Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape the future of tomorrow. We're seeking an innovative thinker to lead our strategic foresight initiatives, anticipating technological disruptions and market shifts through 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, driving our organization toward sustainable growth in an evolving landscape.
As part of our elite innovation team, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D specialists, and industry disruptors to decode emerging trends. Your work will directly influence our product roadmap, investment decisions, and long-term vision. We offer a dynamic environment where curiosity is rewarded, and your ideas could transform entire industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year strategic foresight initiatives targeting 2026 market dynamics
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for disruptive potential
- Develop scenario-based strategic plans for global business units
- Present actionable insights to executive leadership and board members
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation workshops with 50+ stakeholders
- Author white papers and trend reports published in industry journals
- Mentor junior futurists and build internal foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite strategy
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (portfolio required)
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)
- Published author in futurism or strategy publications