Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to lead our strategic innovation initiatives at the intersection of emerging technologies and societal evolution. As we approach the pivotal year 2026, this role demands a forward-thinking leader who can anticipate paradigm shifts and translate them into actionable business strategies. Join our elite team to redefine industries and pioneer solutions for tomorrow's challenges today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, macroeconomic shifts, and emerging scientific breakthroughs to identify 2026-relevant opportunities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-facing products and services
- Present strategic forecasts to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven insights
- Build strategic partnerships with research institutions, startups, and global innovation hubs
- Design and facilitate immersive foresight workshops for stakeholders
- Author thought leadership content on 2026 technology and societal impact
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or foresight consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused concepts
- Exceptional ability to synthesize complex data into compelling narratives
- Global network of futurists, scientists, and industry disruptors
- Published work on long-term technology impact scenarios