Tom Mandel (futurist)

Tom Mandel is a futurist and consultant specializing in strategic foresight and scenario planning. He has worked with a variety of organizations across diverse sectors, helping them anticipate and prepare for potential future trends and disruptions. His expertise lies in identifying emerging technologies, societal shifts, and geopolitical developments that may impact businesses, governments, and individuals.

Mandel’s work involves analyzing data, conducting research, and facilitating workshops to develop plausible scenarios of the future. He then helps clients develop strategies to navigate these potential futures, mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities. He has published numerous articles and reports on future trends, and is a frequent speaker at conferences and industry events. His commentary often focuses on the intersection of technology, culture, and business strategy.

Mandel's career has spanned various consulting firms and think tanks. He often advises on topics such as the future of work, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the evolving geopolitical landscape. His approach emphasizes a holistic understanding of interconnected trends and their potential cascading effects.