Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role merges cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, shaping how industries evolve in an AI-driven world. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to decode emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our portfolio for exponential growth.
What you'll achieve:
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Design 2026+ innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and industry forums
- Build AI-powered scenario-planning tools for future-proofing businesses
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and market disruptors
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 industry projections
- Facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing strategies
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Author thought leadership reports on AI, quantum computing, and biotech trends
- Partner with R&D to incubate 2026-viable product concepts
- Present strategic insights at global innovation summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech trends
- Proven experience developing long-term innovation roadmaps
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFS) preferred
- Exceptional data visualization and presentation skills
- Portfolio showcasing 2026+ strategic foresight projects