Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal transformations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-readiness into our DNA, driving innovation that defines the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic vision roadmap through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging technologies and their business implications
- Produce forward-looking reports on disruptive forces (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Advise executive leadership on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Establish KPIs for tracking future-readiness and innovation maturity
- Partner with R&D to validate future scenarios through prototyping
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record developing multi-year future scenarios for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into actionable strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategy, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)
- Published thought leadership in future trends or innovation