Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future of business strategy. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap, transforming cutting-edge foresight into actionable corporate strategy. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, requiring an exceptional blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop predictive models for emerging trends, design resilient business frameworks for 2026's digital economy, and spearhead cross-functional initiatives that position our clients as industry pioneers. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources for research, prototyping, and stakeholder engagement.
This is more than a role—it's your opportunity to shape how organizations navigate tomorrow's disruptions. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity and bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year foresight initiatives to identify and prioritize emerging trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop predictive analytical frameworks using advanced data modeling and scenario planning techniques
- Design strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across technology, healthcare, and finance sectors
- Facilitate C-level workshops on future-proofing organizational structures and talent ecosystems
- Produce high-impact thought leadership content including white papers and keynote presentations
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints with engineers, designers, and market researchers
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, consulting, or corporate innovation leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative/qualitative field
- Proven track record developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for complex organizations
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences and public speaking experience
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities with data visualization expertise
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementations