Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight analysis with strategic execution to shape our product roadmap and competitive advantage. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm shifts, quantify market opportunities, and drive sustainable growth in exponential technology sectors.
As a thought leader in our innovation ecosystem, you'll translate complex technological and societal signals into actionable strategies that position Horizon Labs as the industry's undisputed pioneer. This hybrid role demands equal parts analytical rigor and creative intuition, operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, climate tech, and human-computer interaction.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ exponential technology domains to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market positioning
- Develop quantitative forecasting models to assess market viability and ROI for emerging technologies
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with 5-year strategic objectives and regulatory landscapes
- Facilitate C-level strategy workshops translating foresight into executable business initiatives
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
- Produce executive briefings and scenario-planning frameworks for board-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating next-generation solutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent strategic discipline
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, STEEP, scenario planning)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for executive audiences
- Track record of implementing strategies yielding $50M+ revenue impact
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred