Why We Need These Specialists: This group guides the creation of frameworks for sustainable, self-sufficient cities that are resilient to extreme weather and aligned with the Earth's systems. Their insights ensure urban spaces are efficient, innovative, and regenerative, fostering a harmonious relationship between people and the planet.

Specialists in This Pod Include:

1. Urban Planner

2. Smart City Solutions Expert

3. Permaculture Designer

4. Design & Planning Generalist

5. Vertical Village Planner

6. Space Colony Planner

7. EcoVillage Planner

8. Boarding School Designer

9. University Campus Designer

10. Cruise Ship Design Specialist

11. Circular Industrial Park Planner

12. And others!
    

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Urban Planners: To create city layouts that maximize land use, efficiency, and livability.

• Smart City Solutions Experts: To integrate technology that enhances resource management and daily life.

• Permaculture Designers: To incorporate agricultural systems and natural restoration within urban spaces.

• Design & Planning Generalists: To bring diverse expertise to flexible and adaptable planning processes.

• Vertical Village Planners: To develop compact, green, and community-oriented living environments.

• Space Colony Planners: To introduce innovative, self-contained designs inspired by extraterrestrial exploration.

• EcoVillage Planners: To focus on small, self-sufficient community designs that integrate natural ecosystems.

• Boarding School and University Campus Designers: Experienced in creating functional community systems and flows.

• Cruise Ship Design Specialists: To provide expertise on closed-loop systems for extended periods.

• Circular Industrial Park Planners: To envision industrial hubs that recycle resources and eliminate waste.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the design of resilient and sustainable structures, ensuring that the built environment harmonizes with natural systems. By focusing on advanced construction techniques, energy-efficient designs, and innovative materials, they provide the expertise needed to create spaces that are both functional and regenerative.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Architectural Engineer

2. Structural Engineer

3. Civil Infrastructure Designer

4. Green Building Architect

5. Construction Materials Scientist

6. Interior Designer

7. Geophysical Resilience Specialist

8. Energy-Efficient Design Consultant

9. Adaptive Reuse Architect

10. Public Space Designer

11. Large-Scale Construction Specialist

12. High-Rise Building Engineer

13. Bridge Design Engineer

14. Tunnel Construction Specialist

15. Building Systems Integrator

16. Landscape Architect

17. And others!

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Architectural Engineers and Structural Engineers: To ensure that structures are safe, efficient, and resilient to extreme conditions.

• Civil Infrastructure Designers: To create foundational systems like roads, bridges, and utilities that support urban life.

• Green Building Architects and Energy-Efficient Design Consultants: To reduce environmental impact through sustainable and energy-conscious designs.

• Geophysical Resilience Specialists: To design structures that withstand natural disasters and environmental challenges.

• Adaptive Reuse Architects: To transform existing structures into innovative, sustainable spaces.

• Landscape Architects: To integrate natural elements into urban designs, creating green, livable environments.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the development of energy systems that power regenerative cities. Their expertise ensures reliable, sustainable, and innovative solutions for energy generation, storage, and distribution. By advancing renewable technologies and creating resilient infrastructure, they help establish energy independence and sustainability.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Fossil Fuel Energy Expert (transition advisor)

2. Molten Salt Reactor Fission Expert

3. Fusion Energy Scientist

4. Plank Field Generator Innovator

5. Solar Energy Specialist

6. Alternative Energy Generalist

7. Transmission and Distribution Specialist

8. Microgrid Specialist

9. Smart Grid Architect

10. Green Hydrogen Specialist

11. Energy Storage Systems Expert

12. Wind Energy Specialist

13. Geothermal Energy Specialist

14. Biofuel Specialist

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Renewable Energy Specialists (Solar, Wind, Geothermal, Biofuel): To harness natural energy sources and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

• Energy Storage Systems Experts: To design storage solutions that ensure consistent energy availability.

• Fusion and Molten Salt Reactor Experts: To explore advanced, high-output energy systems for long-term sustainability.

• Microgrid Specialists and Smart Grid Architects: To optimize energy distribution and improve system resilience.

