Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Director to architect our next-generation technology roadmap and drive exponential growth in emerging markets. This pivotal role demands a blend of futurist thinking, strategic execution, and cross-functional leadership to position our company as the industry trailblazer for the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive 2026 innovation roadmap aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling breakthrough technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators for 2026 ecosystem development
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging trends with 3-5 year market impact
- Drive R&D investments toward commercially viable 2026-ready solutions
- Present innovation strategy to C-suite and board with data-backed future scenarios
Qualifications
- 15+ years in innovation leadership within high-growth tech or Fortune 500 environments
- Proven track record of launching products with 5+ year market vision
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, Web3, sustainable tech)
- Strategic foresight certification or equivalent future-focused credentials
- Exceptional stakeholder management across global executive teams
- PhD or Master's degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-relevant innovation projects