Justin Harrison

Founder & CEO, You, Only Virtual (YOV)

Pioneer in AI-Driven Grief Technology | Inventor |

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Justin Harrison is an internationally recognized leader in artificial intelligence and grief technology, and the Founder and CEO of You, Only Virtual (YOV) -the world’s foremost company in AI-driven posthumous communication.

Harrison’s groundbreaking work sits at the intersection of technology, psychology, and human connection. Motivated by personal experience with loss, Harrison envisioned and created "Versonas" - AI-powered avatars that authentically emulate the voice, personality, and conversational style of loved ones who have passed, drawing from personal communications such as texts, emails, and voice recordings.

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He holds two U.S. patents for his innovations in this space, and his technology is now helping thousands navigate the complex emotional terrain of grief and remembrance.

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Harrison pursued doctoral studies in clinical psychology, deepening his understanding of the human experience of loss and attachment - a perspective that informs both YOV’s technology and its ethical framework. This unique blend of psychological insight and technical innovation has made Harrison one of the leading voices shaping the emerging field of grief tech.

 

Justin Harrison’s work has been featured in hundreds of media outlets worldwide, where he has lent his expertise on grief and AI to audiences ranging from the general public to technology leaders, healthcare professionals, and policy makers. His appearances include: the BBC, ABC World News, The Guardian, Vice New Tonight, NPR, Bloomberg, Forbes as well as countless conferences, academic panels, and global media events.

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As AI continues to transform how we live - and how we remember - Harrison’s work sparks critical conversations about technology’s role in preserving human connection, memory, and identity. He speaks regularly on topics including:

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• The future of AI and emotional well-being

• Ethical boundaries in AI-driven legacy preservation

• How grief tech is reshaping cultural narratives of death and remembrance

• The psychology of human attachment to digital entities

• The safety and efficacy of AI

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Justin Harrison’s thought leadership continues to influence corporations, universities, healthcare systems, and public discourse as we collectively navigate this profound new frontier.