Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Dynamics Inc. – a trailblazing tech incubator revolutionizing how businesses prepare for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect long-term innovation roadmaps, and position our portfolio companies as industry pioneers. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring deep foresight and actionable execution.
In this pivotal position, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives to anticipate technological disruptions, consumer behavior shifts, and geopolitical impacts affecting 2026 landscapes. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and external think tanks to develop adaptive strategies that turn future possibilities into competitive advantages today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociocultural trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 5-year product roadmaps
- Lead innovation sprints with engineering teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Present executive briefings on emerging risks and opportunities post-2025
- Partner with venture capital arm to identify disruptive startups aligned with 2026 vision
- Author thought leadership reports published in industry journals
- Mentor junior strategists in futures-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, tech R&D, or corporate innovation
- Proven experience with trend analysis tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech disruption forecasting
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful long-term strategic implementations
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Planning (e.g., APF, CPS)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex scenarios into actionable plans