The Association of Professional Futurists runs events for members and the public. On occasion, related non-APF futures events are included. All times are Eastern Time Zone/US. 

The APF also runs a site to support its monthly Twitter @futrchats. Details of the chat, and related blog posts are on this site at: http://profuturists.posterous.com/

Upcoming events

    • 23 May 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 28 May 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Little Bigs - May 2013

    Summary this is an APF Virtual Gathering on Adobe Connect for 2013.

    The format is rapid fire, multiple speakers on topics about the future(s). Each Speaker gets 5 minutes! to make their point. Expect lively moderated Q&A and discussion following the presentations.

    The session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST]

    Invited by Jim Breaux Breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: 05/28/2013 3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

    The agenda is:

    • 10 minutes Logistics
    • 30 minutes for 5 minute presentations
    • 20 minutes moderated Q&A

    The URL is:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/apfvg_lb_may/

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    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    • 06 Jun 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Adobe Connect
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 20 Jun 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 25 Jun 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Little Bigs - June 2013

    Summary this is an APF Virtual Gathering on Adobe Connect for 2013.

    The format is rapid fire, multiple speakers on topics about the future(s). Each Speaker gets 5 minutes! to make their point. Expect lively moderated Q&A and discussion following the presentations.

    The session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST]

    Invited by Jim Breaux Breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: 06/25/2013 3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

    A URL will be provided when registration is opened.

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    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    • 11 Jul 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Virtual Gathering - July 2013

    Please join me in an Adobe Connect Meeting
    Meeting Name: APF Virtual Gathering - July 2013

    Summary: This will be an APF Virtual Gathering.
    This gathering is based on a single speaker topic followed by a moderated Q & A discussion. The Session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST].
    Invited by Jim Breaux breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: July 11, 2013 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
    Speaker: Terry Grim
    Topic: Foresight Maturity Model

    Agenda:
    • Warm up and Welcome 10 minutes
    • Speaker 30 minutes
    • Moderated Q & A 20 minutes
    Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US and Canada)

    A URL will be added when registration is opened


    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.


    • 19 Jul 2013
    • 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM (CDT)
    • Catalyst Ranch, 656 W. Randolph, Suite 3W, Chicago, IL 60661
    APF Professional Development Seminar 

    Location: 
    Catalyst Ranch, Chicago, IL
    http://www.catalystranch.com/

    ProDev in Chicago


    Program:
    The Pro Dev Seminar is an informative, entertaining, collegial day with the focus on the development of our profession and field. 

    Light breakfast, snacks and lunch included.

    Join APF members at this annual seminar. For questions, queries and to volunteer contact Heather Schlegel at heathervescent at gmail.com or 
    Jennifer Jarratt at jjarratt at leadingfuturists.biz. 


    Agenda available to registered attendees. Please note that registration fees will go up June 16, 2013. 

    • 20 Jul 2013
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • TBD - a cool place in Chicago, Illinois
    Get together with fellow futurists for happy hour on Saturday evening in Chicago!  

    Enjoy light food, drinks, and all around charming group. Bring a friend, spouse, futurist, limit one guest per member, and contact us if you have more. Non-APF futurists welcome.

    We will be recognizing the Most Significant Futures Works winners and Student Recognition Project winners, and highlighting the Future of Foresight Project by APF.

    Directions from the hotel to be supplied when available.   
      
    Please RSVP by Tuesday July 16th so we can get a head count for food. Estimate if you plan to bring a guest.

    If you are in or near Chicago, plan on it! Questions, please contact Heather Schlegel.  
    • 21 Jul 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Chicago
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 25 Jul 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 30 Jul 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Little Bigs - July 2013

    Summary this is an APF Virtual Gathering on Adobe Connect for 2013.

    The format is rapid fire, multiple speakers on topics about the future(s). Each Speaker gets 5 minutes! to make their point. Expect lively moderated Q&A and discussion following the presentations.

    The session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST]

    Invited by Jim Breaux Breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: 07/30/2013 3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

    A URL will be provided when registration is opened.

    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    • 08 Aug 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Adobe Connect
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 15 Aug 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 27 Aug 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Little Bigs - August 2013

    Summary this is an APF Virtual Gathering on Adobe Connect for 2013.

    The format is rapid fire, multiple speakers on topics about the future(s). Each Speaker gets 5 minutes! to make their point. Expect lively moderated Q&A and discussion following the presentations.

    The session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST]

    Invited by Jim Breaux Breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: 08/27/2013 3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

    A URL will be provided when registration is opened.

    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    • 05 Sep 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Adobe Connect
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 12 Sep 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    APF Virtual Gathering - September 2013

    Please join me in an Adobe Connect Meeting
    Meeting Name: APF Virtual Gathering - September 2013

    Summary: This will be an APF Virtual Gathering #apfvg
    This gathering is based on a single speaker topic followed by a moderated Q & A discussion. The Session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST].
    Invited by Jim Breaux breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: September 12, 2013 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
    Speaker: To Be Announced
    Topic: To Be Announced

    Agenda:
    • Warm up and Welcome 10 minutes
    • Speaker 30 minutes
    • Moderated Q & A 20 minutes
    Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US and Canada)

    A URL will be added when registration is opened


    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.


    • 19 Sep 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 24 Sep 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Little Bigs - September 2013

    Summary this is an APF Virtual Gathering on Adobe Connect for 2013.

    The format is rapid fire, multiple speakers on topics about the future(s). Each Speaker gets 5 minutes! to make their point. Expect lively moderated Q&A and discussion following the presentations.

