Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. as a Futurist Innovation Strategist 2026 and shape the next decade of technological disruption. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our forward-looking initiatives, blending emerging technologies with market foresight to define our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role combines deep technical acumen with strategic business planning to transform futuristic concepts into actionable market opportunities.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate industry shifts, identify disruptive trends, and develop scalable innovation frameworks. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, with a proven ability to translate complex future scenarios into compelling business narratives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast market disruptions through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and investor expectations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate and prototype future-facing solutions
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders and external industry forums
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-proofing principles into development cycles
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive landscapes for early-mover opportunities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Business Strategy, or related field
- Proven track record of launching products/services with 5+ year market impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their commercial applications
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into stakeholder value
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism domains