Job Description
Shape tomorrow today at Horizon Innovations Inc. as our 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead. We're seeking a visionary pioneer to architect our roadmap for the next paradigm shift. Join our elite team in San Francisco to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions before they reshape our world. This isn't just a role – it's your chance to define the future trajectory of global innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement multi-year strategic foresight frameworks targeting 2026+ market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with C-suite executives and R&D teams
- Analyze exponential technologies (quantum computing, AGI, biotech) for competitive advantage
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, scientists, and industry disruptors
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive analytics for stakeholder decision-making
- Drive organizational adoption of future-oriented culture and agile methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or equivalent
- 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of implementing future-proof strategies in Fortune 500 environments
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech domains (AI/ML, Web3, sustainable tech)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures simply
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management preferred