Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Chief Futurist Officer to architect our strategic roadmap beyond 2026. This executive role demands unparalleled foresight to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal trends that will define the next decade. Lead cross-functional teams in developing proactive strategies, foster innovation ecosystems, and ensure our organization remains agile in an accelerating future.
Positioned at the intersection of technology, ethics, and human potential, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-readiness across all operations. This is a rare opportunity to shape how humanity navigates the complexities of 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ market landscapes
- Lead scenario planning initiatives for disruptive technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Chair cross-functional innovation councils with R&D, product, and policy teams
- Establish ethical guardrails for emerging technologies and societal impact
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive board and investors
- Build external partnerships with academic institutions and future-focused think tanks
- Drive organizational culture shift toward anticipatory leadership
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategy, innovation, or futurism with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of successful long-range strategic implementation
- Expertise in systemic thinking, trend analysis, and scenario modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- PhD or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable insights
- Published thought leadership on future trends (white papers, books, keynotes)
- Certification in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., WFS, APF)