Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role will shape how industries evolve by leveraging cutting-edge technologies, behavioral shifts, and market disruptors. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable strategies, driving our position as the global leader in next-generation solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to redefine the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a multi-year innovation roadmap aligned with 2026 technological and societal trends
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their market disruption potential
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify future-proof business opportunities
- Produce strategic foresight reports for executive decision-making and investor relations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs for early innovation scouting
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes impacting long-term strategy
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for 5-10 year business resilience
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology foresight roles
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategy
- Expertise in emerging technologies and their societal impact
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and stakeholder engagement
- Strong analytical background with data-driven scenario modeling
- Published thought leadership on technological or societal evolution
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred