Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation strategic roadmap. This pivotal role requires an exceptional blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify emerging trends, disrupt traditional paradigms, and position our organization as the undisputed industry leader in the rapidly evolving technological landscape of the mid-2020s.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop predictive models, scenario-planning frameworks, and innovation pipelines that will shape our organization's trajectory through 2026 and beyond. This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence the future of global business while working alongside world-class researchers and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 technology and market disruption scenarios
- Lead cross-functional teams in identifying and evaluating emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Design and execute horizon-scanning methodologies to detect paradigm shifts across industries
- Present actionable insights to executive stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and scenario narratives
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational objectives
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research laboratories
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic trends impacting future business landscapes
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic planning, futures research, or innovation leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption modeling
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex foresight into executable business strategies
- Strong network across tech, academic, and policy innovation ecosystems
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation publications preferred
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFSD, CFMP) required