Job Description
Are you ready to shape the future? Horizon Innovations Inc. seeks a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to architect tomorrow's solutions today. Join our elite team at the forefront of technological and societal transformation, where innovation meets impact. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to translate futuristic concepts into actionable roadmaps. Work with Fortune 500 partners and groundbreaking startups to redefine what's possible by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 technology adoption
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation with business objectives
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging sectors
- Author thought leadership reports shaping industry discourse
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with measurable ROI targets
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or advanced R&D
- Proven track record of launching market-defining technologies
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Certified Futurist (CF) or equivalent foresight methodology training
- Executive presence with experience advising Fortune 100 leadership
- Published author in futurism/tech innovation (peer-reviewed journals)
- PhD in relevant field or equivalent industry disruption portfolio