Job Description
We are seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to join our dynamic team at Horizon Innovations. In this pivotal role, you will architect our organization's trajectory through the next decade by analyzing emerging technologies, market shifts, and global megatrends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform futuristic insights into actionable strategies that drive innovation and market leadership. This is your opportunity to shape the future of technology and business in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Conduct deep-dive research on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their industry implications
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 2026-2030 market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align departments on future-focused initiatives
- Monitor geopolitical, economic, and social trends affecting long-term business strategy
- Produce high-impact future-state reports and executive presentations
- Build partnerships with innovation labs, academic institutions, and thought leaders
- Integrate sustainability and ethical foresight into corporate planning frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies; PhD preferred
- 8+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurist roles
- Expertise in trend forecasting and scenario planning methodologies
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused strategies
- Strong understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management