About Social Technologies

Social Technologies is one of the world’s leading futurist consultancies. We fuse a longer-term perspective and deep understanding of trends with fresh, effective research and consulting approaches. Our clients receive powerful market insights, foresights, and business solutions through our expanding portfolio of offerings—including many tools and methods developed by our own analysts. Social Technologies’ goal is to prepare our clients for any future that could plausibly emerge. The numerous long-term relationships we enjoy with world-class companies and agencies testify to our results.

Overview

Founded in 1999 by futurist Tom Conger, Social Technologies has grown into a global firm with dozens of futurists, analysts, and consultants located around the world. We focus on three practice areas (Foresight, Strategy, and Innovation), four service areas (Research, Consulting, Events Services, and Communications) and a growing suite of programs (Futures Consortium, Futures Expeditions, Futures Cooperative, and Futures University). For details click here. )))

Staff

Social Technologies is proud of the all-star team we have assembled, including futurists, researchers, analysts, cultural anthropologists, ethnographers, brand experts, writers, designers, and administrators. Working together behind a common vision of client-oriented excellence, our team brings a well-rounded, well-grounded approach to all of our programs and projects. Click here to read our staff bios or learn how you can join the S)T team. )))

Clients

Social Technologies’ clients are primarily Fortune 500 firms, including Cadbury Schweppes, BP, Nokia, and Procter & Gamble. We also work with government agencies such as the US Departments of Defense and Labor and Finland’s national technology agency, Tekes. Finally, we are pleased to serve leading nonprofit institutions such as the National Association of Home Builders and NeighborWorks America. Click here for a complete list of our clients. )))

Offices

To meet the growing needs of our global clients, Social Technologies currently has offices in Washington, DC, London, and Shanghai. In late 2007 we will establish a presence in Tel Aviv. Click here for information about our offices. )))

Giving

We feel privileged to be leaders in the exciting field of futures work, and believe that giving back to clients and communities should be an essential practice for all forward-thinking companies. That is why Social Technologies is working toward becoming a leader in the area of giving. Click here for information on how Social Technologies can work with your nonprofit organization. )))