Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. As a 2026 Futurist Strategist, you'll architect transformative roadmaps that position our organization as an industry leader in emerging technologies and societal shifts. This role demands visionary thinking and data-driven foresight to navigate complex market evolutions and capitalize on untapped opportunities.
We're seeking a strategic trailblazer to collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners. Your insights will shape product development, investment strategies, and market entry plans for 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your chance to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ technology roadmaps using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive trends and innovation gaps
- Produce executive briefings on emerging technologies (AI, quantum, bioengineering)
- Design competitive positioning strategies for future market landscapes
- Partner with product teams to integrate foresight into development lifecycles
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with documented impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systemic risk assessment
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Experience advising C-suite executives on future strategy
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Research preferred