Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to architect our long-term innovation roadmap, leveraging emerging technologies and societal trends to redefine industry paradigms. This high-impact role demands strategic brilliance, data-driven foresight, and the ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies. Collaborate with C-suite executives to build resilient frameworks for the next decade of exponential growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ technology and market trend forecasts using advanced analytics and scenario modeling
- Design strategic roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, and quantum computing advancements
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-vision initiatives
- Conduct competitive disruption analysis for emerging market threats/opportunities
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing business models
- Oversee implementation of innovation sandbox projects for rapid prototyping
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in trend analysis tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive-level audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or Foresight Practitioner)