Hello, I am
Laura
Bechthold
Researcher &
Educator
Author &
Speaker
working
towards a
future
for all
I am a professor for Technology Assessment & Cultural management at the Bavarian Foresight Institute. I am passionate about connecting disciplinary silos and shaping a future-ready society through responsible innovation and future(s) skills.
The future is already here – it's just not evenly distributed.
My Vision
A world in which we use technology as a means to foster an inclusive, multi-faceted, and prospering society.
My Mission
To foster foresight and responsible innovation for living and working in a sustainable and technologized society.
My Passion
Interdisciplinary and co-creative approaches for innovation, education and knowledge creation.
My Topics
As a social scientist, I am interested in the interactions and dynamics between technology and society. In my research, I am focusing on responsible innovation for emerging technologies.
I have a passion for designing serious games to promote deeper learning and foster critical thinking about societal issues and technological issues.
I love education! My goal is to empower individuals to develop future-oriented skills and navigate uncertainty through foresight, creativity, and adaptive learning.
I explore the use of imaginative, speculative thinking to unlock new narratives for the future and envision transformative solutions for tomorrow’s complex challenges.
My Offerings
Let’s co-create the future. Together.
Public Speaking
Inspiring talks and keynotes on foresight, futures literacy, diversity, science fiction, and the future of our society.
Advisory
I offer expert foresight advisory to help you identify future challenges and help your organization navigate future uncertainties and innovate responsibly for long-term success.
Exec. Education
I deliver tailored (executive) and highly innovative education programs that equip leaders with the tools to think ahead, innovate, and shape the future.
Wild Ideas
Let’s explore visionary concepts together — reach out to collaborate on groundbreaking ideas and innovative projects.
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