Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative business roadmaps. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, identify market opportunities, and position our organization as an industry pioneer. This is your chance to shape the future while accelerating your career in one of America's most dynamic tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts through 2026-2030 horizon scanning
- Develop predictive models and scenario-planning frameworks for strategic decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with engineering, marketing, and product teams
- Produce quarterly trend briefings and strategic recommendations for executive leadership
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial application
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present future-vision narratives to stakeholders and investors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Deep expertise in technology forecasting and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record of translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Exceptional data synthesis and scenario-planning capabilities
- Strong presentation skills with executive audiences
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, TrendWatching)
- Portfolio demonstrating futurist projects or published foresight work