Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect 2026+ roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This role blends foresight analysis with executable strategy, translating emerging trends into market-ready innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, sustainability, and AI sectors while pioneering methodologies that shape industry futures.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual horizon-scanning reports identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Design strategic innovation frameworks for enterprise clients, translating foresight into R&D priorities and product roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to align long-term vision with quarterly execution plans
- Establish proprietary trend-forecasting models using AI-driven data analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Present strategic recommendations to executive boards and investor forums with compelling data visualizations
- Mentor junior futurists while building proprietary knowledge bases on exponential technologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or Innovation Management (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in corporate strategy, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5-10 year strategic plans for global enterprises
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) and their commercial applications
- Certification in scenario planning (e.g., WFS, FSF) or trend analysis methodologies
- Published thought leadership in foresight journals or major business publications
- Portfolio of executed innovation strategies generating $50M+ in new revenue streams