Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we shape tomorrow's business landscape today. We seek a pioneering Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight analysis with actionable business planning, ideal for a visionary who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities, develop scenario-based roadmaps, and lead innovation workshops. Our Austin hub offers cutting-edge resources and a culture that champions bold ideas.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to forecast 2026 business landscapes
- Develop data-driven scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategies
- Author quarterly trend reports and innovation blueprints for Fortune 500 partners
- Identify and cultivate partnerships with emerging tech startups and research institutions
- Design and implement horizon-scanning methodologies across global markets
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and investor forums
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Proven track record of developing scenario-planning frameworks for 5+ year horizons
- Expertise in AI, biotech, climate tech, or quantum computing trends
- Certified Futurist (CF) or similar professional designation preferred
- Experience advising C-suite executives on disruptive innovation
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Deep understanding of global socio-economic and geopolitical dynamics