• Green Hydrogen Specialists: To integrate hydrogen as a clean energy carrier for diverse applications.

• Plank Field Generator Innovators: To explore cutting-edge technologies that could redefine energy generation.

This focus group is critical to designing energy systems that ensure the regenerative city remains self-sufficient, resilient to crises, and aligned with sustainable practices.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of systems that ensure clean and abundant water and air—essential for life and the health of regenerative cities. By focusing on advanced purification, resource management, and sustainability, they aim to protect and optimize Earth’s most vital elements.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Water Reclamation Engineer

2. Fresh Water Capture Specialist

3. Fresh Water Storage Expert

4. Desalination Specialist

5. Wastewater Purification Expert

6. Agricultural Water Supply Specialist

7. Drinking Water Supply Expert

8. Microbial Water Treatment Expert

9. Environmental Control and Life Support Systems Engineer

10. Bioregenerative System Designer

11. HVAC Engineer with a Focus on Sustainability

12. Plumbing Systems Designer for Closed-Loop Systems

13. Swamps & Natural Water Treatment Systems Specialist

14. Water Systems Engineer

15. Atmospheric Systems Engineer

16. And more: Experts in cutting-edge innovations or emerging fields related to water and air quality.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Water Reclamation Engineers and Wastewater Purification Experts: To recover and recycle water, minimizing waste and ensuring sustainability.

• Fresh Water Capture and Desalination Specialists: To secure water from diverse sources, including seawater and atmospheric moisture.

• Agricultural and Drinking Water Supply Specialists: To ensure the availability of water for food production and human consumption.

• Environmental Control and Life Support Systems Engineers: To design integrated systems that maintain water and air quality in controlled environments.

• HVAC Engineers and Atmospheric Systems Specialists: To create air systems that regulate temperature, humidity, and cleanliness for optimal living conditions.

• Swamps and Natural Water Treatment Systems Specialists: To integrate nature-based solutions for water purification and storage.

This focus group ensures that water and air systems are efficient, sustainable, and capable of supporting a population in a self-sustaining community that can carry inhabitants through extreme weather events.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the development of food systems that provide nourishment while regenerating the Earth. By incorporating regenerative agricultural practices, innovative food production technologies, and sustainable processing methods, they ensure food security and ecological balance for future generations.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Conventional Agriculture Expert

2. Organic Agriculture Expert

3. Greenhouse and Indoor Agriculture Specialist

4. Hydroponics, Aeroponics, and Advanced Growing Technology Specialist

5. Mushroom Cultivation Expert

6. Food Processing and Storage Specialist

7. Aquaculture Specialist

8. Regenerative Agriculture Expert

9. Soil Restoration Specialist

10. Nutritionist

11. Food Security Specialist

12. Synthetic Biology and Cultured Food Products Expert

13. Space Colony Food Systems Specialist

14. Organic Fertilizer/Biostimulant Developer

15. Animal Husbandry Specialist

16. And more: Pioneers in emerging fields of sustainable food innovation.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Regenerative Agriculture and Soil Restoration Experts: To restore degraded land and improve food production sustainably.

• Greenhouse, Indoor Agriculture, and Advanced Growing Specialists: To maximize food production efficiency and reduce resource use.

• Aquaculture and Mushroom Cultivation Experts: To diversify food sources while maintaining ecological health.

• Synthetic Biology and Space Colony Food Systems Specialists: To innovate in creating sustainable, scalable food solutions for extreme environments.

• Food Security Specialists and Nutritionists: To ensure access to nutritious food for all while addressing issues of food distribution and equity.

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This focus group is essential for designing food systems that nourish communities while regenerating the ecosystems they rely on.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of circular economies, transforming waste into resources and fostering sustainable manufacturing practices. Their expertise ensures that resource use is efficient, innovative, and regenerative, reducing reliance on extractive industries and eliminating waste.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Mining and Mineral Extraction Specialist

2. Urban Mining Specialist

3. Plasma Reactor (Molecular De-bonding) Expert

4. Recycling Program Coordinator

5. Zero Waste Planner

6. Circular Economy Strategist

7. Industrial Symbiosis Facilitator

8. Bioeconomics Expert

9. Clothing Manufacturing Specialist

10. Innovation Lab Expert

11. Synthetic Biologist

12. Advanced Manufacturing and 3D Printing Expert

13. Eco-Friendly Furniture and Building Materials Developer

14. Pharmaceutical and Chemical Production Specialist

15. Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

16. Resource Allocation Specialist (Operations Research)

17. And more: Innovators in sustainable resource management and emerging manufacturing technologies.
    

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Urban Mining and Plasma Reactor Experts: To extract valuable resources from existing waste streams, reducing environmental impact.

