Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. This pivotal role demands a strategic mind with a passion for anticipating technological, social, and economic shifts to position our organization as an industry pioneer.
What you'll achieve:
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing and executing innovation strategies aligned with 2026 market projections
- Establish proprietary foresight methodologies to identify disruptive technologies and business models
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate future insights into corporate strategy and investment decisions
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry thought leaders
- Drive the creation of new ventures and product lines targeting 2026+ market gaps
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Horizon's 2026 technology and market foresight framework
- Produce quarterly trend reports and strategic briefings for executive stakeholders
- Lead innovation sprints to prototype solutions for 2026-era challenges
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with ROI-focused allocation
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and industry summits
- Mentor junior strategists and build the organization's future-focused capabilities
- Collaborate with R&D to translate foresight into actionable development roadmaps
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or technology strategy leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies or market trends
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systemic trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published author or keynote speaker on technology disruption or future trends
- Experience building and scaling innovation labs or corporate ventures
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, biotech, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into executive priorities