Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect groundbreaking solutions that will redefine industries. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage emerging technologies and market intelligence to develop forward-looking roadmaps for our global clients. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where creativity meets cutting-edge research, and your work will directly shape how businesses adapt to the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement strategic innovation frameworks for post-2025 market landscapes
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Develop scenario-based models for industry disruption preparedness
- Present strategic blueprints to C-suite executives and board members
- Collaborate with R&D to integrate next-gen capabilities into client ecosystems
- Monitor global tech trends and regulatory shifts affecting 2026+ horizons
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record in scaling disruptive technologies
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futurism (or equivalent experience)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., CPSI, SCAMPER)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused strategic initiatives