Job Description
Shape tomorrow's business landscape today as Horizon Insights Group seeks a visionary Futurist Strategy Director to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap. This premium role combines cutting-edge market analysis with strategic foresight to position our clients at the forefront of emerging technological and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to decode disruptive trends and build actionable roadmaps for the post-2025 economy.
Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of AI ethics, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This position offers unparalleled exposure to emerging technologies while driving tangible impact through our proprietary FutureCast™ methodology. Enjoy hybrid work flexibility, comprehensive wellness benefits, and a culture that rewards bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year strategic foresight initiatives for 2026+ market transformation
- Develop predictive models for quantum computing adoption and AI governance frameworks
- Design scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on climate-resilient business models
- Author quarterly Future Horizon Reports distributed to 500+ industry leaders
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists and industry specialists
- Drive innovation partnerships with NASA, MIT Media Lab, and World Economic Forum
- Present findings at global tech summits including Web Summit and CES 2026
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting or corporate futurism with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier business publications
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Proven track record of implementing future-proof business strategies
- Professional certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFAP preferred)
- Fluency in scenario planning tools and predictive analytics platforms