Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human potential. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, transforming emerging technologies into industry-defining solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape the future of how businesses evolve in an exponential world.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Facilitate design thinking workshops with executive stakeholders
- Build and manage a portfolio of moonshot projects with exponential growth potential
- Author thought leadership on future trends and industry disruption
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Measure and report innovation ROI using advanced analytics frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or technology foresight
- Proven track record of launching exponential-growth initiatives
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Certified in design thinking and agile methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Experience scaling innovation programs in Fortune 500 environments