Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap and transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. This role demands a blend of futurist thinking and operational excellence to position our organization as an industry pioneer.
As a key architect of our 2026 strategy, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive technologies, market shifts, and consumer behavior patterns. Your insights will directly shape product development, investment priorities, and competitive positioning for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy roadmap with measurable KPIs
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and market trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future-proof solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready capabilities
- Establish competitive intelligence frameworks for 2026 market positioning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of executing multi-year corporate transformation
- Expertise in emerging tech trends and market analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Strategic Studies
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across global markets
- Strong financial modeling and ROI analysis capabilities
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., CIMP, CEIM) preferred
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences