Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge technology with human-centric design, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving landscape of the next decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional workshops, and deliver actionable insights that drive exponential growth. If you're passionate about anticipating the future and turning foresight into strategy, this is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to forecast industry disruptions by 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating future trends with current business objectives
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive teams to prepare for alternative futures
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership content positioning our company as a future-ready leader
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated market needs
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems through proprietary foresight methodologies
- Present findings to stakeholders with data-driven visualizations and compelling narratives
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futures research with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to C-level executives
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CSF, WFS)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementation
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis tools and data visualization platforms