Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as we shape tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategy Director to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap and decode emerging technological paradigms. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market execution, transforming abstract possibilities into tangible business advantages.
As a thought leader in our Silicon Valley hub, you'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, neuro-technology architects, and sustainable systems engineers to architect the next decade's competitive landscape. Our team operates at the intersection of exponential technologies and human-centric design, where your strategic foresight will directly influence multi-billion-dollar market opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Conduct horizon-scanning analyses across biotech, AI ethics, and climate tech domains
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive market shifts
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives through executive briefings
- Manage innovation incubator programs for emerging technologies
- Author thought leadership pieces in industry publications
- Build strategic partnerships with academic research institutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite strategy roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in technology futures
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary innovation teams