Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the future for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop forward-looking roadmaps, and guide our organization through transformative technological and societal shifts. This role demands exceptional analytical prowess, creative foresight, and the ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable strategies.
As a key member of our Strategy & Innovation division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global thought leaders to identify disruptive innovations and prepare our enterprise for the next frontier of human progress. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and economic indicators to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for organizational resilience
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future opportunities and threats
- Produce executive-grade trend reports and innovation roadmaps with quantifiable impact metrics
- Partner with R&D teams to prioritize future-focused investments and pilot programs
- Represent the company at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurism research
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, climate tech, and decentralized systems
- Exceptional storytelling skills with proven ability to influence executive decisions
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight publications
- Experience developing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies