Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist and architect of tomorrow's business landscape. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging market trends, design transformative roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of the 2026 economy. This role merges technological foresight with strategic execution, requiring you to bridge today's operations with future-ready ecosystems.
Why This Role Matters: As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll directly influence our $2B portfolio's evolution by identifying disruptive opportunities, mitigating future risks, and driving cross-functional initiatives that will define our competitive advantage in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 Innovation Roadmap, aligning emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with market opportunities
- Lead scenario planning for global economic shifts, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions through 2030
- Champion cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, Product, and Engineering teams
- Establish KPI frameworks to measure future-readiness and innovation ROI
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and Board stakeholders with data-driven recommendations
- Build and lead a specialized Future Trends Task Force
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futures research
- Proven track record developing multi-year innovation roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in emerging technologies and their business applications (AI, IoT, blockchain)
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies (MBA/MSc preferred)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management
- Exceptional presentation skills with C-suite experience
- Portfolio showcasing successful future-oriented initiatives