Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead cutting-edge initiatives at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human experience. This role demands radical creativity and strategic foresight to position our company at the forefront of 2026's emerging trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, design future roadmaps, and pioneer solutions that redefine industries.
Our San Francisco headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for innovation, with state-of-the-art labs and a team of world-class disruptors. We provide comprehensive benefits including equity, flexible work arrangements, and continuous learning stipends. If you're passionate about building the future and thrive in ambiguity, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight initiatives for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and launch next-generation solutions
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for competitive advantage
- Design future-proof business models aligned with sustainability and human-centric design
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board members
- Build and maintain partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Author thought leadership publications on future trends and disruption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, product innovation, or futurist research
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, Futures Studies, or related field
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Portfolio demonstrating strategic foresight projects or published futurist work
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFIP) preferred