Job Description
Join InnovateFutures LLC at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our organization as an industry leader through 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term business adaptation
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align organizational capabilities with future demands
- Produce actionable foresight reports with data-driven trend analysis and risk mitigation strategies
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product development
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry experts
- Represent the company at high-stakes industry conferences on future-focused topics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating complex future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities for executive audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Certification in strategic foresight or futures research (e.g., CFTR) required