Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next wave of technological disruption and market evolution. This role demands a blend of foresight analysis, strategic planning, and cross-industry innovation to position our clients as leaders in the rapidly approaching 2026 landscape.
In our dynamic Austin hub, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and emerging tech startups to decode future trends, develop actionable roadmaps, and drive exponential growth opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to forecast 2026 market disruptions and opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for clients to navigate exponential technological shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing business models and workforce transformation
- Produce trend reports and innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Identify and evaluate breakthrough technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and investor groups
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Strong background in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable strategies
- Experience with C-level stakeholder management and executive presentations
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Portfolio of published trend analyses or innovation frameworks
- Certification in foresight methodology (e.g., CFM, CFP) preferred