Job Description
Join Horizon Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of innovation. This pioneering role demands a trailblazer who can decode emerging trends, anticipate technological disruptions, and shape our organization's trajectory for the rapidly approaching 2026 landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and translate foresight into actionable strategies that redefine industries. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify and analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions relevant to 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for organizational decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align innovation roadmaps with future market demands
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders through compelling narratives and data-driven visualizations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, research labs, and industry pioneers
- Author forward-looking thought leadership publications and industry white papers
- Mentor internal teams in future-proofing methodologies and adaptive thinking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of successfully anticipating and preparing for future market shifts
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience presenting complex future concepts to C-level executives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major foresight projects delivered for Fortune 500 companies