Episode Overview
The future is coming faster than ever—how can ERG leaders prepare for the changes ahead? In this episode of ERG Powertalk Podcast, Dr. Peter C. Bishop, Executive Director of Teach the Future, shares his expertise in strategic foresight and long-term planning to help ERG leaders anticipate and adapt to workplace evolution.
Dr. Bishop, a renowned futurist and former professor of Strategic Foresight at the University of Houston, has spent his career teaching organizations how to think about the future, develop scenarios, and create strategic plans. He has worked with NASA, IBM, Shell Pipeline, the CIA, and the Texas Department of Transportation, helping them navigate uncertainty with confidence.
This episode is essential for ERG leaders looking to future-proof their groups, stay ahead of trends, and drive meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving corporate landscape.
Key Takeaways:
✅ What strategic foresight is and why it matters for ERGs
✅ How ERG leaders can anticipate and prepare for workplace transformations
✅ Lessons from government, corporate, and nonprofit foresight strategies
✅ Practical tools to help ERGs stay relevant and future-ready
✅ Why Teach the Future is empowering organizations to embrace long-term planning
About Our Guest – Dr. Peter C. Bishop
Dr. Peter C. Bishop is a futurist, educator, and strategic foresight expert. He is the Executive Director of Teach the Future, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing futures thinking into education and leadership development.
Previously, Dr. Bishop served as Associate Professor of Strategic Foresight and Director of the Graduate Program in Foresight at the University of Houston. He has authored Thinking About the Future (2007) and Teaching About the Future (2012), both with co-author Andy Hines.
Throughout his career, Dr. Bishop has consulted for organizations like NASA, IBM, the Shell Pipeline Corporation, and the CIA, guiding them through scenario planning, strategic visioning, and long-term forecasting.
Resources & Links:
🌍 Learn More About Teach the Future
📖 Thinking About the Future – Book by Dr. Peter Bishop
🔗 Connect with Dr. Peter Bishop on LinkedIn: Peter C. Bishop
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