Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as Horizon Innovations Group's inaugural Senior Futurist & 2026 Vision Strategist. We're seeking a visionary trailblazer to architect our decade-long roadmap, merging cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative brilliance to decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and position our organization at the vanguard of innovation.
Join our elite team in San Francisco's tech epicenter where your insights will directly influence global industry standards. We offer unparalleled autonomy, cross-functional leadership opportunities, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop quantitative and qualitative frameworks for trend analysis, scenario planning, and strategic foresight
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-vision into product roadmaps and corporate strategy
- Author high-impact thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and manage a proprietary foresight intelligence platform utilizing AI-driven trend forecasting
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies and adaptive innovation practices
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs for trend validation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, Economics, or related field
- Proven track record of developing and implementing long-term strategic plans with measurable ROI
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI ethics, biotech convergence, or sustainable tech
- Exceptional data storytelling abilities with experience translating complex insights into executive narratives
- Published author or recognized authority in futurism/innovation thought leadership
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)