Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine the future. We seek a Strategic Futurist Director to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap, transforming emerging trends into actionable strategies that position our company at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. This pivotal role combines deep foresight with executive leadership to navigate the complex landscape of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic vision framework through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional teams to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities
- Produce annual innovation roadmaps with quantifiable impact metrics
- Establish thought leadership through keynote presentations and white papers
- Partner with C-suite to align organizational strategy with future-proof initiatives
- Drive scenario planning for geopolitical, technological, and environmental shifts
- Mentor innovation directors in advanced foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing ecosystems
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leader in reputable industry journals
- Experience building and scaling innovation labs in Fortune 500 environments
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFP, Foresight Practitioner)