Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Insights Group. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends and architect the future of innovation. This pivotal role bridges technology, sociology, and business strategy to prepare organizations for the transformative era of 2026 and beyond.
Join our elite team of futurists in the heart of Silicon Valley, where your insights will directly influence Fortune 500 companies' long-term roadmaps. We offer unparalleled resources, cutting-edge research methodologies, and a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold predictions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications by 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for clients navigating post-2026 market shifts
- Lead cross-industry foresight workshops with C-suite executives and innovation teams
- Author whitepapers on future-proof business models and resilient organizational structures
- Design predictive analytics models using proprietary foresight methodologies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-state solutions
- Present trend forecasts at global innovation summits and industry conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech or societal transformation
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of 2026 technology convergence points (e.g., AGI, climate tech)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on future-proofing strategies
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)