Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the future landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, disrupt industries, and architect tomorrow's solutions today. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform speculative foresight into actionable business strategies that position our clients as market leaders. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to explore exponential technologies, societal shifts, and economic paradigms reshaping the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients aligned with 2026 technological and societal forecasts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruption opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Produce trend intelligence reports using predictive modeling and scenario planning methodologies
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Present strategic recommendations to executive boards with compelling data visualizations
- Establish industry thought leadership through whitepapers and keynote speaking engagements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation with demonstrable 2026-focused projects
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and trend impact analysis
- Proficiency in foresight platforms like Gartner or Forrester with predictive analytics tools
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ successful long-term strategy implementations
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) or equivalent
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications