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The Association PodcastHuman-First Approaches: AI, Ethics, and Association Boards with Jeff De Cagna, AIMP, FRSA, FASAEOn this episode of The Association Podcast, we welcome repeat guest Jeff De Cagna, AIMP, FRSA, FASAE, and Executive Advisor at Foresight First LLC, for a deep dive into the challenges and considerations involving AI and association boards. We discuss the Future of Association Boards (FAB) Report, which De Cagna curated and edited, touching on the importance of creating a better future for association boards. Jeff stresses the need for ethical reflection in adopting AI, the concept of stewardship over traditional leadership, and fostering humanity within organizational purposes. The conversation also covers practical approaches for boards, board readiness, and a...
2025-12-2355 min
Association StrongAssociation Boards and AI... The Big Questions to be AskingIn this thought-provoking episode of Association Strong, hosts Dave Will and Tom Morrison sit down with Jeff De Cagna, a leading voice on association foresight and strategy, to unpack the critical conversations every board should be having about Artificial Intelligence.
From rethinking governance and member value to understanding the ethical and strategic implications of AI, this episode dives deep into how associations can embrace AI as a catalyst for innovation and growth—not a threat to tradition.
If you’re a CEO, board member, or association professional looking to lead confidently in the age of AI...
2025-11-041h 01
Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRadio Free 501c: The Future of Association Boards with Jeff De Cagna October 27, 2025It's time for Episode 304 of Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting. Jeff De Cagna AIMP DAIG FRSA FASAE, Executive Advisor, Foresight First, joins me for an in-depth conversation about association Boards. The discussion focuses on the paper that came out 90 days ago, "The Future of Association Boards" or FAB for short. Jeff created a community to identify all the angles of board activity and this paper provides insights, advice, and suggestions for any association (or any nonprofit) to help their Board do their best work and have a valuable experience. You don't want to miss th...
2025-10-2748 min
The Association Adviser Podcast#23: How to Build a Future-Adaptive Association with Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First LLCHow do you prepare your association for a future full of unknowns? That’s the big question we tackle in today’s episode with Jeff De Cagna, AIMP, DAIG, FRSA, FASAE,Executive Advisor of Foresight First LLC.With more than three decades in the association world, Jeff is known for challenging leaders to embrace the duty of foresight—to anticipate disruption, rethink old assumptions, and set their organizations up to thrive in the long term.In this conversation, Christine and Jeff dig into the forces reshaping associations today...
2025-09-2924 min
EO 360°: A podcast by the Entrepreneurs' OrganizationAI Part 1 - The Perils | Jeff De CagnaJeff De Cagna is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, futurist, and keynote speaker. He's the executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, a governing orientation that "prioritizes the future and challenges association and non-profit boards to question their orthodox beliefs." As of August 26, 2025, ChatGPT, a popular generative AI-chatbot, has been out for 1000 days. In those 1000 days, the AI landscape has changed tremendously. While there have been positive developments as a result of the generative AI boom, Jeff and Dave take a closer look at how AI has impacted the world. Links: MIT AI Risk R...
2025-08-201h 07
Association Rockstars2024 Rockstar RoundtableWatch as Lowell Aplebaum interviews Hester Ndoja, Matt Gruhn, Samyuktha Neeraja, Lindsay Currie, Jeff De Cagna, Joanna Pineda, and Christina Lewellen for the annual Association Rockstar's Roundtable to discuss 2024 reflections and their projections for 2025. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the association landscape, this Rockstar conversation offers valuable perspectives to help you close the year on a high note and prepare for 2025 with confidence. It is perfect for association executives, nonprofit leaders, and community builders looking to spark innovation and deepen connections.Key Takeaways Include:✨Celebrating milestones and shared brilliance from 2024.
2025-01-2258 min
The Association Insights PodcastPreparing for the Future: Boards, Foresight and StewardshipIn this thought-provoking episode of The A100 Podcast, Colleen Gallagher is joined by Jeff De Cagna, AIMP, FRSA, FASAE, Executive Advisor at Foresight First LLC, for a deep dive into the evolving responsibilities of association boards. Jeff shares his compelling vision for the future, emphasizing the critical importance of foresight, stewardship and ethical decision-making in a rapidly changing world.
