Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future. As a Senior Futurist - 2026 Vision Strategist, you'll drive transformative initiatives that redefine industries by 2026. We're seeking a visionary leader to blend emerging technologies with human-centric design, creating roadmaps for sustainable innovation in an exponentially evolving world.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and strategic foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm shifts, mitigate disruption risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and climate tech.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps and scenario-planning frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive forces and innovation gaps
- Conduct horizon scanning across 20+ emerging technology domains
- Produce executive-grade foresight reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Design and implement future-proofing strategies for enterprise clients
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, keynotes, and industry panels
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate an innovation culture
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record developing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and risk-mitigation methodologies
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, and climate tech ecosystems
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published author in leading innovation or technology journals
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on transformational change