
James Macken
Foresight Consultant

Brisbane
James is a consultant in our Australasia region and works with his team to assist clients in understanding the disruptions that are occurring and enables them to make the most of the emerging opportunities.
With a background in product development, creative intelligence and innovation, James brings technical skills along with creative problem solving through a foresight lens. He is experienced in service and experience design, as well as undergone training in applied design thinking and strategy consulting.
James has supported and co-facilitated many client workshops, which have been a part of larger strategy projects for the Queensland water sector and New South Wales waste sector. He has recently researched and published reports that explore the future of schools, the future of transport in Australia and New Zealand, the future of Singapore and the city of Perth in 2050.
James co-runs a masters course in Strategic Foresight for the University of New South Wales.