Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our lead Futurist Strategist. We're seeking visionary thinkers to map disruptive trends and architect innovative pathways for 2026 and beyond. Join our cross-disciplinary team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and sustainability to transform foresight into actionable strategy.
At Horizon Innovations, we pioneer solutions for emerging challenges through human-centered design and systemic thinking. This role combines cutting-edge research with executive-level influence to position our clients at the vanguard of progress.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 clients
- Lead interdisciplinary workshops to translate foresight into innovation roadmaps
- Produce thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-oriented solutions
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Quantify market opportunities using predictive analytics and trend modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Research (e.g., from AC/FF)