Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, shaping how organizations navigate exponential change. You'll collaborate with C-suite leaders to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions, turning future possibilities into present advantages. Our Austin-based innovation lab offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly impact global industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal impact through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients adopting next-generation innovation frameworks
- Lead scenario planning workshops for Fortune 500 companies facing digital transformation
- Produce foresight reports and trend briefs for executive decision-making
- Design and prototype future-ready business models and organizational structures
- Partner with R&D teams to validate innovation hypotheses through rapid experimentation
- Represent Nexus Horizons at global tech forums and future-focused conferences
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record developing long-term strategic plans for Fortune 500 clients
- Expertise in exponential technologies and their commercial applications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations and thought leadership
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFCS) or innovation methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-shaping projects