Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as our lead 2026 Futurist Strategist. Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of technological and societal evolution, where you'll decode emerging trends to guide next-generation product development and corporate strategy. This pivotal role demands visionary thinking to map technological, economic, and cultural shifts that will redefine industries by 2026.
We're seeking a dynamic strategist to synthesize complex data into actionable foresight, collaborating with C-suite executives to build resilient roadmaps for an uncertain future. Your work will directly influence our portfolio of quantum computing, biotech, and AI ventures.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite stakeholders across Fortune 500 clients
- Produce trend briefings and strategic roadmaps for quantum computing, neurotech, and climate tech sectors
- Chair cross-functional workshops synthesizing inputs from data scientists, sociologists, and engineers
- Present foresight findings to executive boards and investor summits
- Curate annual '2026 Innovation Index' benchmarking future-readiness of global enterprises
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent strategic field
- 5+ years in corporate strategy, consulting, or innovation forecasting with tech sector focus
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy (portfolio examples required)
- Expertise in scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies: quantum, AI, synthetic biology, climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futures/innovation publications