Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge technology adoption, societal trend forecasting, and strategic business transformation. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives that shape how organizations prepare for the technological and cultural shifts of 2026 and beyond.
As a thought leader in our Future Labs division, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and sustainable design pioneers to create actionable frameworks for the next wave of disruption. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of human-centric design and exponential technology, turning speculative futures into tangible business advantages.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 technology adoption curves across industries
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on future market disruptions
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating quantum computing, neurotech, and climate AI
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen user experiences for 2026 digital ecosystems
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports synthesizing geopolitical, technological, and cultural trends
- Establish ethical frameworks for emerging technologies with global policy stakeholders
- Mentor cross-functional teams in futures thinking methodologies and speculative design
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with tech foresight focus
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of publishing future trend analyses in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience facilitating executive workshops on scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ implemented future-strategy initiatives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from Shaping Tomorrow or APF)
- Fluency in futures modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi methods)