Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts, transforming foresight into actionable business strategy. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate emerging paradigms in AI ethics, sustainable tech adoption, and human-machine integration.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer solutions that will define the next decade. This position combines deep analytical rigor with creative synthesis to prepare our organization for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and visualizations for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs to track emerging technologies
- Design organizational resilience protocols for systemic disruptions identified through future modeling
- Mentor junior futurists and build internal foresight capabilities
- Present strategic recommendations to the board and investor stakeholders
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing long-term vision strategies
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and trend forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex future concepts
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful foresight projects with measurable business impact