Key Highlights:
The Duty of Foresight: Jeff explores why boards must embrace a future-focused mindset to navigate systemic upheaval, risk and long-standing challenges.
Stewardship vs. Leadership: Jeff argues that stewardship—leaving or...
2024-11-2742 min
Reboot IT - Nonprofit and Association Technology Conversations for AllPart Two: The CEO and Board’s AI Accountability ConversationThis episode features part two of Dave's Conversation with Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC. They discuss Jeffs's recent written work that dives deeper into the conversation of the CEO and the board's responsibility regarding AI and stewardship.
2024-10-2929 min
The Association Adviser Podcast#14: Embracing Foresight and Innovation with Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First LLCPreparing for the future isn’t just a smart business move - it’s an essential step for the survival of an organization. Listen in for actionable tools to create a governing strategy that is forward-thinking, innovative and shines a light on the areas that may be holding your organization back. Today’s episode is all about being nimble and prepared in the face of unknowns. For our guest, Jeff De Cagna, AIMO, FRSA, FASAE, Executive Adviser of Foresight First LLC, the future has always been front of mind. He coined the term “duty of foresi...
2024-10-1533 minReboot IT - Nonprofit and Association Technology Conversations for AllThe CEO and Board’s AI Accountability ConversationDave welcomes back Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC. In part one of this two-part episode, their conversation focuses on the CEO and board's responsibility regarding AI and stewardship.
2024-10-1035 min
Associations Thrive106. Jeff De Cagna, EA at Foresight First LLC, on Association Boards and their Duty of ForesightWhat is foresight thinking, and how can it transform your association's future? Is your association prepared for what might happen?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Jeff De Cagna, Executive Advisor at Foresight First LLC. Jeff discusses:What foresight thinking is and what it is not.How foresight thinking differs from strategic planning.How foresight is not the same as a prediction or a forecast. Foresight represents anticipating and preparing for what could happen, not what will happen.Why association boards have the duty of foresight.How 5-7 years is the optimal...
2024-09-0527 min
Association Chat PodcastThe Path for Association Boards to Flourish Amidst a Time of Epic DisruptionIn this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien interviews Jeff De Cagna, thought leader and founder of Foresight First, LLC. Listen to this full, unedited interview: https://youtube.com/live/1hRKtoNHVcg FOLLOW Association Chat... Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AssociationChat Visit our Website: https://associationchat.com/ Sign Up for Our Newsletter (SMS Opt-In available): https://mailchi.mp/91755d927784/070x0wvkl2 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associationchat Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/associationchat2
2024-08-2819 minAssociation Chat PodcastAssociation Boards Must End the Status Quo, Fight "Orthodoxy"In this episode of Association Chat, host Kiki La Italian interviews Jeff De Cagna, about the crucial need to challenge orthodox beliefs in association governance. Listen to this full, unedited interview on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/1hRKtoNHVcg ❤️ FOLLOW Association Chat! ❤️ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AssociationChat Visit our Website: https://associationchat.com/ Sign Up for Our Newsletter (SMS Opt-In available): https://mailchi.mp/91755d927784/070x0wvkl2 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associationchat Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook...
2024-08-2114 minAssociation Chat PodcastPurpose-Driven Governance: A Call for Associations to Become More in These "Turbulent 20s"In this episode of Association Chat, host Kiki La Italian interviews Jeff De Cagna, thought leader and founder of Foresight First, LLC. Jeff discusses his influential series, "The Three Stewardship Imperatives," emphasizing the urgent need for association boards to evolve beyond the status quo in today's rapidly changing landscape. Listen to this full, unedited interview on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/1hRKtoNHVcg FOLLOW Association Chat: LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13680339/ WEBSITE: https://associationchat.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/assnchat INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/associationchatlive/ ...
2024-08-0721 min
Nonprofit Mission: ImpactThe Nonprofit board's duty of foresight with Jeff De CagnaIn episode 102 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Jeff De Cagna discuss the concept of the "duty of foresight," stressing the need for boards to prepare for future challenges. They critique traditional leadership paradigms and promote stewardship as a more inclusive and effective approach. The conversation covers various topics, including the evolution from VUCA to BANI and the need to challenge orthodox beliefs to create resilient and forward-thinking organizations. Episode highlights: Duty of Foresight [00:07:00] - [00:010:00] - the concept of the "duty of foresight." - the importance...
