Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect groundbreaking solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends foresight analysis with actionable strategy development, requiring both creative thinking and execution excellence. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate emerging trends into competitive advantages while building a roadmap for sustainable growth.
Why FutureWorks? We're a certified B-Corp pioneering human-centered AI solutions with 94% employee retention. Our award-winning innovation lab partners with Fortune 500 companies to develop future-ready frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities
- Quantify market potential for emerging technologies through data modeling
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders quarterly
- Manage innovation pipeline with stage-gate methodology
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-state solutions
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory shifts affecting 2026 landscapes
Qualifications
- 7+ years in innovation strategy or corporate foresight
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology forecasting
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Economics, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5+ year strategic initiatives
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester)
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., IXL, CPSI)
- Experience scaling solutions across global markets