Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode the technological and societal landscape of 2026 and beyond. As a key architect of our future roadmap, you'll transform foresight into actionable strategies that redefine industries. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your moment to shape the future.
In this pivotal role, you'll partner with C-suite executives to embed future intelligence into product development, market expansion, and long-term innovation initiatives. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing scenario-based strategies that position us as pioneers in emerging markets. Your insights will directly influence our $2B innovation portfolio and global expansion into next-gen industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps integrating future trends with business objectives
- Lead high-impact scenario planning workshops for executive stakeholders
- Identify and validate disruptive market opportunities worth $50M+ potential
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-ready solutions
- Present future insights to investors and board members through compelling narratives
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems to scout strategic partnerships
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record developing market-shaping strategies with $100M+ impact
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Management preferred