Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's economy as our 2026 Futurist Strategy Director. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our next-generation business ecosystem, leveraging emerging technologies and societal shifts to position our clients for exponential growth in the post-2025 landscape. This role combines deep strategic foresight with hands-on innovation leadership in one of the world's most dynamic tech hubs.
You'll spearhead initiatives at the intersection of AI ethics, quantum computing adoption, and sustainable urbanization while building cross-industry partnerships that redefine market boundaries. Your work will directly influence Fortune 500 enterprises navigating the 2026 digital transformation wave.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-focused strategic roadmaps for clients across fintech, biotech, and smart infrastructure sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops analyzing geopolitical and technological inflection points
- Establish innovation labs testing next-gen human-AI collaboration frameworks
- Build consortiums with MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and NASA JPL
- Author quarterly 'Horizon 2026' trend reports for C-suite audiences
- Oversee $5M R&D budget for prototyping sustainable tech solutions
- Mentor a team of 12 futurists and data scientists
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record in technology adoption forecasting (blockchain, AGI, quantum)
- Published thought leadership in journals like 'Futures' or 'Technological Forecasting'
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Proficiency in scenario modeling tools (STELLA, AnyLogic)
- Experience securing federal grants for emerging tech initiatives
- Deep network in Silicon Valley and European innovation ecosystems
- Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin for global stakeholder engagement