State of Futures
About the Event
🌟 Join us for an exciting in-person gathering of Futures Thinking & Foresight practitioners! This is your chance to connect, discuss the state of the field, and get to know each other better. We’ll use a relaxed workshop format to share ideas and summarize key insights. The event will last 3 hours, followed by an informal networking session for those who want to keep the conversation going! 🤝✨
Agenda
1. Welcome & Introductions (30 mins)
We’ll kick off the event with a warm welcome where everyone briefly introduces themselves. This will be a light, conversational start to get to know one another and share perspectives on the multidimensionality of the foresight field – how it spans industries & disciplines.
2. Value Pyramid (45 mins)
Next, we’ll dive into a structured but relaxed discussion, where we’ll organize our offerings according to the value they provide, and match them with relevant client groups. It’s a structured yet free-flowing discussion designed to spark ideas without getting too deep into specifics.
3. Break (15 mins)
4. Futures Speed Dating – Networking with a Twist (30 mins)
Here’s your chance to meet new people and exchange ideas quickly! Through Futures Speed Dating, we’ll network with prompts based around emerging trends. This is a fun and easy way to meet people, share thoughts, and discover new perspectives on the future.
5. Mapping Challenges & Opportunities (30 mins)
Together, we'll map out the key challenges in the foresight field and identify windows of opportunity. This is a collaborative exercise aimed at understanding where we can focus our efforts for positive change.
6. Wrap-Up (30 mins)
To close, we'll take a moment to recap key insights and reflections from the day. This is also a time to share any final thoughts or questions you may have about the future of foresight and the opportunities it holds
Who Should Attend?
👩💼👨🎨 This event is open to all Foresight & Futures Thinking practitioners with over a year of experience. Whether you're an academic, business professional, artist, designer, engineer, policymaker, researcher, or any kind of future-focused thinker, we’d love to have you with us!
Don't Miss Out!
⚡ Spaces are limited, so save the date and secure your spot today! 🗓️