Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons as we pioneer the frontier of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's breakthroughs. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform futuristic concepts into actionable strategies that redefine industries. Our dynamic team thrives on curiosity and bold thinking, offering unparalleled opportunities to shape the future landscape.
What You'll Achieve: Lead horizon scanning initiatives, develop innovation roadmaps, and foster cross-industry partnerships. You'll present insights at global forums and influence product development cycles for our Fortune 500 clients. This is your chance to turn speculative possibilities into tangible realities.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify 2026+ opportunities across tech, biotech, and sustainability
- Develop innovation roadmaps with 5-year strategic implications for enterprise clients
- Present future scenario briefings to C-suite executives and board members
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development cycles
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership pieces published in industry journals
- Quantify ROI on innovation initiatives using predictive modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into business value
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFIP preferred)