Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Innovate Tomorrow Inc. to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to lead our long-term innovation roadmap and prepare our organization for the technological and societal transformations of tomorrow. This is your chance to shape industries before they exist.
In this high-impact role, you'll work directly with C-suite executives to decode emerging trends, develop forward-looking strategies, and position our company at the forefront of the 2026 digital landscape. You'll thrive in an environment where curiosity meets execution, and your insights directly influence multi-billion-dollar decisions.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for disruptive technologies and market shifts affecting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop comprehensive 5-year strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Champion cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and board members with data-driven recommendations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs to pioneer next-gen solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on industry evolution and competitive positioning
- Manage a $5M innovation fund for high-potential 2026-focused ventures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or equivalent (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of implementing future-oriented strategies in Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology adoption curves
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive-level presentation experience
- Published author or keynote speaker at global innovation conferences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-shaping initiatives