Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we pioneer the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape our roadmap for the next technological frontier. This role combines cutting-edge market analysis with strategic planning to position our company at the forefront of emerging trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to develop actionable insights that will define our industry by 2026.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses deep technological foresight, and excels at translating complex future scenarios into executable strategies. If you're passionate about anticipating tomorrow's innovations and creating pathways to capitalize on them, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their market impact through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic plans for product development and market expansion
- Lead workshops with stakeholders to align on future-state vision and priorities
- Produce comprehensive trend reports and competitive intelligence for executive decision-making
- Identify partnership opportunities and investment targets in emerging domains
- Design innovation frameworks to accelerate prototyping and validation of future concepts
- Monitor global regulatory shifts affecting technological adoption and strategy
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record developing long-term technology roadmaps
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., AGI, climate tech, neurotech)
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning skills
- Advanced degree in business, technology, or futures studies
- Experience presenting to executive boards and investors
- Published thought leadership in tech/futures publications
- Strong network of innovators and academic researchers