Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect sustainable growth pathways for Fortune 500 clients. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive-level advisory services to position organizations at the vanguard of technological and societal evolution.
As a key architect of our foresight practice, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and energy sectors to develop robust 2026 roadmaps. Your expertise will directly shape how enterprises navigate disruption, leverage AI-driven innovation, and capitalize on exponential growth opportunities in the post-pandemic landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate tech) to forecast industry-specific 2026 scenarios
- Develop C-suite advisory frameworks for exponential technology adoption
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategies
- Author white papers and thought leadership on future-proofing business models
- Partner with R&D teams to identify breakthrough commercialization opportunities
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks for 2026 deployment readiness
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and their impact on global supply chains
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or futurist research with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, blockchain)
- Credibility with executive stakeholders and public speaking experience
- Published thought leadership on future-focused topics
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, CFMP) preferred