Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as our Lead Futurist Strategist to architect the landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary thinker who will pioneer next-generation business strategies, emerging technology roadmaps, and societal transformation frameworks. This pivotal role requires synthesizing global trends into actionable blueprints that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to shape our innovation ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Curate proprietary trend intelligence reports and competitive analysis
- Design immersive foresight workshops for leadership teams
- Partner with venture capital arm to identify 2026-era investment opportunities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and societal megatrends
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Portfolio of published foresight work or thought leadership