Job Description
Are you ready to shape tomorrow's reality today? Horizon Innovations Inc. seeks a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. Join our elite innovation team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics to define what's next for global industries.
As a cornerstone of our executive leadership, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Your work will directly influence $500M+ investment decisions and position us as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving 2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional development of comprehensive 2026 vision strategy encompassing technological, social, and economic megatrends
- Conduct horizon scanning and deep-dive research on disruptive innovations (quantum computing, neurotech, climate engineering)
- Design and facilitate scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Author influential white papers and thought leadership positioning Horizon as a 2026 industry authority
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and innovation scouts
- Translate future insights into product roadmaps, market entry strategies, and investment priorities
- Present findings to board members, investors, and government bodies with compelling data-driven narratives
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 7+ years applied experience
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year future-focused strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to distill complex concepts for executive audiences
- Published thought leader in futurism or innovation with demonstrated industry influence
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFM, APF) or equivalent professional development