Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, transforming emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer methodologies that position our organization as the industry's thought leader in the rapidly evolving technological and social ecosystems of the mid-2020s.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and emerging domains
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating foresight into prototype development and MVP launches
- Design and implement strategic foresight frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at industry forums
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic partners
- Quantify market potential of emerging technologies through scenario modeling
- Drive organizational adoption of innovation KPIs and future-readiness metrics
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, corporate innovation, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Experience leading cross-functional innovation teams in Fortune 500 environments
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy journals
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or relevant technical field
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders