Job Description
InnovateCorp seeks a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands foresight in emerging technologies, market shifts, and human behavior to position our portfolio for 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex data into actionable strategies that redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ strategic frameworks using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario modeling
- Lead innovation labs prototyping breakthrough solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Partner with R&D to accelerate commercialization of next-gen technologies
- Present future-state roadmaps to stakeholders and investors with compelling narratives
- Monitor geopolitical, economic, and tech signals impacting 2026 strategic decisions
- Mentor innovation teams in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation, or futures planning with Fortune 500 experience
- Expertise in emerging tech (AI, quantum, biotech) and their 2026 implications
- Proven track record of launching future-focused initiatives
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, Foresight Practitioner)
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills