Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions as a Futurist Strategist and architect the next frontier of business transformation. We seek a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, design 2026-ready ecosystems, and pioneer human-centered innovation. Shape the future of technology, society, and enterprise strategy in our cutting-edge San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts post-2025
- Develop adaptive roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-proof principles into organizational DNA
- Curate immersive foresight labs with global industry pioneers
- Translate complex foresight into actionable business strategies
- Drive thought leadership through white papers and keynote presentations
- Mentor cross-functional teams in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of forecasting tech/societal shifts (2020-2025 validation)
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategy, or related field
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies
- Experience with C-level stakeholder alignment in Fortune 500 environments