Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Inc. as we shape the future of technology and human progress. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to develop forward-looking roadmaps, anticipate disruptive trends, and guide our R&D initiatives toward breakthrough innovations. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring deep analytical skills and creative foresight.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, climate tech), assess their market potential, and translate insights into actionable strategic plans. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and can distill complex future scenarios into executable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain multi-year strategic foresight frameworks for emerging technologies
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-focused solutions
- Produce trend reports and scenario analyses for executive decision-making
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design and implement horizon-scanning methodologies
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors
- Mentor innovation teams on future-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 companies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal impacts
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial innovations
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization skills
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic roadmapping
- Published thought leadership in technology or business journals
- Strong network within tech innovation ecosystems