He is the leading futurist strategizing for high impact surprises - wild cards that are global in scope, potentially disruptive, and intrinsically out of control. Petersen equips CEO's and scientist, university students and U.S. admirals with the knowledge they need to proactively design the future they desire, and better understand the uncertainties along the way. Washington D.C. The Arlington Institute concentrates on studies of the future with emphasis on the emerging global role of the U.S., the changing nature of the concept of national security and the development of the discipline of foresight. John Petersen is a network member of the Global Business Network and vice chairmen of the board of U.S. Navy Memorial Federation, serves on the Science Advisory Board for IBM and the advisory board for the public polling firm, Americans Talk Issues. His governmental and political experience includes stints at the National War College, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the National Security Council staff at the White House.
Admission is free.
The event will be held in the Ferguson Center Ballroom on the University of Alabama campus.