Angela Jackson

Dr. Angela Jackson is a recognized authority on the future of work and the CEO of Future Forward Strategies, a firm dedicated to unlocking organizational potential through continuous learning and innovation. A lecturer and researcher at Harvard University, Dr. Jackson helps leaders build high-performing workplaces that increase employee engagement, productivity, and sustainable growth. She’s a widely published expert, with articles in Harvard Business Review and Stanford Social Innovation Review, and regularly featured in media outlets such as Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, BBC, Fortune, and The Economist. A sought-after speaker, Angela has delivered keynotes at TED, South by Southwest, and ASU+GSV. Previously, Angela was Managing Partner at New Profit, where she launched the Future of Work Grand Challenge, successfully reskilling 25,000 workers impacted by COVID-19. She began her career in senior global leadership roles at Viacom and Nokia. Angela's debut book, The Win-Win Workplace: How Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-Line Success, released earlier this month, quickly became a New York Times, USA Today, and Los Angeles Times Best Seller. She also serves on the boards and advises leading organizations, including Arena Analytics, Guild Education, and Needham Bank.