Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and lead our organization into the next frontier of innovation. This visionary role requires a forward-thinking leader to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll develop cutting-edge strategies that position us at the forefront of emerging trends while driving sustainable growth in an exponentially evolving landscape.
We're seeking a pioneer who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption. If you're passionate about shaping tomorrow's reality and possess the analytical rigor to back your insights, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and forecast emerging technologies, geopolitical shifts, and socio-economic trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop data-driven strategic roadmaps for 5-10 year horizon with measurable KPIs
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops to cultivate future-ready organizational capabilities
- Build and maintain relationships with global thought leaders, startups, and research institutions
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies for executive leadership
- Oversee implementation of pilot programs testing futuristic business models and technologies
- Author visionary thought leadership pieces positioning FutureWorks as a 2026 industry pioneer
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, Economics, or Futures Studies (PhD/Master's preferred)
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Certification in Futures Research or Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/CFR, APF) required
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic implementations with measurable impact