Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine the future. We seek a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to map emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions. This hybrid role combines deep technological foresight with human-centered design to prepare our organization for the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and global innovators to translate futuristic possibilities into actionable strategies that drive sustainable growth.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation. You'll lead immersive trend-forecasting workshops, develop scenario-based roadmaps, and pioneer frameworks for exponential change. This is your opportunity to shape how industries adapt to quantum computing, AI ethics, and the metaverse revolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop adaptive strategy frameworks for post-digital transformation markets
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops on exponential innovation and future-proofing
- Produce white papers and trend reports on ethical AI, quantum adoption, and sustainable tech
- Architect scenario-planning models for climate-resilient business operations
- Advise leadership on metaverse integration and spatial computing opportunities
- Build strategic partnerships with futurist think tanks and academic research centers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AI, biotech, neurotech)
- Proven track record translating complex futures into executable business strategies
- Strong background in human-centered design and behavioral economics
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech trends (e.g., Nature Futures, MIT Tech Review)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant STEM field
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP, WFS) preferred
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive and stakeholder audiences