Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming cutting-edge concepts into actionable business strategies. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate emerging technological paradigms. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing long-term innovation frameworks while staying ahead of market disruptions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating future trends into product roadmaps and business opportunities
- Conduct advanced market analysis for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align innovation initiatives with corporate vision
- Author thought leadership reports on disruptive forces shaping 2026+ business landscapes
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track innovation maturity metrics
- Represent company at global futurism conferences and industry summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futures research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with experience in visualizing complex scenarios
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or WFS)
- Experience with foresight methodologies (Delphi, Delphi 2.0, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenarios or trend forecasts