Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to guide our organization through unprecedented technological and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our innovation pipeline while maintaining competitive advantage in an exponentially evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts affecting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational vision and market trajectories
- Conduct scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on future market conditions and competitive threats
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate emerging concepts with 5-7 year commercialization horizons
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing methodologies and trend forecasting
- Quantify ROI of innovation investments through predictive modeling and market simulation
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- Minimum 7 years experience in innovation strategy, trend forecasting, or corporate futurism
- Proven track record developing multi-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and systems thinking frameworks
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive analytics platforms
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex futures concepts to executive stakeholders
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) impact analysis