• Zero Waste Planners and Circular Economy Strategists: To design systems that eliminate waste and prioritize resource recovery.

• Advanced Manufacturing and 3D Printing Experts: To revolutionize production with sustainable, customizable methods.

• Synthetic Biologists and Bioeconomics Experts: To integrate biology-driven solutions for resource efficiency and innovation.

• Industrial Symbiosis Facilitators: To link industries in ways that reuse by-products and maximize efficiency.
  

This focus group is critical for creating systems that redefine how resources are used, minimizing waste and fostering sustainability in manufacturing and consumption.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the development of sustainable, efficient, and interconnected systems for moving people and goods. By focusing on green transportation, advanced logistics, and innovative mobility solutions, they ensure cities remain accessible and functional while minimizing environmental impact.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Suspended Electronic Rail Engineer

2. Autonomous Driving and Logistics Expert

3. Intra-City 3D Mobility Designer

4. Inter-City High-Speed Connection Specialist (15-Minute Country)

5. Bulk Load Systems Designer

6. Building and Mobility Integration Engineer

7. Ubiquitous Shared Mobility Systems Architect

8. Rollable City Network Designer

9. Walkability Design Expert

10. EV Charging Systems Integration Specialist

11. Bicycle Designer and Builder

12. Personal Mobility Vehicle Expert

13. Industrial Logistics Expert

14. Monorail Expert

15. And more: Visionaries in emerging transportation and logistics technologies.
    

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Autonomous Driving and Logistics Experts: To streamline the movement of goods and people while reducing resource use.

• High-Speed Connection Specialists and Rollable City Network Designers: To create efficient transportation systems that connect urban and rural areas seamlessly.

• EV Charging Integration Specialists and Bicycle Designers: To support sustainable, zero-emission mobility options.

• Walkability and Shared Mobility Architects: To ensure cities are designed for accessibility and reduced reliance on private vehicles.

• Bulk Load Systems and Industrial Logistics Experts: To optimize large-scale transportation for goods, minimizing waste and emissions.
  

This focus group ensures transportation and logistics systems are sustainable, inclusive, and adaptable to meet the demands of a regenerative city.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the integration of intelligent systems to optimize city operations, enhance decision-making, and amplify human potential. Their expertise ensures that advanced technologies are applied ethically and sustainably to support a regenerative and efficient urban environment.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. AI Wizard/Developer

2. AI Industry Expert

3. AI-Assisted Logistics Expert

4. Automation and Robotics Specialist

5. Silicon Chip Maker/Manufacturer

6. Embodied Computing Specialist

7. Communication Technology Expert (e.g., Social Media Systems)

8. Sustainable Data Center Architect

9. Unified Single Database Architect

10. Wireless Systems Expert

11. Mesh Network Systems Designer

12. Integrated Sensor Systems Specialist

13. Simulation Software Leader

14. Quantum Computation Specialist

15. Computation Specialist

16. And more: Experts in emerging AI applications, robotics, and advanced computational systems.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• AI Developers and Industry Experts: To build intelligent systems that optimize resource use, transportation, and urban management.

• Automation and Robotics Specialists: To enhance productivity and reduce reliance on manual labor in sustainable ways.

• Sustainable Data Center Architects and Wireless System Experts: To create efficient, low-impact infrastructure for digital systems.

• Quantum Computation and Simulation Experts: To model complex scenarios and develop innovative solutions for city challenges.

• Integrated Sensor System Designers: To enable real-time data collection and adaptive city management.

