Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow at Horizon Innovations Group, where we architect the future today. As our Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead, you'll spearhead transformative initiatives that redefine industries and shape the 2026 landscape. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, incubate breakthrough technologies, and drive exponential growth in an era of unprecedented change. This role merges foresight with execution, requiring you to navigate ambiguity, inspire cross-functional teams, and deliver actionable roadmaps that position us as the undisputed leader in tomorrow's markets.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their disruptive potential
- Lead cross-functional teams in incubating and scaling prototype solutions
- Present futuristic insights to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Establish strategic partnerships with global research institutions and tech pioneers
- Quantify innovation ROI and track KPIs for future-readiness initiatives
- Mentor talent in foresight methodologies and strategic foresight frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of launching market-disrupting products/services
- Deep expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into compelling narratives
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Experience scaling innovation in Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects with measurable impact