Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on innovation execution to shape our roadmap for the next generation of breakthrough products.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and translate future insights into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess a passion for building the future, this is your defining opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their 2026 industry impact
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for board-level decision-making
- Lead innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype future solutions
- Author quarterly 'Future State' briefs for executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic labs and future-focused think tanks
- Design and manage Horizon's 2026 innovation incubator program
- Present future scenarios to investors and key industry partners
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-tech leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological evolution
- Experience building innovation ecosystems across multiple industries
- Strong data visualization skills for complex future trend mapping
- Exceptional communication for influencing executive and technical audiences