Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations Group. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to lead our next-generation innovation roadmap. Join our elite team of disruptors in the heart of Silicon Valley, where cutting-edge technology meets human potential. This pivotal role requires a blend of strategic foresight, technological fluency, and transformative leadership to define how industries will evolve beyond 2026.
Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled opportunities to work with Fortune 500 partners, emerging startups, and groundbreaking research institutions. You'll drive initiatives that reimagine sectors from quantum computing to sustainable infrastructure, ensuring our organization remains at the forefront of global innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic roadmaps for post-2026 technological adoption
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives across global enterprises
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, biotech) and translate insights into actionable strategies
- Forge partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer next-gen solutions
- Present visionary frameworks to investors and board members securing $50M+ innovation budgets
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-proofing methodologies
- Author thought leadership publications shaping industry discourse on 2026+ transformations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite tech leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven track record of successfully implementing long-term tech roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published author or keynote speaker on future trends (TED/WSJ featured preferred)
- Fluency in at least one major programming language (Python/Java preferred)