Tom Harries

Tom Harries is the Co-founder and CEO of Earth, a company reimagining funerals through an environmentally-friendly alternative to burial and cremation.1 He founded Earth in August 2020 and is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.1

Earth's innovative process transforms bodies into nutrient-rich soil over 30 days, offering families a portion of the soil while using the remainder for conservation efforts.1 The company's approach is carbon-neutral and digital-first, emphasizing best-in-class family care.1

Prior to Earth, Harries founded Tulip, a company focused on reinventing the cremation experience, which was acquired by Foundation Partners Group.1 He also founded Funeral Arrangements, a service to efficiently inform family and friends of funeral details, which was later acquired by Dignity Plc.1

Harries has a background in the funeral industry, having worked as a Digital Consultant for Dignity Plc, the UK's leading funeral provider.1 He holds a BA in French from the University of Bristol.1

In April 2022, Harries announced that Earth had secured a $10 million seed round of funding2, demonstrating significant investor interest in the company's innovative approach to end-of-life services.