Erin Sharoni, MBE, is a bioethicist, entrepreneur, and researcher, whose work explores the intersection of science, ethics, artificial intelligence, animal welfare, and emerging technologies. Her career has spanned biotechnology, digital health, public policy, media, philanthropy, and academic research, reflecting a lifelong commitment to understanding the ethical implications of innovation and humanity's relationship with other forms of life and intelligence.

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Erin is an Associate Fellow of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics, an Affiliate of the Harvard Medical School Center for Bioethics, a member of the Advisory Committee of the National Council on Research Ethics, and an Affiliate of the Galileo Project at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, founded and led by Dr. Avi Loeb. She is also the founder of the ET Ethics Society, an initiative dedicated to exploring the ethical, philosophical, and societal implications of humanity's potential encounter with non-human intelligence.

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Her scholarship and advocacy have focused extensively on animal ethics, responsible innovation, emerging technologies, and the future of scientific research. She has served as a teaching fellow for the Animal Ethics course at Harvard Medical School, published on issues relating to animal welfare and bioethics, and works to advance policy and implementation around ethical deployment of artificial intelligence and other transformative technologies.

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In addition to her academic work, Erin serves on the Advisory Board of Miami-Dade Animal Services and on the City of Miami Beach Animal Welfare Committee through local government appointments. She is also the Founding Director of RescueMeMIA, a volunteer-driven animal rescue and advocacy initiative focused on increasing lifesaving outcomes for shelter animals through strategic storytelling, digital outreach, community engagement, and adoption networking. Her animal welfare work spans academic scholarship, public policy, shelter reform, rescue advocacy, and direct community action.

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Professionally, Erin has spent more than a decade helping build and scale innovative companies in biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and digital health. She has held executive leadership positions focused on commercialization, strategy, partnerships, fundraising, and product development, helping bridge the gap between scientific discovery and real-world impact. 

 

Before entering the biotechnology sector, Erin worked in finance, including roles at leading investment banks and on the Core Management Team of Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest hedge fund. She subsequently built a career in media and broadcasting, serving as a nationally syndicated television host and appearing on major networks including CNBC, NBC Sports, Showtime, and CBS Sports. Her experience in media, public speaking, and communications continues to inform her work at the intersection of science, ethics, technology, and public engagement.

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A lifelong creative, Erin began her journey as an artist, musician, and writer. Her artwork has been exhibited at Sotheby's in New York City and at the National Arts Club, and she has received multiple Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Her first feature film role was in Peace After Marriage, winner of Best Narrative at Tribeca All Access. She is also a longtime electronic music DJ and producer.

 

Born and raised in New York City, Erin has maintained a lifelong passion for health, wellness, athletics, and human performance. She is a former U.S. Junior Olympic-certified swim coach, personal trainer, and fitness competitor. 

 

Erin holds a Master of Bioethics from Harvard Medical School, a Master's degree in Biology from Harvard University, and a BA with Honors in Studio Art from Wesleyan University. She also holds a professional certificate in Genetics and Genomics from Stanford University.