Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our lead 2026 Futurist at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, architect future-ready ecosystems, and position our clients at the vanguard of technological and societal transformation. This role blends deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to turn tomorrow's possibilities into today's competitive advantages.
Join an elite team of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub. You'll influence global enterprises, governments, and disruptive startups while accelerating humanity's leap into the next frontier of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Map and analyze converging technological, social, and economic trends through 2026 horizon scanning
- Design scenario-based strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating disruptive futures
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Publish forward-looking whitepapers and keynote presentations at global forums
- Develop AI-driven trend prediction models with 95%+ accuracy benchmarks
- Advour C-suite executives on future-proofing organizational structures
- Cultivate strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and NASA JPL
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts with documented case studies
- Expertise in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and climate tech
- Published author or thought leader in futurism/innovation spaces
- MBA or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent
- Fluency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, Trend Hunter)
- Exceptional storytelling skills translating complex futures into actionable insights