Job Description
Join InnovateForward Solutions at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our clients as industry pioneers. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy to shape the post-2026 digital frontier.
In our dynamic Austin hub, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, leveraging AI-driven foresight tools to identify paradigm shifts. We offer unparalleled autonomy to pioneer methodologies that redefine competitive advantage in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year strategic foresight frameworks using scenario planning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on post-2026 market disruptions
- Produce quarterly innovation briefs quantifying emerging technology impacts
- Design and execute market entry strategies for next-gen industries
- Mentor junior strategists in futures research methodologies
- Partner with R&D to incubate moonshot projects targeting 2026+ markets
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or corporate futurism
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI
- Proven track record of launching future-focused initiatives
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or MBA
- Certification in Futures Research or Innovation Management
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry journals
- Experience with horizon scanning and Delphi methodologies