Nexus Design

Nexus Design is a Human Centred Design company specialising in solving societal issues using the behavioural power of tech. It is led by Pete Trainor, a designer, author, speaker, and AI ethicist who advocates for the philosophy 'Don't Do Things Better, Do Better Things.' The business operates out of London, UK, and offers services such as speaking engagements, workshops, and chairing events for conferences and private gatherings.

Reviewers frequently praise the team's friendliness, efficiency, and high skill levels, with one client specifically noting they were professional, responsive, and delivered outstanding results. However, some clients complain that the quality of work was average at best and that the company failed to meet their expectations for better outcomes.

Pricing for speaking engagements is not fixed; it depends on the type of engagement and variables such as travel, accommodation, and preparation time. The business states that it will consider speaking for free for charitable causes or if the event may lead to future business, though it is becoming rarer to agree to free opportunities.

To book Pete Trainor for a keynote, workshop, or panel chairing, requests must be made through specific contact routes rather than direct email for all inquiries. Speaking and PR requests are directed to a specific location, while book-related queries regarding his 2026 release 'Drawn to Extinction' require a separate subject line.

The business offers a specific service called 'Nexus Ai' which builds tools and frameworks to keep humans at the centre of the AI story. Additionally, Pete Trainor advises on the human consequences of AI systems across banking, health, and government sectors as part of his role as an AI ethicist.

According to the website, Pete Trainor has a broad range of interrelated skills that allow him to cover topics such as mental health applications in technology, AI ethics and governance, business strategy, and the future of financial services. He also specializes in designing with Big Tech and creating strategic roadmaps for AI integration.

The business has been active since at least 2017, when Pete Trainor published his bestselling book 'Human-Focused Digital' and was voted one of the 5 most influential people in the British digital industry by Econsultancy. He also founded and served as the inaugural chair of the AI Think Tank for BIMA.

Nexus Design targets audiences interested in creative and social technologies, data, and the physiological and psychological effects of technology on humanity. The company is particularly suited for those looking for a speaker who can tailor talks to specific audience themes and who values a human-centric approach to design.

The company claims to use AI systems to instantly turn ideas into ready-to-build projects, including CAD models, simulations, and full production plans. This feature is described as accessible even to those who do not know coding, engineering, or design tools.

News outlets and Reddit users have noted that Nexus Design AI can help users build complex projects without needing technical expertise. Some Reddit users also discussed a specific 'Nexus design' related to a game tutorial, noting that the new player experience and shop layout were sometimes considered not intuitive.

Pete Trainor's latest book, 'Drawn to Extinction', is scheduled for release in June 2026 and explores the relationship between humans and technology in an age of machine mimicry. Another upcoming book titled 'Hippo: Human-Focused Digital' is also mentioned on the site.

The business is located in London, UK, and serves clients globally through speaking engagements and digital tools. Contact for speaking and PR requests is handled through a specific route, while book-related queries are directed to a dedicated email address.

The website states that Pete Trainor is available to speak at events worldwide, but bookings and PR requests must be made through specific designated routes due to time demands. He also offers workshops and chairing services for panels and events.

The official website of Nexus Design is nexus.cx.