Job Description
Are you ready to architect the future? Horizon Innovations Group seeks a visionary Futurist Strategist to define our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, ensuring our organization thrives in tomorrow's dynamic landscape. You'll lead cross-functional teams to identify emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and deliver transformative solutions that position us at the forefront of innovation.
Join us in shaping a future where technology, sustainability, and human potential converge. This hybrid role based in our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled impact and growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using scenario planning and trend analysis
- Lead innovation workshops with C-suite executives to translate future insights into actionable business strategies
- Monitor emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and geopolitical shifts to identify disruptive opportunities
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing products and services
- Present strategic recommendations to stakeholders through compelling visual narratives and data-driven reports
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to accelerate foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field with 7+ years of experience
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic plans for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in trend analysis, horizon scanning, and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy (preferred)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or similar)