Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of innovation. This role merges cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, shaping how businesses navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond.
As a key architect of our future roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts, develop forward-looking frameworks, and position InnovateForward as the industry's thought leader. This is your opportunity to transform theoretical foresight into tangible competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech) to forecast 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating future technologies with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proof initiatives
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning frameworks for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-oriented solutions and validate market readiness
- Represent InnovateForward at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor innovation teams in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with future-planning focus
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into compelling narratives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., APF, Foresight Practitioner)
- Portfolio of published future scenarios or trend analyses