Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. As our 2026 Strategy Futurist, you'll architect visionary roadmaps that redefine industry paradigms. We're seeking a forward-thinking strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions, transforming them into actionable blueprints for exponential growth. This role blends data-driven foresight with creative vision to position our clients as pioneers in the 2026 economy.
Located in Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with elite futurists, data scientists, and industry disruptors. We offer unparalleled resources, cutting-edge AI tools, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term strategy, this is your platform to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, regulatory shifts, and socio-economic indicators to map 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for AI, biotech, and quantum computing disruptions
- Design innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into executable strategies
- Author thought leadership reports published in top-tier industry publications
- Build predictive models using proprietary AI forecasting platforms
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced methodology and storytelling techniques
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial impact for enterprise clients
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI forecasting
- Published author or keynote speaker at global innovation conferences
- MBA or Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for C-suite executive presentations