Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategy Director to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging technologies into market-defining opportunities. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to navigate ambiguity with precision. You'll lead our innovation ecosystem, ensuring we remain 5 steps ahead of disruption while shaping solutions for a sustainable future.
Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and collaborative disruption. As part of our elite leadership team, you'll influence C-suite decisions, mentor next-generation futurists, and represent our brand at global forums. This is more than a role—it's your chance to imprint the DNA of tomorrow's enterprises.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy, identifying disruptive trends across AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to prototype future-proof business models and revenue streams
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, government labs, and emerging tech startups
- Author predictive intelligence reports for executive stakeholders and industry publications
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks to ensure responsible technological advancement
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation specialists in trend synthesis and scenario planning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of forecasting market shifts with 85%+ accuracy (provide case studies)
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling ability to translate complex futures into executable roadmaps
- PhD or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (Harvard Business Review, MIT Tech Review)
- Experience advising C-suite on strategic pivots during technological inflection points