This focus group ensures that technology is not just a tool but a cornerstone for creating cities that are efficient, adaptive, and harmonious with nature.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of digital twin simulations and gamification strategies to model, test, and refine the Masterminding EDEN framework. By leveraging advanced simulation technology, AI, and immersive gaming techniques, they help visualize complex systems, forecast outcomes, and engage participants in interactive world-building. Their expertise ensures that regenerative city planning is both data-driven and dynamically evolving.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

• Gamification Expert

• Game Developer

• AI-Driven Simulation Specialist

• Systems Modeler

• Digital Twin Engineer

• VR/AR Developer

• Data Scientist

• Computational Social Scientist

• UX/UI Designer for Interactive Environments

• Geospatial and Urban Simulation Expert

• Narrative and Experience Designer

• Behavior and Decision Science Expert

• Blockchain and Tokenomics Specialist

• AI Ethics and Governance Expert

• Cloud Computing and Infrastructure Specialist

• And more: Experts in emerging simulation, gamification, and digital engagement technologies.
  

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Digital Twin Engineers and Systems Modelers: To create high-fidelity virtual replicas of regenerative city frameworks for real-time testing and iteration.

• Gamification Experts and Experience Designers: To make participation engaging, rewarding, and collaborative.

• AI-Driven Simulation and Data Scientists: To analyze patterns, optimize city functions, and test multiple future scenarios.

• VR/AR Developers and UX/UI Designers: To create immersive, interactive environments for education, design, and engagement.

• Geospatial Simulation and Urban Planning Experts: To map and refine land use, transportation, and infrastructure strategies.

• Blockchain and Tokenomics Specialists: To integrate decentralized systems for governance, resource management, and participation incentives.
  

This focus group ensures that regenerative city concepts are continuously refined, tested, and optimized through interactive simulations, accelerating the development of real-world solutions.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the use of decentralized systems to enhance transparency, equity, and efficiency in governance and resource management. Their expertise ensures that cities can leverage blockchain and other technologies to create accountable, scalable, and fair systems for managing resources and decision-making.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Blockchain Developer

2. Blockchain Specialist

3. Cryptocurrency Specialist

4. Collective Intelligence Expert

5. Polling Technology Expert

6. Citizen’s Assembly Facilitator/Planner

7. Resource-Based Economy Specialist

8. Solidity Engineer

9. Holocratic Governance Expert

10. Resource Logistics Specialist

11. Participatory Budgeting Expert

12. Policy Advisor

13. AI-Assisted Governance Expert

14. Democratic Mechanisms Expert

15. Network State Specialist

16. Meritocracy Expert

17. And more: Innovators in decentralized governance and resource management systems.
    

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Blockchain Developers and Specialists: To create transparent, secure systems for resource tracking and decision-making.

• Citizen’s Assembly Facilitators and Participatory Budgeting Experts: To design inclusive and equitable governance structures.

• Resource-Based Economy and Logistics Specialists: To optimize the management and distribution of resources for a circular economy.

• AI-Assisted Governance and Democratic Mechanism Experts: To enable data-driven, adaptive decision-making processes.

• Network State and Meritocracy Specialists: To explore and implement alternative governance models that prioritize fairness and collaboration.
  

This focus group ensures that governance and resource systems are transparent, inclusive, and resilient, enabling communities to thrive sustainably.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of financial systems that prioritize sustainability, equity, and regeneration. Their expertise ensures that economic models are designed to support thriving communities while restoring ecological balance and addressing systemic inequalities.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Regenerative Finance Specialist

2. Cryptocurrency Specialist

3. Circular Economy Strategist

4. Local Currency Developer

5. Global Financial Policy Advisor

6. Participatory Budgeting Expert

7. Impact Investment Strategist

8. Tokenomics Designer

9. Blockchain-Based Financial Systems Developer

10. Alternative Banking Systems Architect

11. Economic Resilience Specialist

12. Financial Risk Analyst for Extreme Weather Impacts

13. Microfinance Specialist

14. Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Innovator

15. Sovereign Wealth Fund Advisor

16. And more: Visionaries in emerging economic and financial systems that serve humanity and the planet.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Regenerative Finance Specialists and Circular Economy Strategists: To align financial systems with ecological and social regeneration goals.

