Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group to architect the future. We're seeking a pioneering 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape next-generation solutions. This role blends foresight analytics with strategic execution, positioning our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex future scenarios into actionable roadmaps.
Why This Role Matters: As industries undergo seismic shifts toward AI integration, sustainable tech, and quantum computing, your expertise will directly influence how we navigate the 2026 landscape. You'll spearhead initiatives that transform uncertainty into opportunity, driving growth while mitigating disruption risks.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, climate tech, bioengineering) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for emerging tech adoption (quantum computing, AR/VR, decentralized systems)
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive stakeholders and R&D teams
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Partner with product teams to embed future-readiness into current development cycles
- Manage a $2M innovation budget with measurable ROI for 2026 initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-tech leadership
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into enterprise strategy
- Expertise in AI/ML, climate resilience tech, or quantum computing applications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or relevant field
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech or societal transformation
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from APF or WFS)
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)