Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role requires a blend of technological foresight, market intuition, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging trends into disruptive competitive advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer next-generation solutions while mentoring a high-impact innovation team.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market positioning
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, and quantum computing advancements
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, product, and design teams
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring innovation pipeline ROI
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and venture capital networks
- Lead annual 'Future State' workshops for 500+ employees
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or equivalent
- Proven track record of launching tech-forward initiatives with measurable impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future scenarios
- Professional certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS preferred)
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ innovation frameworks implemented in production