2024-07-1652 min
Association TransformationThe Future of Foresight in Association LeadershipSend a textListen to our new and thought-provoking episode of Association Transformation as we challenge conventional wisdom and explore the critical role of foresight in association leadership. Elisa and Andrew sit down with Jeff De Cagna, Executive Advisor at Foresight First LLC, to discuss the evolving concept of the board's duty of foresight. Discover why "future-proofing" is a myth and learn how to cultivate fit-for-purpose boards that can navigate uncertainty with confidence. Jeff shares insights from his decades of experience, challenging us to move beyond the distracting pursuit of "relevance" and instead focus on ethical, anticipatory...
2024-07-1531 min
Leading Learning Podcast414: The Duty of Foresight with Jeff De CagnaOn January 1, 2025, we’ll enter the second half of the turbulent 2020s and come that much closer to the Threatening 30s, to borrow the terms of our guest for episode 414 of the Leading Learning Podcast. Organizations of all kinds have a vested interest in seeing the future as clearly as possible and taking action—action to bring about the best possible future for those they serve. Leading Learning Podcast co-host Jeff Cobb talks with Jeff De Cagna about this and much more. Jeff De Cagna is executive advisor for Foresight First, which helps association boards set a high...
2024-06-1848 min
You Should Hear ThisThe Duty of Foresight for Board Leaders | Jeff De Cagna (Episode 47)During this episode, we’re diving into the importance of foresight for association boards. Join us as we explore key insights with Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First LLC. Our conversation will cover the fundamentals of the duty of foresight, its relationship to strategy, and the necessity for boards to champion next practices. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives that will help your association’s board become fit for purpose.
2024-05-2240 min
The Corporate Governance PodcastThe Duty of ForesightIn this episode, Dan speaks with expert governance consultant Jeff De Cagna about the “duty of foresight” in corporate governance. If you’re not familiar with the term, don’t worry. You’ll get expert insights into what it means and why it’s so crucial for boards to consider as part of a sustainable strategy.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-1747 min
Humans of Authenticity24. Learning with Jeff De CagnaThis episode features the insights and stories of Jeff De Cagna AIMP FRSA FASAE of Foresight First LLC. Jeff's comments on the future of associations amidst rapid societal and technological changes are not to be missed. He coined the term 'duty of foresight' and has been championing the challenge of changing orthodox beliefs to foster adaptability and growth in boardrooms.
Defining moments is a recurring topic on this channel, and this time is no different. Though this time, it's something I'm familiar with, I take comfort in Jeff's words: "This moment doesn't define you for your entire life." Remember...
2024-04-281h 18
Engaging in the NextEp. 26 - Love at Foresight: The Future of Association BoardsIn this episode, we sit down with Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, a respected contrarian thinker on the future of associating and associations. Together, we explore the future of association boards, the significance of foresight as a radical concept, actionable starting points for associations, and Jeff's invaluable advice regarding the duty of foresight.
2024-04-1229 min
6 Degrees of Associations: Presented by Big Red M.The Path Forward for Nonprofit Boards to Thrive in Turbulent Times
This week, Jeff De Cagna, AIMP, FRSA, FASAE, of Foresight First, LLC, joins the 6 Degrees of Associations Podcast to discuss what it takes to support the operation of associations and non-profit boards through a commitment to foresight.
Jeff emphasizes the critical importance of foresight, strategic planning, and adaptability for boards to thrive in an ever-changing environment. He advocates for a proactive approach to leadership, urging boards to anticipate and embrace change rather than reactively respond to it.
Jeff has been working in the association world for over three decades, including experience as association staff. Most recently, with Foresight First...
2024-04-0334 min
The Member Lounge Podcast: Unlocking Association SuccessThe Duty of Foresight: Elevating Board Stewardship for a Better Tomorrow w Jeff De CagnaImproving Board Engagement and PerformanceFind out why it is important to set a higher standard of stewardship for navigating future challenges.Discover key strategies to keep board members engaged between meetings with technology for continuous communication.Ensure board meetings are productive and focused on strategic decisions rather than administrative details. Foresight and Future-Oriented GovernanceUnderstand the concept of the duty of foresight for board members. Learn why boards need to adapt and continuously rethink their purpose and approach to overcome emerging challenges.Learn to f...
