Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we pioneer the future of human potential. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of growth. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they reshape industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into market-leading innovations while mentoring our innovation lab. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and exponential thinking, this is your moment to shape tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for C-suite decision-making
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Author quarterly foresight briefs for executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Design and facilitate future-vision workshops with global leadership
- Mentor junior futurists in foresight methodologies and strategic frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proven ability to translate complex scenarios into executable strategies
- Published thought leadership in futurism or adjacent fields
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences