Job Description
Join the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as a 2026 Futures Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're revolutionizing how organizations prepare for the next decade through cutting-edge trend analysis and scenario planning. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, socio-economic shifts, and global disruptions to build actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources, collaborative cross-functional teams, and a culture that thrives on visionary thinking.
If you're passionate about shaping the future and possess a rare blend of analytical prowess and creative foresight, this is your chance to make an indelible mark on industries worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Conduct multi-dimensional trend analysis across technology, geopolitics, and consumer behavior to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop sophisticated scenario-planning models for C-suite executives using proprietary AI-driven platforms
- Lead high-stakes workshops with Fortune 500 clients to translate foresight into strategic imperatives
- Build and maintain a global intelligence network identifying early-stage disruptors
- Produce executive-grade visualizations and narratives that transform complex data into compelling stories
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof business solutions
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or futures research with proven 2020+ scenario development
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Deep expertise in geopolitical risk analysis and technological convergence patterns
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or adjacent fields
- MBA or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or Data Science preferred