Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next decade of technological evolution. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy, requiring you to decode emerging trends, design future-ready ecosystems, and lead cross-functional teams through paradigm shifts. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to incubate breakthrough ideas that will redefine industries by 2026.
Why this role matters: You'll directly shape our product roadmap and client innovation frameworks while mentoring the next generation of futurists. This isn't just about predicting the future—it's about creating it.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 innovation roadmaps by synthesizing global tech trends, market disruptions, and scientific breakthroughs
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing prototype solutions for emerging markets and future consumer behaviors
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate foresight into corporate strategy and risk mitigation
- Deliver executive-level trend briefings and scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients
- Establish KPI frameworks to measure innovation impact and track adoption of future-ready technologies
- Manage a $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Mentor junior strategists in advanced methodologies like horizon scanning and weak signal detection
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting with demonstrable impact on long-term planning
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, synthetic biology) and their market implications
- Proven ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field required
- Portfolio showcasing published foresight work or implemented innovation initiatives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFSD) or equivalent preferred
- Experience leading teams through organizational transformation in tech-driven industries
- Deep understanding of global policy/regulatory landscapes affecting innovation ecosystems