Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation roadmap and position us as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving technological frontier. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and cross-functional leadership to shape our 2026 initiatives and beyond.
You will lead high-impact research initiatives, collaborate with C-suite executives, and translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption, this is your opportunity to define what's next.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 strategic roadmaps by analyzing emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and market disruption patterns
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions with engineering and product teams
- Develop scenario-planning models for global market shifts and regulatory landscapes
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and executive stakeholders
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, patents, and industry conference keynotes
- Partner with R&D to incubate moonshot projects with 5-7 year commercialization horizons
- Mentor junior futurists and build a future-focused culture across the organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption modeling frameworks
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive analytics
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence and public speaking experience
- Portfolio of published foresight work or patents in emerging technology domains