Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and help architect the next decade of technological evolution. We're seeking an innovative thinker to lead our foresight initiatives, identify emerging trends, and develop strategic roadmaps that position us at the forefront of industry transformation. This role combines cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy to shape our future product ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal shifts to forecast industry trends through 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks to guide R&D investments and innovation pipelines
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future scenarios into corporate strategy
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align teams on long-term vision and execution
- Produce actionable trend reports and scenario-based strategic recommendations
- Identify partnership opportunities with startups and research institutions
- Represent the company at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven track record of translating future trends into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong data visualization skills with tools like Tableau or Power BI
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations and stakeholder alignment
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals