Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow to shape the future of business strategy and technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Officer to lead our 2026 roadmap, driving cutting-edge initiatives that redefine industry standards. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with executive leadership, requiring you to anticipate emerging trends, develop future-proof frameworks, and orchestrate cross-functional innovation sprints. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to translate futuristic concepts into scalable commercial opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to architect tomorrow's success today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic innovation roadmap, integrating AI, biotech, and quantum computing trends
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Design future-proof business models and scenario-planning frameworks for executive decision-making
- Orchestrate cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, product, and marketing teams
- Present strategic foresight insights to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narratives
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and industry think tanks
- Mentor innovation teams in human-centered design and rapid prot methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI, blockchain, synthetic biology, AR/VR
- Exceptional scenario-planning and systems-thinking capabilities
- Strong executive presence with C-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism publications
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., from APF)