Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect of tomorrow's landscape. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging trends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts shaping 2026. You'll develop cutting-edge strategies that position our organization at the forefront of innovation, driving sustainable growth in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 5-year strategic horizons
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with C-suite executives
- Produce trend reports influencing R&D and product roadmaps
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify disruptive startups
- Design resilience strategies for geopolitical and climate volatility
- Present future vision to boards and industry forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or equivalent
- 7+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech trends
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on strategic transformation
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPS preferred)