Job Description
Join our visionary team as a Senior Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a forward-thinking strategist to architect our 2026+ roadmap by anticipating technological disruptions, market shifts, and emerging consumer behaviors. This pivotal role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform future possibilities into actionable growth strategies.
As a key member of our Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term competitive advantages while guiding cross-functional teams through rapid technological adoption. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic, startup-culture environment with cutting-edge resources and a commitment to shaping tomorrow's industries today.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market paradigms through 2030
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for organizational adaptation to future economic, social, and technological shifts
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping solutions for emerging market opportunities
- Present executive-level future outlook reports with data-driven visualizations and actionable recommendations
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Design and facilitate strategic workshops embedding future-thinking into organizational DNA
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field; PhD preferred
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership roles
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of translating future insights into market-leading commercial strategies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex future concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-focused projects in tech, finance, or sustainability sectors