Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and human behavior evolution. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our organization as the industry's innovation pioneer.
Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational evolution. We provide cutting-edge resources and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Research and synthesize global megatrends across AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital ecosystems
- Develop scenario-based models for 2026-2030 market landscapes and consumer behavior shifts
- Design innovation frameworks that integrate emerging technologies into core business strategy
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable initiatives
- Produce quarterly trend reports with predictive analytics and strategic recommendations
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions aligned with market trajectories
- Represent the company at global innovation forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or trend analysis at Fortune 500 level
- Proven track record of developing predictive models for technological convergence
- Expertise in scenario planning and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, Web3)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex insights into executive narratives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating trend-validated strategic initiatives