Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as a Strategic Futurist 2026, where you'll architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking a forward-thinking strategist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations that will define the 2026 landscape. This high-impact role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our organization as an industry pioneer.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term roadmaps, identify disruptive opportunities, and mitigate future risks. Our dynamic Austin headquarters offers unparalleled resources for innovation, including state-of-the-art labs and a diverse ecosystem of tech talent.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global trends in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable energy to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for strategic decision-making across business units
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable innovation initiatives
- Author executive briefings on future-proofing strategies and competitive positioning
- Build and maintain relationships with academic institutions, think tanks, and industry pioneers
- Integrate future intelligence into product development and corporate strategy cycles
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex future scenarios
- Track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) strongly preferred