolving landscape.
Through writing, speaking, and research, I explore how we can navigate career transitions, use AI responsibly, and design work that feels both meaningful and future-proof.
About Me
I'm Dan Taber, a researcher and strategist helping shape the responsible development of AI. I’m also exploring how individuals can lead meaningful, adaptive careers in a time of rapid technological change.
I began my career in academia before transitioning into tech, where I've led Responsible AI and Trust & Safety programs at Spotify and Indeed. Throughout my work, I’ve bridged technical and human perspectives, collaborating across disciplines and speaking widely about how organizations and individuals can approach AI development with thoughtfulness and integrity.
My own path wasn't linear - I started as a humanities major and grew into tech leadership through curiosity, experimentation, and lifelong learning. That journey continues to shape my research and writing, especially as I explore how professionals navigate uncertainty, growth, and reinvention in the AI era.
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RESEARCH & STRATEGIC INSIGHTS
Long before Harvard Business Review, I always thought data science was ‘sexy’. With expertise in machine learning, experimental design, and causal inference, I help organizations turn complex data into strategic action. My work spans from assessing algorithmic fairness to modeling the impacts of complex systems, always focused on translating rigorous analysis into actionable insights.
RESPONSIBLE AI
I’ve led the development of Responsible AI programs at global tech companies like Spotify and Indeed, creating scalable frameworks for ethical AI implementation. My expertise goes beyond the corporate sector; as a Berkman Klein Fellow, I co-founded AI Blindspot to help organizations identify and address structural inequities in AI systems. This blend of corporate and civil society experience shapes my holistic approach to responsible AI strategy.
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION
No matter your role, telling your story effectively is key. I specialize in translating complex AI and technology concepts into clear, actionable insights for business leaders, bridging the gap between technical capabilities and strategic implementation. Through speaking engagements, workshops, and advisory work, I help organizations not only understand AI’s potential but also turn it into real-world opportunities.
“Ideas not coupled with action never become bigger than the brain cells they occupied.”