Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future. We seek a Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead transformative initiatives that redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, driving our position at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. You'll collaborate with global thought leaders, pioneer next-gen frameworks, and translate foresight into competitive advantage for our Fortune 500 partners.
Why This Role Matters: Shape how organizations prepare for 2026's exponential technological shifts, quantum computing adoption, and AI-driven market disruptions. Your insights will directly influence multi-billion-dollar investment decisions and product roadmaps.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-focused innovation roadmaps and scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) and market disruption vectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-ready transformation strategies
- Produce foresight reports and predictive models for 5-10 year horizon planning
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype 2026-viable solutions and validate market readiness
- Establish KPIs for future-proofing organizations and track adoption of strategic initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and disruption modeling
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum, AI, biotech) and their 2026 implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation (articles, whitepapers, books)
- Experience with futures research methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning, causal layered analysis)