Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for our Fortune 500 clients. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the complex landscape of 2026's technological, social, and economic shifts.
In this high-impact position, you'll partner with C-suite executives to anticipate disruptions, identify blue-ocean opportunities, and future-proof organizations through data-driven strategic planning. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled collaboration with world-class researchers, engineers, and industry disruptors.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macro-trends (AI, climate resilience, quantum computing) and their 2026 implications for global markets
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 15+ enterprise clients across tech, healthcare, and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into actionable business strategies
- Author quarterly 'Future Forward' reports distributed to 50,000+ industry stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions aligned with 2026 market projections
- Present strategic frameworks at international conferences and executive summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis using tools like Gartner Hype Cycle and Delphi Method
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications (e.g., FutureScout, Stratagem Quarterly)
- Proficiency in data visualization (Tableau, Power BI) and horizon scanning methodologies