Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our 2026 Strategic Futurist. Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of technological and societal transformation. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect our roadmap for 2026, leveraging cutting-edge data science, emerging technologies, and human-centric design to revolutionize industries and solve humanity's greatest challenges.
This executive-level role demands cross-disciplinary expertise and the ability to translate complex trends into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead global research initiatives, and present findings to Fortune 500 partners. If you're passionate about building the future and thrive at the intersection of technology, ethics, and human potential, this is your defining opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, social, economic, and environmental domains
- Develop and maintain the 2026 strategic roadmap with quantifiable impact metrics
- Coordinate with R&D teams to prioritize emerging technology investments (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and external stakeholders
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications and deliver keynotes at global forums
- Integrate ethical foresight frameworks into all strategic planning processes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futures research, or technology innovation leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, data modeling, and trend forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence C-level audiences
- Published thought leader with 50+ citations in industry journals
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major strategic implementations with measurable outcomes