The Paycheck Protection Program, the U.S. Small Business Administration's program offering forgivable loans to small businesses that keep workers on the payroll during the COVID-19 crisis, has been extended until August 8. The program was set to expire on June 30 with about $130 billion in funds … [Read more...] about SBA Paycheck Protection Program Extended Until August 8
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Why Your Company Needs Information Security Policies and Governance
The answer to this question may seem obvious. However, small- and mid-sized marketing research firms have a lot of competing priorities. “Client Acquisition” is usually close to the top of the list. New clients mean additional revenue, profits, and resources. But, security and privacy requirements … [Read more...] about Why Your Company Needs Information Security Policies and Governance
Do Market Researchers Want to be Trusted?
John is the head of Customer Experience (CX) for a large hotel chain. Jennifer is the CMO. John shares his latest report with Jennifer that shows 40% of their customers thought their stay was enjoyable. Is Jennifer pleased with that report, or is she appalled? Probably the latter. But for some … [Read more...] about Do Market Researchers Want to be Trusted?
Bala Rajan joins Reach3 Insights as Senior Vice President
Reach3 Insights announced the appointment of Bala Rajan as Senior Vice President. Based in Sydney, Australia, Rajan will help develop new, hybrid quantitative and qualitative methodologies that leverage conversational research technologies and techniques, while supporting the global execution … [Read more...] about Bala Rajan joins Reach3 Insights as Senior Vice President
Role of Curiosity in Soft Skills Development
This paper was originally published in the Journal of Organizational Change Management. Soft skills are typically defined as non-technical skills related to a series of interpersonal or intrapersonal qualities critical to the success of both individuals and businesses (Deloitte Access Economics, … [Read more...] about Role of Curiosity in Soft Skills Development
Paul O’Shaughnessy Joins P\S\L Group as Managing Director for RxY
Paul O’Shaughnessy, former EVP Global Sales at M3 and Global Head of Business Development at Cello Health, has joined the P\S\L Group to lead the RxY business. RxY provides Pharmaceutical companies with an unprecedented understanding of the “Why?” and “Why not?” behind treatment choice. Paul will … [Read more...] about Paul O’Shaughnessy Joins P\S\L Group as Managing Director for RxY
Curion Launches New M&A Strategy to Expand Footprint
Sean Bisceglia’s 2018 appointment to CEO of Curion created an ardent emphasis on growth and expansion and magnifying influence. Curion’s recently launched growth and acquisition strategy manifests this desire to make a larger footprint. According to Bisceglia, this acquisition and growth strategy … [Read more...] about Curion Launches New M&A Strategy to Expand Footprint
New Louisiana Law S.B. 435 Provides COVID-19 Liability Protection to Insights Businesses as They Reopen
A new law in Louisiana, backed by the Insights Association, provides people and businesses in the state basic protection from liability for exposure to COVID-19 during the “public health emergency” if following “applicable government standards and guidance.” Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards … [Read more...] about New Louisiana Law S.B. 435 Provides COVID-19 Liability Protection to Insights Businesses as They Reopen
Delvinia
After 32 years in the market research industry, Randy Leiter, a Senior Survey Programmer at Delvinia, has gained distinction as the first retirement since the company launched in 1998. Randy joined Delvinia in 2006 and has been a quiet pillar in its AskingCanadians business for over 14 years. Randy … [Read more...] about Delvinia
Cint expands with new office in Singapore
Cint has opened a new office in Singapore, to join existing APAC locations in Sydney, Tokyo, Hong Kong and with its strategic partner Krea in Chennai. Included in the expansion is the addition of several new team members and leadership promotions in order to strengthen Cint’s cross-functional team … [Read more...] about Cint expands with new office in Singapore
