Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Dynamics! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategy Director to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our innovation ecosystem at the forefront of technological evolution. Join our elite team in Austin, TX, where we're building tomorrow's solutions today.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks to identify and prioritize disruptive trends impacting 2026+ markets
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints integrating AI, quantum computing, and sustainable technologies
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and scenario analyses for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions in our Austin Innovation Lab
- Present strategic blueprints to C-suite and board stakeholders with compelling data visualizations
- Build and lead a global network of futurist researchers and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating emerging tech into commercial roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- MBA or advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum, Web3)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred