Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation solutions, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our strategic roadmap for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, social, and economic trends to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term organizational resilience
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate foresight into corporate planning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping future-state solutions
- Author high-impact trend reports and predictive market analyses
- Champion emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) in strategic planning
- Present future-shaping insights to investors and board stakeholders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (horizon scanning, Delphi method)