2024-03-291h 24Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRadio Free 501c: The Duty of Foresight with Jeff De Cagna March 11, 2024This episode: As nonprofit management professionals, we are aware of the "3 Duties": Care, Loyalty, and Obedience. These should guide the work and decision making of any Board of Directors, but there is a 4th Duty to consider: The Duty of Foresight. Foresight is the act of looking ahead, anticipating environmental factors, and setting the stage for a future where your successors can thrive and find success. My guest, Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, is an expert on this topic and is celebrating the 10th Anniversary of when he first named it and starting his work in this area. Foresight is...
2024-03-1146 minAssociation RockstarsJeff De CagnaJeff De Cagna AIMP FRSA FASAE is an executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Virginia, and an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, governing designer, stakeholder/successor advocate, and stewardship catalyst. Jeff shares the importance of intentional learning and challenging your orthodoxy in creating success for the future of your association.Host and Founder: Lowell Aplebaum - CEO & Strategy Catalyst at Vista Cova Producer and Operations: Amy Hager - Strategy Advisor at Vista CovaVideo and Audio Editing: Savannah BraggMusic: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song...L...
2024-02-2530 min
Association Tech InsiderS1E15: Foresight Work in the Association SpaceListen this week to learn the importance of associations embracing foresight to remain relevant in an ever-evolving landscape. The podcast highlights the ASAE Foundation’s innovative research tool, ForesightWorks, explores the value of practicing foresight, provides encouraging tips for associations seeking to integrate this strategic approach into their operations, and highlights contributions from the ASAE ForesightWorks Advisory Group volunteers.
Hosted by Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant at Meta-Dao and ASAE Tech Council Vice Chair, featuring Mel Jordan-Carr, Vice President of Membership Operations at the American Trucking Associations, Vice Chair of the ForesightWorks Advisory Group and Je...
2024-02-1525 min
Better By AssociationFuture Focus and Board Foresight: A Conversation with Jeff De CagnaIn this episode, we talk to Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC. He joins our hosts Steven Stout, FASAE, CAE, and Katy Markert for a thought-provoking discussion on the dynamic landscape of foresight and its evolution for association boards. Together, they explore the challenges faced by boards and CEOs in embracing foresight, offer valuable advice to boards for navigating the remainder of this decade and beyond, and emphasize the significance of active involvement in organizations like TSAE.
Better By Association is produced by Association Briefings.
2024-02-1448 minBetter By AssociationFuture Focus and Board Foresight: A Conversation with Jeff De CagnaIn this episode, we talk to Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC. He joins our hosts Steven Stout, FASAE, CAE, and Katy Markert for a thought-provoking discussion on the dynamic landscape of foresight and its evolution for association boards. Together, they explore the challenges faced by boards and CEOs in embracing foresight, offer valuable advice to boards for navigating the remainder of this decade and beyond, and emphasize the significance of active involvement in organizations like TSAE.
Better By Association is produced by Association Briefings.
2024-02-1448 min
The Haney Company Financial Guy PodcastThe Power & Responsibility of Foresight!The future doesn’t negotiate, the future doesn’t cooperate. It will be what it will be, so how can we work to shape it as positively as we can on behalf of our association, stakeholders and industry? This episode’s guest @Jeff De Cagna, is an Association Contrarian, Foresight practitioner, and Executive Adviser of Foresight First, LLC. He and I dig into perhaps one of the most crucial issues for associations to grasp: the duty of Foresight. In order for us to better hear the signals of the future, we’ve got to be able to turn down the nois...
2024-01-191h 01Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRadio Free 501c: The Future of Thought Leadership with Jeff De Cagna and Dean West December 11, 2023This episode: When discussing a topic as broad and important as Thought Leadership, you need to hear from people who actually THINK. I invited Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, Executive Advisor, Foresight First, and Dean West, FASAE, President, Association Laboratory to join me for this conversation because they are considered two of the leading thinkers when it comes to what's next for Associations specifically and nonprofit management broadly. We discuss major themes in this concept of thought leadership, what does it mean, how it applies to the future of association management, and we even get in a disagreement (briefly)! It's...
