Job Description
Join InnovateHorizons Global as our 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead and architect tomorrow's reality today. We seek a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, shape long-term innovation roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive-level strategic prowess to navigate the complex landscape of 2026 and beyond.
As a key member of our C-Suite Strategy Council, you'll collaborate with global R&D teams, venture capital partners, and academic institutions to identify disruptive opportunities. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ in strategic investments and product launches. We offer unparalleled resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the autonomy to redefine industry paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech, socio-economic shifts, and geopolitical trends to build 2026 strategic foresight models
- Develop and present quarterly Horizon Scenarios to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic labs and research institutions
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote at global innovation forums
- Quantify market opportunities for Board-level investment decisions
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across organization
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Portfolio of published trend analyses or scenario planning projects
- Expertise in AI, biotech, or quantum computing trajectory mapping
- Experience presenting to C-suite executives and investment committees
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, SWOT+)
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling