Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality as our Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary architect to decode emerging trends and transform foresight into market-disrupting strategies. In this pivotal role, you'll pioneer our 2026+ roadmap, blending cutting-edge research with actionable innovation frameworks. Join us at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy to build the future today.
Our Austin-based team thrives on audacious thinking and collaborative execution. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives that anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market evolutions – ensuring we stay generations ahead of the curve. This isn't just about predicting the future; it's about creating it.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ market positioning
- Lead scenario planning initiatives to prepare for disruptive technological and societal shifts
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future-proofing into organizational DNA
- Identify and prioritize emerging technologies with exponential growth potential
- Build and maintain global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Translate complex future insights into actionable business strategies and roadmaps
- Drive innovation sprints focused on next-generation product development
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future-focused leadership
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record of implementing future-oriented strategies in Fortune 500 environments
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, Web3)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex future concepts to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation