Job Description
Shape tomorrow's world today as our lead 2026 Futurist Strategist. Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of innovation, where we decode emerging trends to transform industries. This pivotal role demands visionary thinking to anticipate societal shifts, technological breakthroughs, and market evolution by 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to build resilient futures, driving strategic initiatives that position organizations as industry pioneers.
We offer unparalleled opportunities to influence global agendas through exclusive access to proprietary forecasting tools, world-class research labs, and a network of Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. If you're passionate about turning foresight into competitive advantage, this is your platform to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual '2026 Horizon Report' analyzing geopolitical, technological, and socioeconomic trends
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for clients to navigate uncertainty through 2026
- Lead cross-functional workshops with executive teams to embed future-ready strategies
- Author white papers and keynote presentations at global innovation summits
- Oversee AI-driven trend analysis platforms processing 10M+ data points weekly
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers using predictive modeling methodologies
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of publishing trend-impact assessments with measurable ROI
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and predictive analytics
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Certification in Futures Studies or equivalent advanced degree required
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful client transformations through 2026-focused strategies
- Experience with futures simulation tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)