Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as our lead 2026 Futurist Strategist. Join Visionary Labs Inc. at the forefront of innovation, where we decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for the post-2025 era. You'll spearhead initiatives that bridge current capabilities with future possibilities, driving our organization into the next evolution of technological and societal advancement.
We're seeking a visionary thinker with a passion for foresight, strategy, and disruptive innovation. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research teams, and global partners to develop actionable frameworks that position us as industry pioneers in the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ market shifts, technological disruptions, and societal transformations
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Champion innovation workshops with cross-functional teams to generate future-ready solutions
- Present foresight findings to stakeholders through compelling visualizations and executive briefings
- Establish metrics to track future-readiness and strategic alignment across departments
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate emerging concepts for 2026 market entry
- Author thought leadership publications positioning our organization as a future authority
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI, neurotech, and climate innovation
- Strong data modeling skills with tools like Gartner Hype Cycle, Deloitte Tech Trends, or custom scenario planning
- Exceptional storytelling abilities translating complex futures into actionable business strategies
- PhD or Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership on 2026+ technology or societal transformation topics