Nan Nelson, Economic Transformation Signals Team
The concept of personhood is important – “persons” have rights. The trend of expanding the concept of personhood (to include pets?) began in ancient times and is likely to continue. Let’s look at the arc of change and what the implications might be for food, medicine, computing (AI) and the law. Read about the rights of personhood.
Jim Golembeski, Upward Mobility Signals Team
Everyone faces obstacles going through life. Some things just happen, and others are self-inflicted. Sara Williams has used her challenges to build an even better life. She’s the Community Organizer and spokesperson for JOSHUA, promoting the worth and dignity of every human person through social justice. Read about Sara’s work.
Amanda Johnson, Howe Community Resource Center
I participated in the Envision training due to its novelty and unique approach. Initially, I approached it with a degree of skepticism. However, what I learned fundamentally shifted my perspective and fueled my curiosity. Read how signals improve decision making.
Dave Wegge, Foresight Committee
Scholars have long tried to identify and explain generational differences. Classic theories tend to focus on major events as the primary explanatory factors. As we study the future and apply Strategic Foresight to identify plausible futures, we need to pay attention to these generational differences. I have found a new book on that topic that I highly recommend. Learn about the book on generational differences.
Nan Nelson, Economic Transformation Signals Team
In late 2023, Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke noted that the biggest problem to solve along the way to becoming the first carrier with one million zero-emission miles was high capacity, high speed charging for the battery-electric fleet based in California. The range is only about 200 miles, and weather is a big factor in holding a charge. Now the company is exploring a move to hydrogen fuel. Read about Schneider’s progress.
Jeanne Stangel, President and CEO, Curative Connections
For more than 75 years Curative Connections has been helping individuals and families seeking with support and care due to aging, dementia, brain injury or disability. Most recently, we enrolled a leadership team in Strategic Foresight training through Envision. When it concluded, we asked Garry Golden to train our directors and entire leadership team. He has helped us think about what Curative Connection can be in the future. Read about Curative Connection’s work.
Natalie Bomstad, Health and Well-Being Signals Team
The foundation of a vibrant, thriving future is one in which our people and places are both healthy and well. Envision’s Health and Well-Being Signals Team takes a multi-dimensional, holistic approach to health and well-being, similar to the World Health Organization’s definition. Our domain map focuses on five core elements that seek to build a proactive culture of health and well-being across Northeast Wisconsin. Read about signals of local well-being.
Tom Schumacher, Housing and Safety Signals Team
How do you keep the lights on during the next big power outage? The answer might be right in your refrigerator. Factors converging in the direction of distributed energy storage might one day make your home more energy resilient. Batteries are taking centerstage in this transition, and advances in battery technology are making the scenario more feasible. Read about whole-house batteries.
Jim Golembeski, Upward Mobility Signals Team
Recently I had the pleasure of getting a root canal. The experience was not as bad as I thought it would be, but the real problem was that the oral surgeon kept up a one-sided conversation to which I was unable to reply. He kept talking about people unwilling to work. I wanted to say, “show me where they are,” but, under the circumstances… Read about Pain in the Workforce.
Beverly French, Arts, Culture and Entertainment Signals
In 2015, our local Green Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau wanted to build a visitor center – a welcoming front door to our community. But, to create a welcome center that would require fundraising, building design, content creation, and programming. The Chamber needed the right leader to make it happen. Read about Cameron Teske and Discover Green Bay!