Job Description
Join Horizon Forward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical brilliance and creative foresight to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing next-generation solutions while navigating the complex interplay of technological disruption, sustainability imperatives, and shifting consumer behaviors. If you thrive at the intersection of strategy and innovation, and possess an unwavering curiosity about what's next, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for 2026+ market dominance, aligning with global sustainability and tech convergence trends
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, biotech, AI ethics) to identify disruptive opportunities and competitive threats
- Lead scenario planning workshops to prepare for geopolitical, environmental, and technological black swan events
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype and validate future-facing solutions with rapid iteration cycles
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board members using data-driven narratives and visual storytelling
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and innovation frameworks
- Establish KPIs and metrics for tracking 2026 strategic objectives, adjusting quarterly based on real-time market signals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futures research with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech experience
- Advanced degree in Business Strategy, Technology Forecasting, or Futures Studies; PhD preferred
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption modeling methodologies
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services with 5+ years of lead time
- Deep understanding of AI, climate tech, and biotech convergence landscapes
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence and ability to articulate complex futures concepts
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful long-term strategic initiatives with measurable impact