Job Description
Join Horizon Forward Inc., the vanguard of tomorrow's innovations, as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the coming decade. This pivotal role demands a blend of predictive analytics, market foresight, and cross-industry innovation to position our company at the forefront of emerging trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop sustainable growth frameworks while navigating technological disruption and societal shifts. If you thrive at the intersection of data-driven decision-making and creative vision, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, market shifts, and geopolitical trends to forecast industry landscapes for 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, sustainability, and human-centric design principles
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proof initiatives
- Quantify market opportunities using predictive modeling and scenario planning
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology and societal paradigms
- Advise product development teams on future-proof feature integration
- Monitor competitor innovation pipelines to identify first-mover advantages
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Expertise in predictive analytics tools (e.g., Palantir, Tableau)
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or market trends
- Certification in Futures Research or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFTR)
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Deep understanding of AI, climate tech, and biotechnology convergence
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable plans