Dr. Angela Jackson

Biography

Angela Jackson is an Adjunct Lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Education, where her research focuses on the intersection of workforce development, education, and labor markets. She explores innovative business practices, skills-based hiring, and strategic investments that drive economic and social mobility. As the principal investigator at the Future Forward Institute, Angela leads groundbreaking research on the evolving nature of work and the role employers play in shaping equitable economic opportunities and policies that foster inclusive business growth. Her work examines how companies design talent strategies to enhance productivity while creating sustainable career pathways for workers. Angela is a sought-after thought leader, author, and adviser, helping organizations navigate the future of work through human-centered business practices. She is the author of 'Win-Win Workplace: Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-Line Success,' which highlights how thriving employees can positively impact organizational success. Angela frequently speaks at global convenings on topics related to future work, economic mobility, and workforce innovation.

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