Having collaborated with the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies over many years, Sean is now their UK Associate Partner. The Institute (a non-profit think tank) is a truly global entity, working with public, private and academic organisations around the world.
CIFS apply futures thinking to societal and business challenges via applied thought-leadership for Govt’s and Fortune 500 Co’s, Startups and NGOs. Core advisory offerings inc megatrend analysis, scenario planning, strategic development, and stimulating innovation.
Whether it’s ideating speculative-futures, or focusing on specific threats, the aim is to assist clients in being ‘Futures Ready’. Sean consults / gives speeches / runs courses for CIFS, particularly regarding his key specialism in Foresight-Driven Innovation.
Here's a video intro about the Foresight-Driven Innovation FDI course that Sean runs for the Institute, either by himself, or with colleagues.
FDI is all about encouraging a Now-Next-Why strategy that combines an understanding of emerging trends with an exploration of the future(s) to highlight ‘friction and opportunity’ spaces for adaptation and growth.
Hence, the course inc insights into classic & leading-edge innovation approaches, understanding how multi-sector innovators build success, views on anticipatory-leadership & how to build an innovation culture.
It’s intended to be a catalyst that helps deliver ‘innovation with impact!’