Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as a 2026 Foresight Strategist at Horizon Dynamics. We're revolutionizing how organizations prepare for the future by integrating predictive analytics with human-centric innovation. This pivotal role demands visionary thinkers who can decode emerging trends and translate them into actionable strategies for our Fortune 500 partners.
Join our cross-disciplinary team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub, collaborating with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and sustainability architects to build the frameworks that will define 2026 and beyond.
What We Offer:
- Cutting-edge resources for trend analysis and scenario planning
- Direct impact on C-suite decision-making for 500+ clients
- Competitive equity package and unlimited professional development
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for clients in AI, biotech, and renewable energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable business plans
- Partner with data science teams to build predictive models for societal and technological shifts
- Produce executive-ready foresight reports with visual trend analysis and scenario mapping
- Advise C-suite executives on long-term strategic positioning for 2026+ competitive advantage
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic indicators that could reshape 2026 business environments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive analytics platforms
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI, and climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year foresight projects
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston) or equivalent