Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future. We're seeking a pioneering Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, where you'll shape how organizations navigate exponential change.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses a rare blend of analytical rigor and creative intuition. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop future-proof ecosystems, leveraging proprietary AI-driven foresight platforms to identify paradigm shifts before they disrupt industries.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify exponential opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Develop predictive models for market disruption using scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions with venture capital backing
- Present strategic foresight to executive boards through compelling data visualizations and narratives
- Establish industry thought leadership through white papers and keynote speaking engagements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating exponential trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and technology adoption curves
- Proficiency with AI trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trend Hunter, Palantir)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published author in foresight journals or industry publications