Innovator, Entrepreneur, Author and Speaker on The Future of Work
Perfect for: Organizations looking for the insights they need to navigate an AI-driven future confidently, emphasizing curiosity, agility, and bold exploration. John's clients don't just adapt—they thrive by turning uncertainty into opportunity.
John Winsor is an entrepreneur, thought-leader and global authority on the future of work, open talent and remote work.
Recently, he has been leading a global industry coalition made up 4000 global leaders in the open talent and innovation industry to start a non-profit trade association, The Center for the Transformation of Work with the goal of Transforming work for a billion people by 2025.
John is currently the executive-in-residence at Harvard Business School’s Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard (LISH), which studies AI and Workforce Transformation strategies, and founder and CEO of Open Assembly, a company that provides content, community, and strategic advising to organizations, people, and platforms to co-create the future of work.
Recently, he has been leading a global industry coalition made up 4000 global leaders in the open talent and innovation industry to start a non-profit trade association, The Center for the Transformation of Work with the goal of Transforming work for a billion people by 2025.
John is a bestselling author of 7 books including, “Open Talent: Leveraging the Global Crowd to Solve Your Biggest Challenges, published by Harvard Business Press, Beyond the Brand, Spark, Flipped,and the best-selling Baked In,.
"John Winsor is an authority on open innovation. He is one of those rare individuals who sees the forest and the trees with equal clarity, having been a leading practitioner, an advisor, and one of the thought leaders in this field."
VICE PROVOST FOR ADVANCES IN LEARNING, HARVARD UNIVERSITY
The convergence of AI and the future of talent will redefine the way we approach work, unleashing untapped potential and fostering unprecedented collaboration. As AI continues to augment our capabilities, it becomes crucial for individuals and organizations to embrace a mindset of adaptability and lifelong learning to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape. By harnessing the transformative power of AI, we can collectively unlock new opportunities, drive innovation, and create a more resilient and inclusive global workforce.
The ongoing battle for talent has intensified in recent years, forcing organizations to reevaluate their strategies and embrace new paradigms for attracting and retaining top talent. In this hypercompetitive landscape, fostering a culture of openness, collaboration, and adaptability will be key to winning the hearts and minds of skilled professionals. By leveraging the power of open talent ecosystems and prioritizing employee well-being, companies can stay ahead in the talent race and secure a prosperous future in an ever-changing world.
The power of the crowd represents a transformative force in the world of work, enabling organizations to tap into diverse perspectives, knowledge, and skills beyond their immediate sphere. By harnessing this collective intelligence, we can unlock unprecedented levels of innovation, problem-solving, and adaptability in the face of complex challenges. Embracing the crowd’s potential paves the way for a more connected, inclusive, and resilient future, where collaboration transcends boundaries and fuels our shared progress
John talks about how the business landscape is shifting, and how companies can (and must) drive innovation.
You will be disrupted... so what's next?
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