Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to guide our innovation roadmap for the next frontier. This pivotal role demands someone who thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies, market evolution, and human-centric design. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts, develop proactive strategies, and position our organization as a global thought leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond.
Why This Role Matters: In an era of exponential change, your insights will directly shape multi-billion-dollar product roadmaps and market entry strategies. This isn't about predicting the future—it about creating it.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 innovation framework, identifying disruptive technologies and market inflection points
- Develop horizon-scanning methodologies to detect emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable systems
- Lead cross-functional strategy sessions with R&D, product, and marketing teams to align 2026+ roadmaps
- Produce forward-looking intelligence reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Establish industry thought leadership through white papers, keynote presentations, and media engagements
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify and acquire emerging startups aligned with 2026 vision
- Mentor a team of futurist analysts to build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating emerging trends into commercial opportunities
- Deep expertise in at least two exponential technology domains (e.g., quantum, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Executive-level presentation skills with C-suite experience
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) or advanced degree in futures studies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience building and managing global futurist networks
- Portfolio demonstrating successful long-range strategy implementation