Job Description
Join Future Horizons Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and business. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, shaping how organizations prepare for the post-2025 digital revolution. You'll work in our state-of-the-art Austin headquarters, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop roadmaps that transform industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026-2030 technology adoption frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead scenario planning workshops for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Produce annual 'Future State' whitepapers with actionable strategic recommendations
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen digital experiences
- Analyze geopolitical and socioeconomic trends impacting tech evolution
- Build innovation pipelines for emerging markets and sustainability initiatives
- Mentor junior futurists in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, Web3, quantum, AR/VR)
- Proven experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning techniques
- Strong data visualization and storytelling abilities
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future technology roadmaps