Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Insights Inc. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's business landscape. Join our elite team at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential growth. This pivotal role demands a strategic mind who thrives in ambiguity and transforms foresight into actionable blueprints for Fortune 500 clients.
As a cornerstone of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across industries to navigate disruption, identify paradigm shifts, and position organizations as first-movers in the 2026 economy. We offer unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge research, global thought leadership platforms, and a culture where curiosity fuels innovation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients facing 5-10 year strategic pivots
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into executable roadmaps
- Produce high-impact whitepapers and keynote presentations at global forums
- Build and maintain a proprietary intelligence network of domain experts and innovators
- Advect executive clients on emerging business models and competitive threats
- Drive thought leadership through published research and media partnerships
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting technology adoption and market shifts
- Deep expertise in at least two exponential technology domains (AI, blockchain, AR/VR, etc.)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Experience advising C-suite on long-term strategic positioning
- Portfolio of published foresight work or industry-shaping predictions
- Global network of innovators and research institutions