Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect strategic blueprints for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, where you'll drive groundbreaking initiatives that redefine industries.
At Horizon, we empower our futurists with cutting-edge tools, collaborative ecosystems, and unparalleled resources to transform foresight into actionable strategy. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, market entry strategies, and long-term innovation pipelines for Fortune 500 clients.
Responsibilities
- Research and synthesize global mega-trends across technology, climate, and socio-economic domains
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-readiness initiatives
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and predictive analytics dashboards
- Advise C-suite executives on innovation portfolio optimization
- Curate and manage a global network of futurist thought leaders
- Design and implement horizon-scanning methodologies for emerging threats/opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., AC/SCIP preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations