Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect tomorrow's today. We seek a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, design groundbreaking solutions, and steer our organization toward the future. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution to transform industry paradigms.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to develop forward-looking roadmaps. You'll leverage cutting-edge analytics, scenario planning, and cross-industry insights to position InnovateForward as the undisputed leader in the 2026 digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech sectors
- Develop strategic frameworks for 2026 market disruption opportunities
- Design innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational vision
- Facilitate executive workshops on future scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Partner with product teams to incubate next-generation solutions
- Publish thought leadership on emerging technology impacts
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurist thought partners
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, R&D leadership, or futurist research
- Expertise in exponential technologies and systemic change modeling
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred
- Exceptional communication skills with C-suite and technical audiences
- Portfolio of published future outlooks or scenario planning projects
- Deep understanding of geopolitical and socioeconomic disruptors