Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative business strategies. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable insights, positioning our clients as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving post-2025 ecosystem. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors to navigate paradigm shifts and unlock exponential growth opportunities.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources, including a dedicated foresight lab and global partner network. We value intellectual curiosity, data-driven intuition, and the ability to translate complex scenarios into compelling narratives. This is more than a job—it's your chance to shape how the world adapts to the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociocultural trends to map 2026+ scenarios
- Develop proprietary foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops on innovation strategy and disruption preparedness
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and trend reports for executive audiences
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists and industry thought leaders
- Quantify future market opportunities through predictive modeling
- Advise board members on long-term strategic pivots and risk mitigation
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related quantitative field
- Published work on emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive analytics
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic foresight projects