Job Description
Join Horizon Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands a blend of cutting-edge technology foresight, market acumen, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging trends into scalable solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to pioneer next-generation paradigms in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation strategy aligned with market disruption vectors
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, synthetic biology) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype future-facing products and services
- Present strategic scenarios to investors and board members with data-backed projections
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Build and mentor a high-performing innovation lab team
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory impacts on 2026 tech landscapes
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic innovation or futurist roles with Fortune 500/Unicorn experience
- Advanced degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field
- Proven track record launching products with 5+ year market impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption modeling
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their convergence points
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurist/innovation publications