• Tokenomics Designers and Blockchain-Based Financial Developers: To enable secure, transparent, and equitable financial systems for communities.

• Impact Investment Strategists: To attract and allocate funding to projects that drive sustainable development.

• Economic Resilience Specialists and Financial Risk Analysts: To design systems that withstand economic shocks and climate-related challenges.

• Local Currency Developers and Microfinance Specialists: To empower local economies and improve accessibility to financial resources.

This focus group ensures that monetary and economic systems are reimagined to serve as engines for regeneration, innovation, and resilience in regenerative cities.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the development of legal frameworks and safety systems that ensure justice, security, and resilience in regenerative cities. Their expertise is vital for designing equitable governance, addressing crises, and fostering safe, cohesive communities.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Holacracy/Sociocracy Expert

2. Paramedic

3. Unitive Justice Specialist

4. Emergency Services Director

5. Crisis and Risk Manager

6. Environmental Law Specialist

7. Divine Law Practitioner

8. Cooperative Law Specialist

9. "Commons" Law Expert

10. Cybersecurity Expert

11. Indigenous Law Specialist

12. Regulatory Law Specialist

13. Defense and Security Specialist

14. Law Enforcement or Criminal Law Specialist

15. Dispute Resolution and Restorative Justice Specialist

16. Disaster Response Coordinator

17. And more: Experts in innovative legal systems, public safety, and crisis management strategies.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Holacracy and Sociocracy Experts: To establish participatory and adaptive governance systems.

• Environmental and Commons Law Specialists: To protect shared resources and prioritize ecological justice.

• Crisis and Risk Managers: To design frameworks that mitigate and respond to emergencies effectively.

• Cybersecurity Experts: To safeguard data and critical infrastructure in interconnected systems.

• Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Specialists: To promote fairness and reconciliation within communities.

• Disaster Response Coordinators and Emergency Services Directors: To ensure rapid, organized responses to extreme events and crises.

This focus group is key to ensuring that regenerative cities are governed fairly, protected effectively, and prepared to respond to unforeseen challenges.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of systems that prioritize holistic health and wellness. Their expertise ensures that regenerative cities promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being, making health care accessible, integrative, and preventative.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Nurse Practitioner

2. Holistic Health Expert (Multi-Disciplinary Doctor)

3. Medical Operations Specialist

4. Doctor Specializing in Family Health

5. Psychologist

6. Public Health Specialist

7. Meditation and Breathwork Expert

8. Hospital Manager

9. Space Colony Medical Systems Designer

10. Physical Movement Specialist/Kinesiologist

11. Wholistic Pathologist

12. Hospice/Death Doula

13. Naturopathic Medicine Expert

14. Cancer Specialist

15. Diagnostic Medicine Expert

16. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

17. Martial Arts Instructor

18. And more: Pioneers in innovative health solutions and wellness practices.
    

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Holistic Health Experts and Naturopathic Medicine Practitioners: To promote integrative approaches to health and healing.

• Public Health Specialists and Medical Operations Experts: To design efficient and equitable health systems for communities.

• Meditation and Breathwork Experts: To support mental and emotional well-being as a cornerstone of wellness.

• Space Colony Medical Systems Designers: To innovate health care solutions for extreme environments.

• Kinesiologists and Physical Movement Specialists: To encourage active, healthy lifestyles.

• Hospice and Death Doulas: To provide compassionate end-of-life care and support.

This focus group ensures that our framework for regenerative cities prioritizes the holistic health of residents, fostering well-being across all dimensions of life.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of lifelong learning and care systems that empower individuals and communities. Their expertise ensures that regenerative cities nurture growth, foster intergenerational connection, and support the needs of children, elders, and everyone in between.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Pedagogical/Instructional Designer

2. Child Development Expert

3. Participatory/Democratic Education Expert

4. Lifelong Learning Specialist

5. Alzheimer’s/Dementia/Memory Illnesses Expert

6. Longevity Specialist

7. Montessori Expert

8. Reggio Emilia Methods Educator

9. AI-Personalized Online Education and Training Expert

10. Agile Learning or Project-Based Learning Specialist

11. Maker Space Director

12. Mentorship/Guild Education Specialist

13. University and Higher Education Expert

14. Elder Care Needs Specialist

15. Special Education Specialist

16. Midwifery and Reproductive Medicine Expert

17. And more: Innovators in inclusive education and comprehensive care systems.
    

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Instructional Designers and Child Development Experts: To create nurturing and effective learning environments.

• Lifelong Learning and Participatory Education Specialists: To promote accessible, democratic education for all ages.

• Montessori and Reggio Emilia Educators: To foster curiosity, creativity, and independence in early education.

• AI Education Experts: To leverage technology for personalized learning pathways.

• Elder Care and Memory Illness Specialists: To ensure dignified, compassionate support for aging populations.

• Maker Space and Mentorship Facilitators: To encourage hands-on learning and intergenerational collaboration.

This focus group ensures that we invest in the growth and well-being of every generation, fostering a culture of care and education.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group helps us understand the state of the natural world and the future we are building for. Their expertise is crucial in modeling current conditions, predicting potential scenarios, and guiding the other focus groups on what to prepare for. By combining insights from Earth sciences, climate studies, ecosystem restoration, and space exploration, they provide a foundation for designing regenerative cities that are resilient and forward-thinking.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Atmospheric Scientist

2. Climate Science, Projection, and Modeling Expert

3. Ecosystem Restoration Ecologist

4. Oceanic/Marine Biologist

5. Soil Scientist

6. Entomologist

7. Bioregionalism Expert

8. Geothermal Scientist

9. Chemist

10. Biologist

11. Botanist

12. Earth Observation Specialist

13. Geologist/Hydrogeologist

14. Forestry Expert

15. Mathematician/Theorist

16. Physicist

17. Agroforestry Expert

18. And more: Innovators in planetary modeling, climate adaptation, and space technologies.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Climate Scientists and Atmospheric Experts: To model and forecast environmental changes, helping other groups anticipate and prepare for future challenges.

• Ecosystem Restoration Ecologists and Agroforestry Experts: To guide efforts in reversing environmental degradation and creating thriving ecosystems.

• Soil Scientists and Biologists: To provide foundational knowledge for sustainable land use and food production systems.

• Earth Observation Specialists and Geologists: To assess planetary health and identify critical resources.

• Marine Biologists and Forestry Experts: To protect and restore diverse ecosystems essential for planetary balance.

• Space and Earth Observation Experts: To extend insights into planetary systems and explore sustainable strategies for extraterrestrial environments.

This focus group ensures that the design of regenerative cities is informed by a deep understanding of Earth’s systems, preparing for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the creation of the social and cultural fabric that makes regenerative cities vibrant and cohesive. Their expertise ensures that art, creativity, and community-building practices foster connection, shared identity, and a sense of belonging within the city. By integrating culture into urban life, they enrich the human experience and support social resilience.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Musician

2. Indigenous Technology Expert (e.g., Swamps and Water Systems, Tree Training)

3. Social Media Platform Manager/Creator

4. Visual Artist

5. Digital Artist

6. Network Builder (Local)

7. Indigenous Governance Expert

8. Craft Expert (e.g., Basket Weaving, Fabric Making)

9. Maker Space Director

10. Cultural Anthropologist

11. Ethnobotanist

12. Language Revitalization Specialist

13. Social Justice Advocate

14. Cultural Heritage Specialist

15. Shamanic Visionary Artist

16. And more: Innovators in cultural expression and community-building practices.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Artists and Musicians: To inspire and unite communities through creativity and expression.

• Indigenous Technology and Governance Experts: To integrate time-tested knowledge and practices into modern designs.

• Social Media and Network Builders: To foster digital and physical connections that strengthen community ties.

• Cultural Anthropologists and Heritage Specialists: To preserve and celebrate cultural diversity and identity.

• Maker Space Directors and Craft Experts: To empower hands-on creativity and skills-sharing within communities.

This focus group ensures that regenerative cities are not only functional but also rich with cultural identity, fostering creativity, connection, and a sense of shared purpose.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides the integration of wisdom rooted in nature and spirituality into the framework of regenerative cities. Their contributions align the city’s design with universal principles of harmony, interconnectedness, and shared human values. By fostering a deeper understanding of our collective needs, they help create a city that supports both individual and communal well-being.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Indigenous Wisdom Keepers

2. Spiritual Teachers

3. Holistic Practitioners

4. Cultural and Ancestral Knowledge Experts

5. Ritual and Ceremony Facilitators

6. And more: Thought leaders in spiritual growth and collective consciousness.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Indigenous Wisdom Keepers: To share profound insights into living harmoniously with nature, ensuring regenerative cities honor the Earth’s rhythms.

• Spiritual Teachers: To nurture the advancement of human consciousness, fostering unity and shared purpose.

• Holistic Practitioners and Ceremony Facilitators: To integrate spiritual practices that support emotional resilience and connection.

• Cultural and Ancestral Knowledge Experts: To align city designs with enduring human values and traditions.

This focus group ensures that regenerative cities are designed not just for physical sustainability but also for spiritual and emotional enrichment, rooted in shared human values and the wisdom of the past.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group guides cross-disciplinary collaboration to unlock creative, transformative solutions for regenerative cities. By bringing together diverse expertise and systems thinking, they catalyze breakthroughs and ensure the city’s framework is adaptive, forward-thinking, and comprehensive.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

1. Innovation Managers or Facilitators

2. Sensemaking Researchers

3. Successful Startup Founders

4. Public Sector Innovation Experts

5. Academic Researchers

6. Philosophers

7. Science Communicators

8. Service Designers

9. Business Strategists

10. Foresight Specialists

11. Linguistics Experts

12. Futurists

13. Inventors

14. Cross-Disciplinary Innovators

15. And more: Visionaries who think beyond conventional boundaries.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Innovation Managers and Startup Founders: To bring entrepreneurial and practical approaches to solving complex challenges.

• Sensemaking Researchers and Foresight Specialists: To synthesize diverse insights and anticipate future trends.

• Philosophers and Linguistics Experts: To deepen understanding of human values and communication within a regenerative framework.

• Service Designers and Business Strategists: To create systems that are functional, scalable, and centered on human and ecological needs.

• Futurists and Inventors: To envision and prototype transformative possibilities that redefine sustainable living.
  

This focus group ensures that regenerative cities are infused with creativity, adaptability, and holistic thinking, laying the groundwork for groundbreaking solutions that transcend traditional limitations.

Why We Need These Specialists: This focus group ensures the smooth operation and coherence of the Masterminding EDEN event, providing the support structure that allows all other focus groups to thrive. By coordinating efforts, facilitating collaboration, and maintaining a cohesive vision, they hold everything together, enabling the seamless development of innovative solutions for regenerative communities.

Specialists in This Focus Group Include:

• Core Team

• Conflict Resolution Specialists

• Event Coordinators

• Transformational Coaches

• Group Facilitators and Scribes

• Ephemeral Group Process Facilitators

• Visual Note-Taking Artists

• Business Development and Marketing Specialists

• Audio and Video Capturing Experts

• Organizational Governance and Cultural Psychologists

• Gamification Experts and Systems Architects

• Design Sprint Curators

• Physical Fitness Lead

• Extracurricular Activities Lead

• Youth Council Lead

• Childcare Specialists

• And more: Experts in creating and sustaining collaborative environments.

Why Their Contributions Matter:

• Core Team and Event Coordinators: To maintain vision, coherence, and operational efficiency throughout the event.

• Conflict Resolution Specialists and Transformational Coaches: To nurture a constructive, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

• Ephemeral Group Process Facilitators and Scribes: To ensure effective communication and documentation across multidisciplinary groups.

• Extracurricular Leads and Childcare Specialists: To provide support for participants and foster a holistic, family-friendly environment.

• Business Development, Marketing, and Gamification Experts: To amplify engagement, outreach, and innovation.

This focus group is the backbone of the Masterminding EDEN event, ensuring all other groups can focus on their work while fostering a cohesive, supportive, and innovative environment.