Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and help architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary leader to navigate emerging technological, social, and economic trends shaping 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines deep strategic foresight with actionable innovation frameworks to position our organization at the forefront of future disruption. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex future scenarios into competitive advantage. If you're passionate about redefining industries and thrive in ambiguity, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight roadmap using scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional innovation labs to prototype future-facing products and services
- Deliver executive briefings on disruptive trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track progress against 2026 milestones
- Partner with R&D to integrate emerging technologies into core business strategy
- Author thought leadership content on future-focused business models
- Manage a $5M innovation fund for high-potential 2026 ventures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Future Studies, or Innovation Management
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning with Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented initiatives with measurable ROI
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Certification in Futures Research or equivalent (e.g., AC/SCIP)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures to stakeholders