Harper Reed
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Harper Reed

Unlock innovative solutions and elevate your team's creativity with Harper Reed, speaker, technologist and entrepreneur.

Harper Reed
Harper Reed

Illinois, United States

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Chief Technology Officer at Threadless
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Chief Technology Officer for Obama’s campaign
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Co-founder of Modest Inc. and PayPal executive
Harper Reed is a well-known technology engineer, innovator, and entrepreneur recognized for his significant contributions to technology and human behavior. He started his career as the Chief Technology Officer of Threadless, where he greatly increased revenue and transformed the company into a successful enterprise. In 2012, Harper was the CTO for Barack Obama’s presidential reelection campaign, using social media and data analysis to create an advanced political campaign. He then co-founded Modest Inc., an online payments company that was acquired by PayPal in 2015. After the acquisition, he became the Senior Director of Software Development and Head of Commerce at Braintree, a PayPal subsidiary. Currently, Harper is involved with General Galactic Corporation, a startup focused on developing products for the new internet, including web3, crypto, NFTs, and the metaverse. He has also held various roles at PayPal, including Entrepreneur-in-Residence, guiding teams in the future of e-commerce. In addition to his corporate roles, Harper is a Director’s Fellow at the MIT Media Lab and a Senior Fellow at USC’s Annenberg Innovation Lab, where he explores innovative technologies and their applications. He is a sought-after speaker, known for his engaging presentations on topics such as AI, data, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies. Harper is recognized for his unique appearance and passion for technology. He travels extensively, sharing his insights and inspiring others to embrace technological possibilities. He lives in Chicago with his partner and their poodle. Harper Reed continues to shape the future of technology and inspire innovation across various fields.

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