Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the future of technology and human potential. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for the next decade. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps that position our organization at the forefront of the 2026 landscape, driving competitive advantage through predictive intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technological, economic, and social trends to identify opportunities and threats for 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for future product development and market entry
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future vision and execution paths
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry thought leaders
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies and KPIs
- Advose on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their commercial applications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Planning, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and predictive modeling methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., Association of Professional Futurists) preferred