Job Description
Join InnovateNext to architect tomorrow's business landscape today. As our Director of Future Strategy 2026, you'll spearhead transformative initiatives that redefine industries. This pivotal role demands visionary leadership and cutting-edge expertise to navigate emerging technologies, market shifts, and global trends. Collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable 5-year roadmaps while fostering a culture of innovation across our global footprint. Your strategic insights will directly shape our $2B innovation pipeline and position us as the undisputed leader in next-gen solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026 strategic vision across technology, market expansion, and sustainability initiatives
- Lead cross-functional teams of futurists, data scientists, and industry disruptors
- Identify and prioritize emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with $50M+ market impact potential
- Establish strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and academic institutions
- Present future scenarios to the board and secure $100M+ annual innovation funding
- Drive organizational transformation through agile methodologies and design thinking
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic trends affecting 2026 market landscapes
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic planning with 5+ years in C-suite leadership
- Proven track record in disrupting traditional industries through innovation
- Expertise in futures forecasting, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Strategic Studies (PhD preferred)
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or future economies
- Experience scaling global teams across 3+ continents
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFAP) or data-driven innovation
- Portfolio of successful 5-year strategic implementations