Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions shaping our future. This pivotal role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to guide our organization's long-term strategy.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global thought leaders to develop actionable frameworks for navigating 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical foresight into market-ready solutions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, economic, and social trends to map 2026+ scenarios
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for product development and market entry
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing business models
- Produce executive reports on disruptive innovations and their implications
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Integrate foresight into corporate strategy and R&D pipelines
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal shifts
- Proficiency with foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Experience advising C-level executives on long-term strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating complex future-mapping projects