Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and lead the charge in shaping tomorrow's business landscape today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect strategic roadmaps that position our organization at the forefront of emerging technologies and societal shifts. This high-impact role requires a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive-level communication to translate future possibilities into actionable plans.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive trends, develop scenario-based forecasts, and design resilient strategies for 2026 and beyond. Our dynamic Austin-based team thrives on innovation, offering competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and the autonomy to pioneer new methodologies in strategic planning.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and socio-economic trends to forecast market disruptions through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership teams on future-state priorities
- Quantify strategic opportunities using predictive modeling and data-driven frameworks
- Present visionary insights to stakeholders through compelling executive narratives
- Monitor horizon scanning outputs and update strategic playbooks quarterly
- Collaborate with R&D teams to validate future-focused initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Planning, Futures Studies, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and predictive modeling
- Proven track record translating future insights into executable strategies
- Strong proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused strategic projects
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred