Stretch

At Stretch, we help individuals and organisations think differently about the future – and its vital relationship with the present. Founded by futurologist and innovation strategist John Vary, Stretch exists to unlock bold thinking, spark imagination, and create tangible strategies for a world in flux. We bring together futures thinking, design-led innovation, and diversity of thought to help organisations build more inclusive, creative, and human-centred pathways forward. Whether you’re navigating uncertainty, seeking fresh perspectives, or reimagining your organisation’s impact, Stretch is here to challenge convention and expand possibility. We don’t just ask what’s next – we ask what matters most, right now. Our Services At Stretch, we offer a suite of services designed to unlock bold thinking and inclusive innovation: Strategic Innovation Consultancy – We help organisations reimagine challenges through futures thinking, design-led innovation, and systems exploration. Futurist-in-Residence – An embedded, flexible service offering foresight expertise, scanning signals of change, and building future-fit strategies. Futures Design Workshops – Immersive sessions that challenge assumptions, spark imagination, and create practical pathways to action. Diversity of Thought Advisory – We support leadership teams to broaden perspectives, embed cognitive diversity, and unlock fresh strategic thinking. The Library – A thought leadership hub of essays, tools, and provocations designed to fuel continuous learning. Opportunities for Youth – Our campaign to tackle learning inequality by giving young people access to future skills and creative thinking.