Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. As a 2026 Strategic Futurist, you'll architect the next era of innovation by anticipating technological, societal, and market shifts. We seek visionary leaders to transform foresight into actionable strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. This is your chance to shape the future while working with world-class teams in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop long-term strategic roadmaps for 2026+ market transformations
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their industry impacts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable plans
- Build predictive models for demographic, economic, and environmental shifts
- Advocate for ethical innovation frameworks in high-stakes decision-making
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-readiness into organizational DNA
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business impact
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong background in technology forecasting or social change modeling
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills for executive stakeholder alignment
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-shaping initiatives