Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Lead Futurist to architect our strategic roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to navigate emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our innovation pipeline, ensuring our solutions anticipate and shape the future landscape. If you're passionate about turning speculative possibilities into tangible realities, this is your calling to redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation strategies targeting 2026 market disruptions
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to identify competitive opportunities
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate futuristic solutions
- Present strategic foresight findings to stakeholders and executive leadership
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Author thought leadership publications on future tech implications
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and disruptor landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, technology consulting, or futurism
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products/services
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and market forecasting
- Executive presence with experience influencing C-suite decisions
- Advanced degree in relevant field (e.g., Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, MBA)
- Published author or speaker at major innovation conferences
- Proficiency in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-shaping initiatives