Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape tomorrow's landscape today. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, transforming abstract concepts into tangible market advantages. You'll work at our Austin innovation hub, collaborating with cross-functional teams to decode emerging trends and develop roadmaps for the 2026 horizon. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term business adaptation
- Produce annual '2026 State of the Future' reports for C-suite decision-making
- Design and facilitate innovation workshops with Fortune 500 partners
- Analyze geopolitical and technological vectors to forecast industry shifts
- Create actionable roadmaps for sustainable competitive advantage
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at global futures conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization capabilities
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Thinking preferred
- Published thought leadership in futures or strategy publications