Job Description
Shape tomorrow today as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Innovations. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations that will redefine our world by 2026. Join our elite team in San Francisco to architect the future of innovation.
As a 2026 Futurist Strategist, you'll pioneer strategic foresight initiatives that guide our product roadmap, market expansion, and long-term vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate complex trend analysis into actionable business strategies, ensuring we lead rather than follow the next wave of technological evolution.
Horizon Innovations offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly impact global innovation initiatives. With competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking, this is your chance to leave an indelible mark on the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and market trends to forecast 2026 business landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for geopolitical, economic, and technological disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate foresight into product development and corporate strategy
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive analytics for executive decision-making
- Build strategic partnerships with innovation labs, research institutions, and thought leaders
- Design and implement horizon-scanning frameworks to identify emerging opportunities and threats
- Advise leadership on long-term R&D investments and market positioning strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data visualization and presentation skills for complex concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Planning (e.g., APF, WFS)