How will spending change in future?
To celebrate ten years of its industry-leading research on consumer spending habits, Barclays created a major report on how spending patterns have changed over the last decade. They commissioned William Higham to write the conclusion: a look at the future of spending.
How will global luxury develop in future?
Forbes interviews William for an article on the future of Luxury. tldr: it’s all about analogue.
What will drive the future of philanthropy?
William was interviewed by Esquire about the future of philanthropy and whether Millennials hold the key
Will young people ever drink alcohol in future?
William interviewed by Newsweek on Gen Z’s negative attitude towards alcohol: something he identified years before many drinks companies did.
Could the hipster workplace be bad for your health?
Could the hipster workplace be bad for your health? In my former office, the company didn’t supply staff with hot drinks. This led to a collection of milk bottles in the shared fridge, with passive-aggressive notes scribbled across them. That office culture was a far cry from some of the modern setups you can find today […]
Who are the best speakers on the future globally?
Will the luxury home thrive in uncertain times?

William’s talk for Aga Rangemaster on the future of the luxury home. As the home becomes increasingly important in uncertain times, tomorrow’s luxury spaces will be all about: Calm, Care and Community.