2023-12-111h 00
VSAE ConneXionsConnecting with Jeff De CagnaIn this episode, we talk to Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, a respected contrarian thinker on the future of associating and associations. Join us for a conversation about how boards should safeguard their members and successors from technological harm, the importance of ethical decision-making before implementing generative AI, the need for regulation of AI and the role of associations in that policy making, and everyone's role as an AI ethicist.
Show notes
Jeff De Cagna FRSA FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Virginia, is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, governing designer, stakeholder/successor advocate...
2023-10-0427 minVSAE ConneXionsConnecting with Jeff De CagnaIn this episode, we talk to Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, a respected contrarian thinker on the future of associating and associations. Join us for a conversation about how boards should safeguard their members and successors from technological harm, the importance of ethical decision-making before implementing generative AI, the need for regulation of AI and the role of associations in that policy making, and everyone's role as an AI ethicist.
Show notes
Jeff De Cagna FRSA FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Virginia, is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, governing designer, stakeholder/successor advocate...
2023-10-0427 min
The Association PodcastRevolutionizing Associations and Their Boards: Flaws in the System & the Impact of AI with Jeff De CagnaOn this episode of The Association Podcast, governance expert Jeff De Cagna discusses the need for association boards to become more active and intentional in guiding their organizations into the future. We discuss the flaws in the current system of association boards and the need for them to adapt to changing circumstances. The conversation also touches on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on board decision-making and the introduction of generative AI into the system. Jeff emphasizes the importance of having a thoughtful conversation about the implications of technology use in associations and staying objective when exploring new technologies...
2023-05-071h 08Reboot IT - Nonprofit and Association Technology Conversations for AllRevisiting AI Part 2Dave continues his important conversation with Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, about artificial intelligence and how it effects us as humans and our communities.
2023-04-0443 minReboot IT - Nonprofit and Association Technology Conversations for AllRevisiting AI Part 1Dave sits down with Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, to talk about artificial intelligence's increasing role in our work and day to day lives.
2023-03-1637 min
The Association MashupEpisode 8: Association Boards and Technological HarmIn this episode, we dig deep with association provocateur and futurist Jeff De Cagna into one of his six tough questions for boards: "When it comes to the expanding embrace of technology in both their associations and the broader world, ...boards face a fundamental dilemma: technology will be at the core of their organizations’ pursuit of long-term thrivability even as it remains an ongoing source of unintended negative consequences for stakeholders and successors."We tackle some heady assumptions around how associations should be thinking about emerging technologies, their responsibility to consider possible harm and what boards should be...
2023-01-0444 min
One Minute Governance123. Building a fit-for-purpose association board (feat. Jeff de Cagna)Special OMG guest Jeff de Cagna explains the importance of fit-for-purpose boards. Although his specialty is associations, the message applies universally!
SCRIPT
Hi, I’m Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, located in Reston, Virginia. My sincere thanks to Matt for inviting me to be the guest host for this episode of the One Minute Governance Podcast.
The focus of my work is on helping professional, trade, and other association boards become fit-for-purpose by setting a higher standard of stewardship, governing, and foresight, or SGF. The cruc...
2022-09-0801 min
Association Leadership RadioJeff De Cagna With Foresight First LLCJeff De Cagna FRSA FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Virginia, is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, governing designer, stakeholder/successor advocate, and stewardship catalyst. In his work, Jeff advises association and non-profit boards on how they can navigate an irrevocably-altered world and shape a better and different future. A graduate of the […]
2022-06-2000 minAssociation Leadership RadioJeff De Cagna With Foresight First LLCJeff De Cagna FRSA FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Virginia, is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, governing designer, stakeholder/successor advocate, and stewardship catalyst. In his work, Jeff advises association and non-profit boards on how they can navigate an irrevocably-altered world and shape a better and different future. A graduate of the […]
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2022-06-2000 min
Association Leadership RadioJeff De Cagna With Foresight First LLCJeff De Cagna FRSA FASAE, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Virginia, is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, governing designer, stakeholder/successor advocate, and stewardship catalyst. In his work, Jeff advises association and non-profit boards on how they can navigate an irrevocably-altered world and shape a better and different future. A graduate of the [...]
