Richard Hames
Richard David Hames is a futurist, philosopher-activist, and foresight strategist, guiding world leaders, corporations, and institutions with pioneering methodologies to anticipate disruption, design regenerative futures, and navigate complex global change.
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Richard David Hames is a globally renowned philosopher-activist and strategic foresight expert. With multiple doctoral degrees and accolades including a Leverhulme European Fellowship and election as a Fellow of the World Academy of Art & Science, he has pioneered groundbreaking methodologies such as Deep Design, Transformational Narrative, and Systemic Acupuncture. Founder of the Centre for the Future and Chairman of the Asian Foresight Institute, Richard has been advising heads of state, global institutions, and multinational corporations. His foresight has anticipated seismic events—from the 9/11 hijackings to the financial crisis and the Arab Spring—showcasing his mastery of complex strategic navigation and the future of societal design.
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Belief
Living proof that more is possible, no matter the starting point.
Resilience
Practical strength they can use the moment they leave the room.
Permission
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Momentum
The motivation to act, reinvent and perform at a higher level.
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