Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. Join our elite team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the next wave of transformative technologies. This role demands visionary thinking to develop strategic roadmaps for emerging markets, disrupt industries, and position our company at the forefront of 2026's technological landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex future trends into actionable business opportunities. If you're passionate about anticipating tomorrow's challenges and pioneering solutions that redefine industries, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Identify and analyze disruptive market signals across 15+ industries
- Design and implement future-proofing strategies for Fortune 500 clients
- Present strategic visions to executive stakeholders and board members
- Mentor junior futurists and build an innovation pipeline
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing market-disrupting strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, or Business
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and foresight methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech ecosystems (Web3, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation fields
- Certification in strategic foresight or equivalent program