Job Description
Join Visionary Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our company as an industry leader in the next technological revolution. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution, ensuring we're not just prepared for 2026 but actively shaping it.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. You'll translate complex data into actionable strategies while fostering a culture of innovation that disrupts conventional thinking. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to forecast technological and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop comprehensive innovation roadmaps with 3-5 year strategic pathways
- Design and facilitate immersive futures-thinking workshops for executive teams
- Partner with product teams to integrate emerging technologies into commercial offerings
- Establish KPIs for innovation maturity and track progress against 2026 milestones
- Author thought leadership content positioning the company as a future-ready authority
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints focused on exponential technologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling and scenario planning capabilities
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful innovation initiatives launched
- Deep understanding of global megatrends and their business implications
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Experience scaling innovation frameworks in enterprise environments