Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group and shape the future of innovation. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Lead to architect transformative strategies for the 2026 landscape. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional paradigms, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps that anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market transformations. This isn't just about predicting the future—it's about actively creating it. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and strategic foresight, this is your chance to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 5-10 year strategic roadmaps
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops with R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Author high-impact trend reports and executive briefings on future-proofing strategies
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Translate foresight insights into actionable product development and go-to-market strategies
- Champion a culture of continuous innovation and adaptive resilience
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership on future trends or disruption
- Experience building innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 organizations
- Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making capabilities