The Future Still Isn't What It Used To Be

Here’s some of my work as a Futurist and a glimpse into what else is capturing my curiosity. At this time, with the exception of a talk in my hometown of Monroe, WI, I am stepping back from the speaking circuit to focus on writing and learning new tools. The only way to tempt me out of this is with an absurdly large fee and/or an exotic locale. To contact me, use the LinkedIn or Instagram icons in the footer. (Also, as far as I know, this website does not track.)

From the Adhesive Tape Council to the National Demolition Association, these are more than a few of my past audiences.

A History with Futuristic Audiences

My 2023 talk on automation, curiosity, and the value of talking with strangers.

AIA-FLA Keynote

How to think like a Futurist and how to share that with others as if you know what you're talking about.

AIA-FLA Process & Presentation Breakout

An Unpredicted Keynote at the American Institute of Architectural Student Forum, 2013

AIAS: Putting the Argh! Back into Architect

From the early days of my speaking career, when kids said the darnedest things...

Fun Thank You Notes from Students

A few reasons you might want me to keynote your event - and a few reasons why you might not.

Why this Futurist?

Begun during the pandemic, I’ve created over 5000 buttons (over 600 of them are unique) and have given them all away. These are to audience members as well as leaving them in cafes, bars, on bulletin boards, window sills, and even throughout the Metropolitan Museum of Art. People need to think more and more deeply. Maybe it’s done one button at a time, and this is my small part of the rebellion.

My Random Acts of Philosophy Project

Comments from audience members throughout the years.

Client Comments

My 2015 article for AIA-NYC's Oculus Magazine on why thinking outside the box is a bad idea.

Thinking into Other Boxes

One of my ongoing research projects is about the Art Deco architecture of Milwaukee. (I used to lead an Art Deco MKE tour and so help me, I just might get around to doing it again.)

Art Deco Milwaukee

It always amazed me how many reporters had never heard the term "futurist" before.

Media Hits

My 2012 article for the Design Intelligence Journal on how take ownership of your future.

Maybe the Future's Just Not that into You