Job Description
Join Innovate Forward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric innovation. This pivotal role demands an architect of change who can decode emerging trends, pioneer sustainable solutions, and inspire cross-functional teams to turn future possibilities into present realities. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to shape industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic frameworks using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map emerging tech impacts (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Design future-proof business models aligned with ESG principles
- Produce actionable foresight reports for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish innovation pipelines with 3-5 year implementation roadmaps
- Collaborate with R&D to integrate frontier technologies into core offerings
- Represent company at global future-focused forums and conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Foresight, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning with proven 2025+ horizon experience
- Expertise in scenario planning and systemic trend analysis
- Proficiency in AI/ML forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Published thought leadership in future-shaping domains
- Experience scaling innovation in regulated industries
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ future-strategy implementations