Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategy Director to architect our next-generation roadmap. This role demands a blend of radical innovation and pragmatic execution, positioning our company at the vanguard of technological evolution. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing groundbreaking solutions while maintaining our commitment to ethical advancement and sustainable growth.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, reimagines industry paradigms, and possesses an unwavering passion for shaping the future. This is more than a job—it's your chance to architect the decade ahead.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic vision across all product lines and market segments
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market disruptors
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align long-term innovation objectives with business goals
- Direct cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Present future scenarios to stakeholders and guide organizational adaptation strategies
- Maintain competitive intelligence through global trend analysis and forecasting
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic planning, technology innovation, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year future roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning capabilities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in future trends or innovation strategy
- Experience leading high-stakes transformation initiatives in Fortune 500 environments
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management preferred