Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future of business strategy. We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and drive innovation for Fortune 500 clients. This role blends data science, behavioral economics, and predictive modeling to shape tomorrow's market landscapes. Work remotely from our San Francisco hub with quarterly on-site collaborations at our cutting-edge innovation lab. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in sustainability, AI ethics, and human-tech integration while mentoring junior strategists. Enjoy competitive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and annual innovation retreats.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year horizon-scanning frameworks using predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Design scenario-planning models for disruptive technologies (quantum computing, biotech, neuro interfaces)
- Lead client workshops on future-proofing business models and workforce transformation
- Produce annual '2026 State of the Future' industry reports with actionable insights
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen customer experience ecosystems
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and ethical innovation
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives at industry conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 exposure
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi techniques, and scenario planning methodologies
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis platforms
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal transformation
- Experience with cross-cultural futures research and global trend analysis
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or foresight.org)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused strategy implementations