Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, forecast disruptive technologies, and shape strategic roadmaps that will position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in foresight analysis and strategic planning will directly impact multi-billion-dollar initiatives. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex data into actionable blueprints for 2026 and beyond.
Horizon Innovations Group provides unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in quantum computing, sustainable tech, and AI ethics. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking and entrepreneurial spirit.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Analyze global tech trends, regulatory shifts, and market disruptions to inform strategic planning
- Present strategic roadmaps to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to validate emerging technologies for commercial viability
- Design ethical guidelines for AI and automation implementations targeting 2026 adoption
- Competitive intelligence analysis against industry disruptors and future market entrants
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (quantum computing, biotech, Web3)
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex strategic initiatives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic planning
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight preferred