Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the future of business. We're seeking visionary thinkers who can decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technological foresight with human-centered design to solve tomorrow's challenges today.
In our Austin innovation hub, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop roadmaps that anticipate market shifts, regulatory changes, and technological breakthroughs. You'll influence C-suite decisions while driving initiatives that position our clients as industry pioneers in the next frontier of digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for board-level strategic decision-making
- Lead innovation sprints with Fortune 500 clients to prototype future-ready solutions
- Author thought leadership reports published in industry journals and tech forums
- Mentor junior strategists in futures-thinking methodologies and trend analysis
- Build proprietary foresight tools using predictive analytics and machine learning
- Present strategic roadmaps to executive stakeholders with compelling data narratives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic consulting, innovation management, or technology foresight
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused business strategies
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to C-level audiences
- Published thought leadership in future studies or business innovation domains
- Proficiency in foresight platforms like Kumu, Palantir, or custom AI-driven tools