Job Description
Join InnovateHorizons Inc. as a 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect tomorrow's today. We seek a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, disrupt markets, and position our company at the forefront of innovation. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our 5-year strategic roadmap. Work alongside C-suite executives to translate future possibilities into actionable business strategies in our dynamic San Francisco headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term business resilience
- Collaborate with R&D to incubate next-generation product innovations
- Present future-focused insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish cross-functional futurist councils to embed foresight across departments
- Author annual 'Future State' reports quantifying market disruption risks/opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite advisory
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in emerging tech: AI, quantum computing, biotech, or decentralized systems
- Exceptional data storytelling with visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred