Job Description
Join Horizon Ventures at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with strategic execution, ensuring our leadership position in emerging markets. You'll work alongside C-suite executives to navigate disruption, identify paradigm shifts, and transform visionary concepts into scalable solutions. Our dynamic environment rewards intellectual curiosity and bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify breakthrough technologies and market disruptors through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and emerging paradigms
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to foster future-ready thinking across engineering, product, and marketing teams
- Build and maintain relationships with academic institutions, startups, and industry pioneers
- Translate complex foresight insights into actionable business opportunities with measurable ROI
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board of directors
- Champion innovation culture through mentorship and thought leadership initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years experience in innovation strategy, corporate development, or futurism
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused business strategies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, Web3)
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology publications
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management preferred