Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Partners as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next wave of disruptive technologies. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead initiatives that will shape industries 3 years ahead, working alongside C-suite executives to build actionable roadmaps for 2026.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in identifying emerging trends, conducting market simulations, and developing go-to-market strategies for breakthrough innovations. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, foresight, and business transformation, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps across AI, quantum computing, and biotech sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients to prepare for disruptive market shifts
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with 3-year commercial potential
- Present strategic frameworks to executive stakeholders using data-driven simulations
- Manage innovation portfolios with $5M+ budgets and P&L responsibilities
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab and Singularity University on future-tech research initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, corporate development, or venture capital
- Proven track record of launching technologies with 3+ year market impact
- Expertise in AI, blockchain, or advanced automation systems
- Executive-level experience with Fortune 500 innovation processes
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Strategy
- Published thought leadership on future technology trends (Harvard Business Review/MIT Press preferred)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Assessment