Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design 2026-ready roadmaps, and steer our organization toward unprecedented innovation. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position us as industry pioneers in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, social, and economic signals to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product development and market positioning
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate foresight into quarterly and annual planning cycles
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Produce trend reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Represent company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Mastery of AI/ML forecasting tools and quantitative modeling techniques
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level influence experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals