Job Description
InnovateForward Inc. is seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist 2026 to architect our next-generation roadmap. As a pivotal member of our innovation division, you'll translate emerging technologies into actionable business strategies, driving our organization toward unprecedented growth in the 2026 horizon. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to position us at the vanguard of industry transformation.
You will collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and spearhead initiatives that redefine market paradigms. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive in ambiguity, this is your opportunity to leave an indelible mark on the technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 strategic roadmaps by synthesizing AI, quantum computing, and biotech trends
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive stakeholders
- Identify disruptive market opportunities and competitive threats
- Present foresight findings to boards and venture partners
- Build innovation pipelines with R&D and product teams
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting tech adoption
- Author thought leadership on future-of-work paradigms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- MBA or advanced degree in futurism, technology, or business
- Expertise in emerging tech: generative AI, metaverse, quantum
- Proven track record of scaling tech ventures
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFMP)
- Experience with scenario modeling and horizon scanning
- Exceptional executive communication skills