Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Shape the future of technology, consumer behavior, and industry disruption through cutting-edge research and strategic foresight. Collaborate with C-suite executives to build actionable frameworks that position our brand as the global leader in emerging tech ecosystems. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and execution, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech innovations
- Partner with product teams to translate future trends into viable business opportunities
- Deliver executive-level foresight briefings and scenario-planning workshops
- Establish innovation KPIs and track disruption indicators across 15+ industries
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and academic thought leaders
- Author white papers and thought leadership content for industry conferences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology foresight roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial products/services
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional scenario planning and systems modeling capabilities
- Published thought leader with 50+ industry citations/presentations
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., ACIF, CSSF) preferred
- Experience scaling innovation programs in Fortune 500 environments