Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Insights Group to architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to lead transformative initiatives for the 2026 horizon. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, design future-ready business models, and guide organizations through disruptive shifts. Shape the future of industries while working alongside world-class innovators in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Design strategic roadmaps for organizational transformation and innovation adoption
- Lead cross-functional workshops to future-proof product development and market positioning
- Produce scenario-based impact assessments for emerging technologies and societal shifts
- Advise C-suite executives on strategic pivots for 2026+ market landscapes
- Build and lead a global network of futurists and industry thought leaders
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership content
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic plans
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systemic thinking
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and global stakeholders
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Certification in strategic foresight (preferred)