What Does a Futurist Do? A Guide for Business Leaders

What Does a Futurist Do? A Guide for Business Leaders

What does a Futurist do? The world is shifting at an unprecedented pace. Emerging technologies, evolving consumer behaviors, and global disruptions are reshaping industries faster than most businesses can adapt. The question is: How do you stay ahead vs. constantly playing catch-up? This is where a professional futurist comes in. But let’s be clear—futurists aren’t fortune tellers, and they don’t predict the future with a crystal ball in hand. Rather, they analyze future trends, interpret current trends, and help businesses anticipate change, with the goal of creating a better future.

2025 Top 30 Global Futurists, Innovators & Thought Leaders, Guide Featured by CBS and Fox

2025 Top 30 Global Futurists, Innovators & Thought Leaders, Guide Featured by CBS and Fox

The new guide highlights the top names among Futurists worldwide, selected for their contributions to the futures space and to their respective fields at large. The list features various professionals, from business leaders to education professionals, all of whom are working to advance humanity in some way.

What Qualifies Someone to be a Futurist

What Qualifies Someone to be a Futurist

The role of a futurist may sound like it belongs to the realm of science fiction, but in reality, futurists play a vital role in helping organizations, governments, and individuals prepare for what lies ahead. Whether it’s forecasting market trends, anticipating technological advancements, or imagining solutions to pressing global issues, futurists are change-makers who blend creativity, data, and strategy. But what qualifies someone to call themselves a futurist? Let’s break it down.

Booking the Perfect Keynote Speaker on Innovation: A Guide

Booking the Perfect Keynote Speaker on Innovation: A Guide

Looking for a keynote speaker on innovation? Innovation is the lifeblood of progress in today's fast-paced world. Whether you're a business leader, event organizer, or part of an academic institution, you know the importance of staying ahead of the curve. This is where a keynote speaker on innovation comes into play. A dynamic and insightful speaker can ignite fresh ideas, drive motivation, and inspire meaningful change. In this guide, we'll explore the role of a keynote speaker on innovation and how to find the perfect one for your next event.

CBC Radio Features Futurist and Strategist, Lindsay Angelo, on the Future of Markets

CBC Radio Features Futurist and Strategist, Lindsay Angelo, on the Future of Markets

Predicting the future of markets and consumerism with the brilliant Paul Haavardsrud - catch it on CBC Radio!

Innovation Leader Features Consumer Thought Leader, Lindsay Angelo on Innovation Trends

Innovation Leader Features Consumer Thought Leader, Lindsay Angelo on Innovation Trends

My prediction for 2019: the blurring of sectors will gain steam. We’ll see more sectors colliding and combining to create something bigger and more impactful than each could do on its own. Think co-working spaces meet retail, art meets yoga, burgers meet shoes. In fact, as I write this, I sit at WeWork with a live Christmas retail marketplace happening around me, representing the coming together of two concepts in a not-so-obvious way.

A glimpse into Future Stores, Seattle, WA

A glimpse into Future Stores, Seattle, WA

Coming off of another mind-bending year at Future Stores, I left inspired and energized at what the future of retail has in store! What better way to capture than through the power of visuals - see below for the highlights:

Keynote: Tackling the democratization of retail, Seattle, WA

Keynote: Tackling the democratization of retail, Seattle, WA

Another successful and mind-bending Future Stores! I'm dedicating this post to an inspirational video that speaks to an aspirational consumer we're seeing more and more of these days; one on a quest towards self actualization...