Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow's economy as Horizon Innovations Group seeks a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technological paradigms, societal shifts, and market disruptions to position our organization as the undisputed leader in the next industrial revolution. We're not just predicting the future—we're actively creating it through cutting-edge research, strategic foresight, and transformative innovation initiatives. Your insights will directly shape product development, market entry strategies, and organizational evolution across our global footprint.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop strategic scenarios and roadmaps for emerging markets including AI integration, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech ecosystems
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align innovation portfolios with long-term vision and market disruption readiness
- Establish cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype and validate next-generation business models and customer experiences
- Present compelling future-state narratives to stakeholders and investors to secure buy-in for transformational initiatives
- Publish thought leadership frameworks on industry evolution and competitive positioning for 2026 markets
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, Technology Strategy, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing actionable future scenarios that drove organizational transformation
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies: AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable systems
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into strategic narratives
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFPS) or innovation frameworks preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state strategy implementations