Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of global industries. This pivotal role blends data-driven foresight with human-centric innovation to shape our company's 5-year roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and present strategic frameworks to investors and stakeholders. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to define what comes next.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual '2026 Horizon Reports' analyzing disruptive technologies and socio-economic shifts
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite decision-making across 5 strategic pillars
- Lead 'Future Labs' - immersive workshops with Fortune 500 partners to co-create next-gen solutions
- Establish AI-driven trend-monitoring systems for real-time strategic adaptation
- Present foresight findings to investors, board members, and industry consortiums
- Mentor innovation teams on long-term thinking methodologies
- Author thought leadership pieces for Forbes, MIT Tech Review, and industry journals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in corporate strategy, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications