Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Lead Futurist to drive strategic foresight initiatives across emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. This role demands an innovative thinker who can transform tomorrow's possibilities into today's actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term roadmaps while maintaining a pulse on global innovation trends. Our dynamic startup culture offers unparalleled autonomy to shape the future of industries ranging from AI ethics to sustainable urban development.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives across 15+ industries
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging risks and opportunities
- Author quarterly trend briefs distributed to 50,000+ innovation professionals
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists and design thinkers
- Present strategic foresight findings at global innovation summits
- Build proprietary AI-powered forecasting models for market evolution
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism
- Proven track record of influencing C-level decisions with future-focused insights
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Cross-Impact)
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation journals
- Proficiency with AI trend analysis tools (e.g., Trend Hunter, Gartner)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into narratives