Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring our leadership in the next technological frontier. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and architect blueprints for our 2026 market dominance.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology foresight, market analysis, and strategic execution. You'll leverage AI-driven trend analysis, scenario planning, and stakeholder workshops to shape our 5-year innovation roadmap. If you're passionate about building tomorrow's solutions today, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for disruptive technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, decentralized AI) and societal trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop and maintain a 2026 technology roadmap with actionable milestones for R&D and product teams
- Facilitate executive workshops translating foresight insights into strategic priorities and investment decisions
- Build predictive models simulating market disruptions and competitive scenarios for 2026
- Author thought leadership publications positioning InnovateForward as the 2026 innovation authority
- Partner with product teams to embed future-ready capabilities into current development cycles
- Establish an internal '2026 Innovation Council' to align cross-functional future-readiness initiatives
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology strategy
- Proven track record developing multi-year technology roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Delphi Method, AI-powered forecasting)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing, Web3)
- Experience facilitating executive strategy sessions and translating complex concepts into actionable plans
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or digital transformation topics
- MSc/MBA in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020+ technology predictions with validated outcomes