Sean is the UK Assoc Partner for the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies. CIFS are a world leader in applying futures studies and foresight methodologies to societal and business challenges. Renowned for ‘applied thought-leadership’ their core advisory offerings inc scenario planning, risk assessment, innovation & strategic foresight.
The Institute (a non-profit think tank) is a truly global entity, working with public, private and academic organisations around the world. These inc Govt’s and Fortune 500 companies, to startups and NGOs.
Whether it’s macro speculative-futures ideation, or specific future-proofing activity, the aim is to assist clients in being ‘Futures Ready’. Sean consults, gives speeches and runs courses / workshops for CIFS, with a particular focus on Foresight-Driven Innovation (FDI).
Here's a video intro about the FDI course that Sean runs, where the approach is to leverage foresight to explore for potential future outcomes, by identifying ‘frictions and opportunities’.
It’s intended to be a catalyst that inspires growth, delivering ‘innovation with impact!’