Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations Group as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to lead our next-generation planning initiatives. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking expert to anticipate technological, societal, and economic shifts through 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team at the forefront of innovation, where your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar strategic decisions.
We offer a collaborative environment at our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters, complete with cutting-edge research labs, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity participation. If you're passionate about transforming tomorrow's possibilities into today's actionable strategies, this is your defining career moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 scenario models analyzing AI, biotech, and climate disruption trends
- Produce strategic roadmaps for emerging technology adoption across Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to align on future-proofing initiatives
- Author quarterly 'Future Pulse' reports predicting market disruptions and opportunities
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype solutions for 2026-era challenges
- Present findings to global stakeholders at industry conferences and board meetings
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 8 years experience in strategic foresight or technology trend analysis
- Expertise in quantitative scenario modeling using tools like GIST or Polymodel
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, etc.)
- Proven ability to translate complex data into executable business strategies
- Strong network with academic and industry futurist communities
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)