Dr. Angela Jackson, a Workplace Futurist and ESG expert, is at the forefront of reshaping the future of work. As a lecturer at Harvard University on leadership and organizational change and as the founder of Future Forward Strategies, a labor market intelligence and strategy firm, she collaborates with Fortune 500 companies, growth-stage startups, and policymakers, offering valuable research and insights into the ever-evolving landscape of work. Earlier in her career, Dr. Jackson held global operating roles with Viacom and Nokia, leading major P&Ls and driving significant year-on-year profitability increases.

A prominent figure in the future of work sphere, Dr. Jackson possesses a deep understanding of the technological trends reshaping organizations and the essential human capital infrastructure needed for businesses to maintain their competitive edge. With a rich history as a senior advisor, Dr. Jackson specializes in aligning social impact goals with broader business objectives. She firmly believes that business serves as a pivotal platform for effecting change. Currently, she serves as a board member and advisor to various public, private, and nonprofit boards, including Arena Analytics, Guild Education, and Needham Bank.

As a subject matter expert in the future of work and learning, Dr. Jackson is widely published in leading journals, including Fast Company, Fortune, Forbes, Newsweek, Harvard Business Review, and Stanford Social Innovation Review, and has spoken at numerous conferences, including the Economist, Wall Street Journal, and TED conferences. Her forthcoming book, The Win-Win Workplace: How Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-Line Success, releases on March 11, 2025.