Job Description
Join InnovateNext as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's business landscapes. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, ensuring our organization thrives in the next wave of technological and societal evolution. If you're passionate about shaping the future, this is your moment to lead.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026+ markets
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating exponential technologies with sustainable business models
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-focused solutions
- Present foresight insights to C-suite and board members with data-driven narratives
- Partner with R&D to translate future scenarios into actionable R&D priorities
- Build and lead a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis across tech, policy, and societal domains
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies or societal transformation
- Experience leading high-impact innovation initiatives in Fortune 500 or scale-up environments
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive audiences
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)