Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect tomorrow's business landscape today. We're seeking an innovative thinker to lead our forward-looking initiatives at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human evolution. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends and translate them into actionable strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. Work alongside C-suite executives to develop roadmaps for autonomous systems, climate resilience, and ethical AI deployment. Our San Francisco headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar decisions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 2026 technology foresight framework using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive forces impacting global markets
- Produce annual 'Horizon Reports' detailing emerging opportunities and risks
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and their implications for long-term business strategy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting technology adoption cycles
- Expertise in systems thinking and complexity analysis
- Proficient in scenario modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published thought leadership on future trends
- Experience with ESG frameworks and sustainable development goals
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences