Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as our lead 2026 Futurist Strategist. Join a visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group where we decode emerging trends to build transformative solutions for the next decade. This role merges technological foresight with business strategy to position our organization at the forefront of 2026's breakthrough industries.
We seek a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of AI, sustainability, and human-centered design. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term roadmaps while identifying disruptive opportunities in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and climate tech. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and market expansion plans.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macro-trends and technological shifts to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for next-gen product ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state vision
- Author thought leadership reports on emerging industry paradigms
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Advise executive leadership on strategic pivots and market positioning
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory impacts on future innovation landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in industry foresight publications
- Experience with scenario planning tools and futures forecasting models