Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's business landscape today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional markets, and drive innovation that positions our clients as industry leaders for the 2026 horizon.
About Horizon Dynamics: A premier strategic foresight consultancy partnering with Fortune 500 companies to navigate technological disruption, climate transitions, and socio-economic shifts. Our Austin hub leads cutting-edge scenario planning and innovation acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 market foresight frameworks using AI-driven trend analysis and cross-industry scenario modeling
- Design disruptive innovation roadmaps for clients in biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable infrastructure
- Lead executive workshops translating complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 workforce automation and ethical AI governance
- Collaborate with R&D teams to future-proof product portfolios against exponential technology shifts
- Monitor emerging regulatory landscapes impacting 2026 digital sovereignty and data markets
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, or Innovation Management with 5+ years applied experience
- Proven expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, cross-impact matrix analysis)
- Deep understanding of 2026 technology inflection points (AGI, quantum advantage, synthetic biology)
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analyses or strategic foresight projects
- Proficiency in foresight tools like Palisade @Risk, Gartner hype cycle analysis, or custom ML models
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC foresight, APF) preferred
- Experience advising C-suite executives on exponential technology adoption