Job Description
Join Innovate Corp at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technological acumen, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll partner with C-suite executives to navigate exponential technologies, identify disruptive business models, and drive organizational transformation in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll lead horizon scanning initiatives, develop future scenario frameworks, and translate complex insights into actionable strategies. This is your chance to shape how industries evolve and position Innovate Corp as the undisputed innovation leader in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and disruptive trends
- Design and facilitate scenario planning workshops for executive leadership teams
- Translate foresight insights into product development roadmaps and business opportunities
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and C-suite executives
- Build and manage an internal network of innovation champions across departments
- Publish thought leadership on industry futures and technology evolution
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Strategic Management, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Experience facilitating C-level strategic planning sessions
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation publications
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights