Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we pioneer the next frontier of technological evolution. We're seeking a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the blueprint for tomorrow's innovations. This role demands a blend of cutting-edge technological foresight, strategic business acumen, and creative disruption to shape our post-2026 landscape. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to identify emerging paradigms, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our company as an industry pioneer in the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of imagination and execution, translating abstract future scenarios into actionable strategies that drive sustainable growth. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to incubate breakthrough concepts while mitigating existential risks in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ strategic foresight frameworks using advanced scenario planning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Produce executive-grade strategic roadmaps aligning emerging technologies with market opportunities
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, industry forums, and keynote presentations
- Champion a culture of exponential thinking across all organizational levels
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-technological shifts to identify disruptive opportunities
- Design resilience protocols for navigating systemic uncertainties in post-2026 markets
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Innovation, Technology Policy, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite technology leadership
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, AGI, neurotech, climate tech)
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF) or equivalent analytical frameworks
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects with measurable impact