Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-functional teams to anticipate technological shifts, redefine industry boundaries, and pioneer solutions that shape the post-2026 landscape. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, strategy, and disruptive innovation, this is your chance to leave an indelible mark on the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Analyze emerging trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify high-impact market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional ideation sprints to prototype breakthrough products and services
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to accelerate future-ready solutions
- Present futuristic vision to C-suite and board, translating complex scenarios into actionable strategies
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive disruption vectors
- Design and implement innovation frameworks for sustainable long-term growth
Qualifications
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, futurism, or advanced R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products with 5+ year foresight
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- Exceptional scenario planning and trend analysis capabilities
- Experience scaling innovation programs in Fortune 500 environments
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFTR) preferred
- Portfolio of published foresight work or patented innovations