Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of visionary thinking, analytical rigor, and cross-industry foresight to pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine markets. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead global innovation labs, and translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential trends, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop and implement strategic innovation frameworks for product development and market entry
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate future-focused solutions
- Deliver executive briefings on future trends and disruption risks
- Establish cross-functional innovation ecosystems with academia, startups, and industry leaders
- Quantify future market opportunities through scenario modeling and data analytics
- Drive organizational adoption of future-ready mindsets and agile methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products/services
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and disruption mapping
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Experience leading cross-continental innovation initiatives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy