Conversations with the Future: Visions & Destinations, Evening Symposium

Welcome to an engaging event where we'll dive into thought-provoking discussions about the future. Join us for an evening that includes insightful talks, interactive Q&A with the speakers, delicious bites, and networking opportunities. This in-person event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and explore the possibilities that lie ahead. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of shaping the future together!

Agenda-At-A-Glance:

Arrival & Networking: 6:15 PM

Light snacks & bottled water will be provided. Vegan option available.

Program Start Time: 7:00 PM sharp

Individual Speaker Sessions (20-minutes each)
- Eric Boyd: "Prefiguring A Future Where Humans, Technology, & Nature All Get Along"
- Nikola Danaylov: "Our Future is Framed; Unleashing the Power of the Context Effect"
- Maggie Greyson: "All Museums are about the Future"

Moderated Panel Discussion (All Speakers led by Trevor Haldenby)

Audience Q&A

Program End & Networking: 9:00 PM

Event End: 9:30 PM

Featured Speakers:

Nikola Danaylov, Speaker

Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker, Technology Raconteur, and Futurist Philosopher who has spent the last 20 years studying technological change, helping people adapt to Future Shock. Nik translates complex trends into simple stories that help people understand and embrace rather than fear the future, deal with Future Shock, and give birth to their best ideas. Nik is the founder of Singularity Weblog.

Eric Boyd, Speaker

Technologist. Investor. Futurist. Maker. Yogi. Philosopher. Spreadsheet lover. Gamer. Programmer. Event & Community Organizer. Space geek. Robot Enthusiast. Solar Punk.

Maggie Greyson MDes, Speaker

An internationally recognized, award-winning futurist and designer. She helps organizations and individuals imagine the future(s) to make better decisions today and tomorrow. Maggie is passionate about helping museums to recognize their potential and helping the public become comfortable with complexity through futures work. She is on the Board of the Association of Professional Futurists and a member of FORMS Futures-Oriented Museums Synergies, a global network of museum directors and associates. She never imagined that her career as a set and lighting designer would buy her a ticket to a PhD in Architecture and Design Research roller coaster. She's just buckled into the next ride of her life.

Trevor Haldenby, MC & Moderator

Trevor Haldenby is an imaginative futurist who helps leadership teams tell new kinds of stories about the world of tomorrow. He has presented and performed at TED, the World Future Society Conference, Autodesk University, Merging Media, DIY Days, TEDx OCADU, and the CBC.

Featured Artist, Special Guest Appearance:

JUNO-Award Winner Bob DeAngelis will be playing during the arrival/networking portion of the evening.

Venue Information:

The location is situated in the Mimico, Ontario area (the closest main intersection is Parklawn & Lakeshore)

Venue address will be shared with ticket-holders only.

We recommend having dinner before you arrive. Light snacks & bottled water will be available.

TTC streetcar access is nearby

Free parking is available on-site

Access Notes:

This venue is wheelchair accessible. For complete access notes on the space & additional accommodations, please email us, and we would be more than happy to assist!

Contact Info:

Julie Danaylov, Event Coordinator, julie.a2d2@gmail.com

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