Global Authority on the Future of Work and AI-Driven Workforce Strategies; Executive Fellow at Harvard Business School's Digital, Design and Data Institute; Author of "Open Talent: Leveraging the Global Workforce to Solve Your Biggest Challenges"
John Winsor Biography
John Winsor is a globally recognized leader in the future of work and AI-driven workforce strategies. An Executive Fellow at Harvard Business School's AI Institute (and previously its Laboratory for Innovation Science), he focuses on the evolving intersection of work, technology, and talent. He is also the founder and CEO of Open Assembly, which provides content, community, and strategic advising to help organizations co-create the future of work.
Winsor is dedicated to empowering leaders to confidently navigate digital disruption and harness the transformative potential of AI. A serial entrepreneur, six-time author, and global thought leader, he uniquely blends strategic foresight with entrepreneurial agility, guiding organizations through profound technological change with clarity, insight, and measurable impact. His work emphasizes resilience, curiosity, and human-centric leadership, drawn from a career in high-stakes entrepreneurship where adaptability and innovation determine success.
In his earlier career, Winsor was Global Chief Innovation Officer of Havas, which acquired his open advertising agency, Victors & Spoils, the first creative agency built on the principles of crowdsourcing and co-creation. He earlier founded Radar Communications, an open strategy and research company, as well as Sports & Fitness Publishing (sold to Conde Nast) and the Gravity Games (sold to NBC). He has advised Fortune 500 corporations, technology startups, consulting firms, and private equity groups, and is a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review, The Guardian, Forbes, and Digiday.
Winsor's leadership insights are enriched by his passion for adventure sports, including skiing, surfing, and climbing from Fiji to Alaska, which offer powerful metaphors for navigating uncertainty.
John Winsor Speaking Topics
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AI and The Future of Work
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.
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The Battle for Talent
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.
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John Winsor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as AI and The Future of Work, The Battle for Talent, Power of the Crowd, The Great Resignation and Organizational Transformation. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Winsor for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. John Winsor generally travels from Boulder, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Heather E. McGowan, Kate O'Neill, Elatia Abate, Erica Orange and R "Ray" Wang. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Winsor for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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