Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we redefine the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to lead strategic innovation initiatives that will shape tomorrow's landscape. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with actionable insights to position our company at the forefront of emerging trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-ready strategies while mentoring cross-functional teams in adaptive thinking methodologies.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a certified Great Place to Work® offering unlimited PTO, equity grants, and a $10k annual innovation stipend. Our state-of-the-art SF campus features biophilic design and dedicated future labs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026 Strategic Foresight Framework using horizon scanning and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Author quarterly Trend Briefs for executive leadership and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design and implement organizational resilience programs
- Mentor junior futurists using our proprietary Future-Ready™ methodology
- Present findings at industry conferences and publish white papers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future-focused consulting
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Proven track record of implementing future-ready organizational strategies
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-shaping projects with measurable impact