Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative pathways for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines technological foresight with strategic execution to position our clients as industry pioneers in an era of unprecedented change.
In this high-impact position, you'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to analyze converging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll develop scenario-based roadmaps that translate future possibilities into actionable business strategies, ensuring our partners thrive in tomorrow's economy.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across AI, biotechnology, quantum computing, and sustainability domains
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps integrating future trend analysis with business objectives
- Lead executive workshops on scenario planning and disruption preparedness
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Produce visionary whitepapers and trend reports for C-suite stakeholders
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic indicators impacting future markets
- Build innovation ecosystems with academic institutions and tech pioneers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Proven track record of developing future-oriented business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong network within Silicon Valley tech and innovation ecosystems
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred