Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. As our 2026 Futurist Strategy Director, you'll architect the blueprint for next-generation innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and societal trends to position our organization at the forefront of progress. This role demands visionary leadership, strategic foresight, and the ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and shape product roadmaps that will define industries in 2026 and beyond.
We're seeking a disruptor who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today and driving exponential growth through strategic innovation, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive trend analysis across emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to identify 2026 market opportunities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate futuristic solutions with industry partners
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Establish global innovation ecosystems through strategic alliances with academic institutions and tech pioneers
- Drive organizational culture of future-readiness through thought leadership and internal workshops
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory landscapes to anticipate 2026 compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing successful long-term tech adoption strategies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data storytelling and scenario planning capabilities
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in Fortune 500 or high-growth tech environments
- Certification in Futures Studies (e.g., CFTR) or equivalent professional designation
- Portfolio demonstrating published research on future technology trends (2020-2025)