Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap. This premier role demands a strategic thinker to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and emerging opportunities that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed foresight into our DNA, transforming insights into actionable strategies that position us as market pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your platform to shape tomorrow's reality.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop future scenarios and strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into R&D and product development cycles
- Partner with venture capital teams to evaluate emerging startups and acquisition targets
- Author thought leadership publications on AI ethics, quantum computing, and sustainable tech
- Oversee innovation incubators validating 2026-ready business models
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, corporate innovation, or futures research
- Proven track record translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, biotech, climate tech
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex scenarios to stakeholders
- Published research or patents in innovation management or trend forecasting
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Shell Two Loops)