Job Description
Join Innovate 2026, the premier think-shaping tomorrow's industries today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive leadership to future-proof our clients' operations in an era of exponential change.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and finance sectors to translate foresight into actionable strategies. Our dynamic environment values intellectual curiosity and bold thinking – perfect for disrupting conventional wisdom and redefining what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for Fortune 500 clients
- Present future-state insights to executive stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narratives
- Drive cross-functional innovation workshops to align teams on future-ready capabilities
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging trends and their business implications
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Quantify future opportunities through market modeling and risk assessment methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist role
- Proven track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systemic thinking frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Published thought leadership in reputable industry journals or platforms
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) strongly preferred