2022-06-2019 min
The Deep Dive PodcastJeff De Cagna unpicks our fixation on membershipMembership is not going away, and nor, necessarily, should it, but it should not define how associations build relationships with stakeholders who could potentially add value to their organisation. So says Jeff De Cagna who thinks the way associations either define people as 'members' or 'customers' doesn't befit forward-thinking, inclusive organisations in the 21st Century. Instead they should be looking to involve as wide a variety of individuals and organisations as possible who can help them fulfil their missions and help make the world a better place in which to live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
2021-06-1834 min
The Deep Dive PodcastAssociation Contrarian: On being contrarianIn this episode of Deep Dive, we talk to AMI columnist Jeff De Cagna about how contrarian thinking can help reinvigorate associations with added purpose, why associations have a tendency to think conservatively (small 'c'), why membership is one of the foundational orthodoxies that needs to be challenged, why the 'governmental' model of associations is one of the biggest impediments to progress, and why the idea that future for associations is 'digital, digital, digital' ignores everything that covid-19 has taught us about what it means to be human.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-04-2244 minReboot IT - Nonprofit and Association Technology Conversations for AllArtificial IntelligenceDave is joined by Jeff De Cagna, Executive Advisor at Foresight First LLC, for a discussion on artificial intelligence. Download the research brief, AI and Automation: Ethical Considerations for Association Decision-Makers and provide your feedback: Download and Feedback Survey
2020-01-0849 min
Association Forum CEOnly PodcastEpisode Thirteen, Jeff De CagnaOn this episode of the CEOnly Podcast, Michelle Mason interviews Jeff De Cagna, FRSA, FASAE. De Cagna is executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, located in Reston, Virginia, and a respected contrarian thinker on the future of associating and associations.
2019-06-1700 min
Leading Learning Podcast178: Putting Foresight - and Artificial Intelligence - First with Jeff De Cagna – Part IIIn Part II of our very first two-part interview, we continue the conversation with Jeff De Cagna, respected contrarian thinker on the future of associating and associations, about a topic all leaders in the business of lifelong learning need to be thinking about: artificial intelligence. In Part I, Celisa and Jeff talked about an AI first world and some common misconceptions and ethical issues surrounding AI. This time around they delve into the implications of AI for work and learning, the idea of integrated intelligences, and helpful advice to ensure the responsible and ethical future of AI.
2019-03-1940 min
Leading Learning Podcast177: Putting Foresight - and Artificial Intelligence - First with Jeff De CagnaWith artificial intelligence (AI) being one of the top technologies already positioned to transform and disrupt just about every aspect of our lives, including the future of work and learning, it’s a topic that we could all use some foresight on. And return guest, Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, is a future-focused, contrarian thinker who has recently been applying his foresight lens to the vast complexities surrounding the rise of AI. In Part I of our very first two-part interview on the Leading Learning podcast, Celisa talks with Jeff about what it me...
2019-03-1243 min
Association Chat PodcastWhy is Foresight the Future of Governing?Why is Foresight the Future of Governing? For associations, the future of governing must be different than its past, and now is the moment to begin creating it. Association boards, chief staff executives and other governing contributors have a unique opportunity to work together and design a more generative integration of stewardship, governing and foresight that can strengthen board performance as well as prepare their associations, stakeholders and broader industry and professional systems to thrive in a world experiencing transformation. In this special Association Chat, KiKi interviews Jeff De Cagna, executive advisor for Foresight First...
2018-11-2358 min
Future Directors PodcastIgnorance is Bliss….but not in the Boardroom of the FutureIgnorance might be blissful for some, but it certainly doesn’t help a successful career in the boardroom. If there’s one thing directors need, it’s the ability to remain forever curious, open-minded, and both internally and externally aware. Without these, ignorance flourishes. But if you want to combat that ignorance, then listen to the latest instalment of Boardroom Hustle. In this episode, Paul chats to Jeff De Cagna, author of Foresight is the Future of Governing, who gives us the most effective antidote to common ignorance: foresight. Jeff is the CEO of Foresight First LLC that a...
2018-10-2448 min
Association Chat PodcastFrom Hype to Help: The Future of Learning and WorkThere should be no doubt that the future of learning and work will look vastly different than its present; the profound implications of accelerating technology adoption, an aging workforce, economic inequality and other factors will see to that. If associations are going to be influential contributors to shaping that future, however, their decision-makers will need to shift current thinking in fundamental ways, steer clear of counterproductive hype and focus on how their organizations can meaningfully help their current and future stakeholders thrive in this dynamic environment. Join KiKi and association contrarian Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First L...
