The FutureWork Institute
William Prensky has diverse work experience spanning several industries. William started their career as the President of Harry Gitlin Inc., where they served for over 15 years. William then ventured into the field of Traditional Medicine and Acupuncture, practicing privately for more than 40 years and actively participating in advising the White House Commission on CAM. Additionally, they founded professional societies and contributed to the design of the current educational system for new practitioners.
Prensky's career also includes positions as the Director of the Graduate Program in Oriental Medicine at Mercy College from 1996 to 2002 and serving as a board member for various organizations such as Camphill Village USA Inc, Camphill Association of North America, and the Camphill Foundation.
In 2003, Prensky became the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of FutureWork Institute. Subsequently, they established CNDG - Builders and Designers in Second Life in 2006, where they continue to serve as the owner. CNDG specializes in creating immersive workspaces for businesses in the virtual world, offering detailed reproductions of real-life settings and comprehensive facilitation of Second Life activities. Overall, William Prensky's work experience demonstrates their expertise in diverse fields and their ability to lead and innovate throughout their career.
William Prensky began their education in 1963 at the American School, although no degree or field of study is mentioned for this institution. From 1965 to 1971, they pursued a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Psychology at UCLA. Lastly, William attended the California Acupuncture College, where they obtained an O.M.D. degree in Oriental Medicine.
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The FutureWork Institute
The FutureWork Institute is a global consulting firm that translates future trends in the workplace and marketplace to transform organizations. We help our clients discover innovative ways to unleash the full potential of diversity and inclusion for business results. We see diversity and inclusion as a deeply rooted change process that involves a: MindShift: to see diversity and inclusion as a business strategy and make it a business priority HeartShift: to feel the power of diversity and inclusion and the impact of exclusion SkillShift: to give leaders, managers and individuals the tools and skills they need to leverage diversity and inclusion for results. We are a consulting firm with a 25-year history in the diversity and inclusion space (formerly with Towers Perrin, now Towers Watson) Over 100 experienced diversity consultants serving four continents Deep knowledge of workforce and workplace—today and 10 years into the future Change management approach to diversity and inclusion work Strategic alliances with the International MultiCultural Institute and TMAWorld Winner of American Institute for Managing Diversity’s Diversity Promise of Innovation Award