    The session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST]

    Invited by Jim Breaux Breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: 09/24/2013 3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

    A URL will be provided when registration is opened.

    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    • 03 Oct 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Adobe Connect
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 17 Oct 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 22 Oct 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    Little Bigs - October 2013

    Summary this is an APF Virtual Gathering on Adobe Connect for 2013.

    The format is rapid fire, multiple speakers on topics about the future(s). Each Speaker gets 5 minutes! to make their point. Expect lively moderated Q&A and discussion following the presentations.

    The session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST]

    Invited by Jim Breaux Breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: 10/22/2013 3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

    A URL will be provided when registration is opened.

    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    • 07 Nov 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Adobe Connect
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 14 Nov 2013
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • On Line

    APF Virtual Gathering - November 2013

    Please join me in an Adobe Connect Meeting
    Meeting Name: APF Virtual Gathering - March 2013

    Summary: This will be a APF Virtual Gathering.
    This gathering is based on a single speaker topic followed by a moderated Q & A discussion. The Session kicks off at 3:00 PM EST [15:00 EST].
    Invited by Jim Breaux breauxjw@gmail.com

    When: November 14, 2013 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
    Speaker: To Be Announced
    Topic: To Be Announced

    Agenda:
    • Warm up and Welcome 10 minutes
    • Speaker 30 minutes
    • Moderated Q & A 20 minutes
    Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US and Canada)

    A URL will be added when registration is opened


    ~~~ ~~~ ~~~

    If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:

    Test your connection:

    http://futurists.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

    Get a quick overview:

    http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect.html

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.


    • 28 Nov 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

    • 05 Dec 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Adobe Connect
    Monthly board meeting. Date and time listed as US Eastern.

     



    • 19 Dec 2013
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online @ Twitter #futrchat

    Join the fast-paced APF Twitter #futrchat.  We hold a monthly chat on the third Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 ET (US) and draw a global participation of futurists and others.

    Please check the APF Twitter chat site where you will find posts relating to each month's futrchat. Submit comments or blog posts of your own for crossposting.

    If you would like to co-host a chat on a particular topic, contact Cindy Frewen @urbanverse, Jennifer Jarratt @jenjarratt, or Guy Yeomans @guyyeomans APF Social Media Wizards.

    You don't have to register for #futrchat but remember to put the dates in your diary each month and retweet announcements before the event.

Past events

09 May 2013 APF Virtual Gathering - May 2013
02 May 2013 Board Meeting
02 May 2013 Annual Gathering: PLAY: Games, Simulations and The Future.
23 Apr 2013 APF Virtual Gathering #apfvg - April 2013
18 Apr 2013 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
04 Apr 2013 Board Meeting
26 Mar 2013 Little Bigs - March 2013
21 Mar 2013 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
14 Mar 2013 Virtual Gathering - March 2013: Oliver Markley -- To Be Rescheduled!
07 Mar 2013 Board Meeting
26 Feb 2013 Little Bigs - February 2013
21 Feb 2013 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat - Future of Obesity
20 Feb 2013 Board Meeting
29 Jan 2013 Little Bigs - January 2013
24 Jan 2013 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
10 Jan 2013 Virtual Gathering - January 2013
10 Jan 2013 Board Meeting - 2013 Workshop 2
03 Jan 2013 Board Meeting - 2013 Workshop 1
20 Dec 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
13 Dec 2012 Board Meeting
30 Nov 2012 Manoa Futures Symposium: Emerging Futures & Futurists
29 Nov 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat Future of Conferences (w/ Manoa Emerging Futurists Symposium)
08 Nov 2012 Board Meeting
18 Oct 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
04 Oct 2012 Board Meeting
27 Sep 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat - Future of Tech for Kids cohost Jake Dunagan IFTF
10 Sep 2012 APF EU Annual Gathering: Emergence: The Future of New Government and Economic Models
16 Aug 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
29 Jul 2012 Board Meeting
28 Jul 2012 APF Members Reception + APF Ten Year Anniversary
28 Jul 2012 APF Town Hall Meeting
27 Jul 2012 Professional Development Seminar
19 Jul 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
12 Jul 2012 Board Meeting
21 Jun 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat - Future of Higher Education
07 Jun 2012 Board Meeting
17 May 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
03 May 2012 Board Meeting
19 Apr 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
12 Apr 2012 Board Meeting
22 Mar 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat "Identity & the Future of I"
01 Mar 2012 Board Meeting
16 Feb 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
09 Feb 2012 Board Meeting
19 Jan 2012 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
12 Jan 2012 Board Meeting
05 Jan 2012 Board Meeting
15 Dec 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
08 Dec 2011 Board Meeting
17 Nov 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
10 Nov 2011 Board Meeting
20 Oct 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
06 Oct 2011 Board Meeting
15 Sep 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat
01 Sep 2011 Board Meeting
18 Aug 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat: The Future of Human Rights
21 Jul 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat: The Future of Design
10 Jul 2011 Board Meeting
09 Jul 2011 APF Members Reception
08 Jul 2011 Professional Development Seminar: What is the Pro Futurist’s Value Proposition?
08 Jul 2011 WFS Conference: Moving from Vision to Action
23 Jun 2011 Board Meeting
16 Jun 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat: The Future of Limited Resources
26 May 2011 Board Meeting
19 May 2011 #Futrchat APF Twitter Chat: The Future of Power: Personal, Social, Political
10 May 2011 Profutures: Future Insights presented by the Association of Professional Futurists
 

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