2018-06-1158 minAssociation Chat PodcastFrom Hype to Help: The Future of Learning and WorkThere should be no doubt that the future of learning and work will look vastly different than its present; the profound implications of accelerating technology adoption, an aging workforce, economic inequality and other factors will see to that. If associations are going to be influential contributors to shaping that future, however, their decision-makers will need to shift current thinking in fundamental ways, steer clear of counterproductive hype and focus on how their organizations can meaningfully help their current and future stakeholders thrive in this dynamic environment. Join KiKi and association contrarian Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First L...
2018-06-1158 min
Association Chat PodcastAssociation Chat News Daily Flash Briefing - June 8, 2018Association Chat News Daily Flash Briefing Some sad news this morning as we learned of Anthony Bourdain's death by an apparent suicide – Bourdain was a chef, author, and TV personality who also appeared years ago at an ASAE conference to talk about lessons about management from running a kitchen. Bourdain's suicide may not be association news specifically, but it does impact us all. There is an epidemic of suicide in the United States and Bourdain's death and fashion designer Kate Spade's unexpected suicide earlier this week has brought a focus to this situation in...
2018-06-0802 min
Association Chat PodcastAssociation Chat Flash Briefing for June 6, 2018Here is the latest news in the association realm for Wednesday, June 6th, 2018! Yesterday I interviewed Jeff de Cagna on Association Chat. The title for that show? "From Hype to Help: Associations and the Future of Learning and Work." Jeff talked about why leaders need to shift their thinking and avoid orthodoxy. The reason we need to make this change? Jeff De Cagna says association leaders need to lead their members and association staff in nurturing learning because new tech, like machine learning and AI, is transforming industries and s...
2018-06-0601 min
Association Chat PodcastThe Dangers of Generational OrthodoxyThe Dangers of Generational Orthodoxy In shaping their approach to both the present and the future, associations are all in on generational thinking. The language of generations is featured prominently in association publications and social media, frequently heard at association conferences and meetings and factored deeply into how associations organize their work, especially the work of membership recruitment. But many of the assumptions made by generational thinking are flawed, misguided or just plain wrong, a form of emergent orthodoxy that may well do more harm than good for associations. Join KiKi for what p...
2018-03-111h 02
Association Chat PodcastThe Future of AgingThe future of aging is a complicated constellation of issues that is in front of us at all times and yet never seems to garner the attention it demands. To help raise your awareness and focus your association on this critical conversation, Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First LLC joins KiKi, Tamela, and Nabil for a lively discussion about the duty of foresight and some compelling facts on the future of aging that you probably don't know. Jeff's Bio Jeff De Cagna FRSA FASAE is executive advisor for Foresight First LLC in Reston, Vir...
2017-10-1245 min
Through the Noise#246 Foresight First LLC - Jeff De CagnaOur guest today, Jeff De Cagna, will change the way you think about your approach to board recruitment, management, and collaboration. Charging that nonprofit organizations of all ages, sizes, and missions are missing a crucial opportunity for growth and relevance by under utilizing their boards, and that boards are similarly wasting their skills, time, and connections by focusing on the minutiae of organizational operations and micromanaging staff rather than looking ahead and being proactive about inevitable transitions organizations will face as technology continues to evolve. Host an annual meeting? Jeff De Cagna has some perspectives on the continuing value...
2017-02-2041 min
Leading Learning PodcastPutting Foresight First with Jeff De CagnaCelisa Steele and Jeff Cobb (http://www.tagoras.com) interview Jeff De Cagna, founder of Foresight First (http://foresightfirst.io/). Be sure to check out Learning • Technology • Design™ (LTD), a virtual conference designed specifically for professionals in the business of continuing education and professional development. Full show notes available at http://www.leadinglearning.com/episode68. 02:01 – Highlighted Resource - Leading Learning Newsletter. 07:45 – We’ve reached a point/critical juncture with associations and non-profit organizations where we are seeing the confluence of future developments accelerating in pace, the transformation of our society, and we also now have...
2017-01-3039 min