What are the top 10 trends for the next ten years? Download the report here.

2024 is expected to be a year of disruption. Times of disruption favor leaders with a clear and relevant vision who are prepared to innovate and take bold action.

In this live event, economist and top-50 professional futurist Rebecca Ryan, APF and her colleague will discuss the threats and opportunities inherent in disruption, plus results of the 2024 Leadership Survey:

* What tailwinds are expected to accelerate progress?

* What headwinds are expected to impede progress?

* What weak signals - early change indicators - have leaders' attention now?

* What "black swans" - unexpected events - could significantly alter the trajectories of American businesses, communities, and nonprofits?

Panelists include:

* David G. Brown, award-winning Chamber executive, catalytic leader and community-builder

* Yasemin Arikan, MA, futurist and social scientist

All registrants will receive:

* 30-day access to the event recording

* A PDF of the report, "Now + Next: Leaders’ Optimism for the Near Term + Concerns About the Future"

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Position Yourself for the Future: The Top Ten Trends with Rebecca Ryan & Co.
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12:00 to 1:00 PM Central (Chicago)

Imagine a world a decade from now. How prepared are you to thrive? Join Rebecca Ryan, an economist and top-50 professional futurist, for an exclusive session on: "Ten Trends You'll Face in the Next Ten Years."

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The future of communities: Live signals and sensemaking panel
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4:00 to 5:00 PM Central (Chicago)

Ever wondered where the next big shift is coming from? It's not in the headlines you read today but in the subtle signals lurking in the shadows. MIT Sloane believes that spotting and interpreting these signals is an essential skill for leaders.

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Are You Okay? Even Visionaries get the Blues with Kate Moreland & Rebecca Ryan, APF
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
12:00 to 1:00 PM Central (Chicago)

Change is hard. It often relies on guidance from you - forward-thinking leaders who light the way and keep people motivated. But even the most inspiring leaders can face moments of doubt and exhaustion.

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From “Boo” to Boo-yah! How to Bring Shine to Online Facilitation
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
12:00 to 2:00 PM Central (Chicago)

Participants who complain about Zoom fatigue haven’t experienced engaging, well-run online meetings. Whether you are a coach, a facilitator, or a team leader, you know that online meetings are here to stay.


Join three trainers with over 30 years of experience for an information-packed, hands-on workshop where you will learn, experience, and practice 17 techniques to use BEFORE, DURING, and at the CLOSE of online meetings.


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