Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect solutions for the 2026 landscape. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge trend analysis with practical implementation planning to position our clients as industry leaders in the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to decode emerging technologies, market disruptions, and behavioral shifts that will define the next decade.
What You'll Achieve:
- Develop forward-looking strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with global stakeholders
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Establish thought leadership through white papers and executive briefings
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and technology impact assessments for 2026 market readiness
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive industry shifts
- Partner with R&D teams to validate future-proof product concepts
- Present strategic insights to executive boards and investor forums
- Build and lead a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Quantify ROI of future-focused initiatives using predictive analytics
- Author annual 'Future State' industry trend reports
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, bio-convergence)
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience with Delphi method and cross-impact matrix analysis
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- MBA or advanced degree in Technology Management, Economics, or related field