Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to architect our next decade's strategic roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, human-centric innovation, and cross-industry collaboration. You'll spearhead initiatives that redefine how businesses, governments, and societies prepare for the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond.
What you'll achieve:
- Develop cutting-edge frameworks for future-proofing organizations
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions
- Forge strategic partnerships with global innovation ecosystems
- Shape thought leadership through whitepapers and keynote presentations
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute multi-year strategic foresight initiatives targeting 2026 market shifts
- Lead research on emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and societal implications
- Facilitate C-level workshops on scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Develop patent-pending methodologies for future-state modeling
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolio with measurable ROI tracking
- Mentor next-gen futurists through Horizon's Future Leaders Program
- Represent company at global Davos-style summits and tech forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of implementing future-proofing strategies for Fortune 500 clients
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., CFPC preferred)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for complex future scenarios
- Experience managing distributed global innovation teams