Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap and shape transformative business strategies. This pivotal role demands cutting-edge foresight to anticipate market shifts, emerging technologies, and societal trends that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable frameworks for sustainable growth while driving cross-functional alignment around future-proof initiatives. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your opportunity to leave an indelible mark on tomorrow's landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) into actionable business strategies
- Produce scenario-based impact assessments for disruptive market forces and regulatory shifts
- Partner with R&D to prioritize innovation pipelines aligned with 2026 societal needs
- Present strategic recommendations to executive board with data-driven visualizations
- Establish KPIs to track future-readiness metrics across organizational departments
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology convergence trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with 5+ years in future-focused roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, Web3, biotech) and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex foresight into executive narratives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or AC/FS)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 3-5 year strategic planning implementations