Job Description
Join Horizon Forward Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Future Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight analytics, cross-industry innovation, and strategic execution to position our organization as a global leader in emerging technologies and societal shifts.
About Horizon Forward: We're a Silicon Valley-based innovation powerhouse incubating breakthrough solutions in AI, sustainability, and human augmentation. Our multidisciplinary teams operate at the intersection of technology, design, and behavioral science to create tangible futures.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic vision roadmap through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype next-gen solutions
- Conduct scenario planning for technological disruptions and market evolutions
- Collaborate with C-suite to align organizational strategy with emerging paradigms
- Present future insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Drive adoption of foresight methodologies across business units
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption scenarios
- Experience translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state implementations