Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc., a pioneer in next-generation foresight consulting, as we shape the future landscape beyond 2026. We're seeking an innovative 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and guide our Fortune 500 clients through transformative market shifts. This role merges cutting-edge research with strategic execution in a dynamic, Austin-based innovation hub.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors to anticipate disruptive forces and build adaptive business models. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, data-driven insights, and boundary-pushing solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ market evolution
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for global industry disruptions
- Design strategic roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, and climate resilience
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders through compelling narratives
- Build proprietary forecasting models using proprietary data ecosystems
- Guide cross-functional teams in implementing future-proof strategies
- Publish thought leadership in futurist publications and industry forums
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic consulting, futurism, or market research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., AC/FS preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ forecasting projects
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on long-term strategy