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Focusing primarily on consumer research, our community is based on finding some of the most unique nationwide audiences. From the Gen Z to wealthy Baby Boomers; we have them all. Our expert team members focus on continuously expanding the community to ensure we have them ready for your specific research. Our community is not just an ordinary database and we don't treat it like one!Nationwide Automotive Recruiting and Fieldwork Management: We have a diverse background in automotive research of over 10 years. Recruiting and fieldwork management for all luxury and non-luxury brands nationwide with extensive experience and high-yielding results from POLK lists.We also focus on many non-traditional recruitment methods in order to help find a “niche audience". Some of these methods include:(bullet point) Guerilla style/location intercept (street recruit), (bullet point) social media and specific industry networking (bullet point) enthusiast/hobby exploration (bullet point) word-of-mouth and social networking (bullet point) specialized databases/resources for high net worth, (bullet point) industry expert networking.We cover a wide variety of research topics/methodologies across many different industries: Focus groups, in-depth interviews, industry expert interviews, fieldwork management, video diaries, video drive study's, mall intercepts, on-site interviews, taste tests, in-home usage tests, automotive and full-service clinic coordination, high-net worth/luxury segments, nationwide quantitative intercepts, ethnographies, online communities, you name it!

Southern Solutions brings unsurpassed research professionalism to your project. We provide services to many clients NATIONWIDE as well as those in the Southeast. With over 50 years’ experience, our attention to detail and creative strategies assure the success of your project. We communicate with you to ensure that your project meets or exceeds your expectations.PersonnelSouthern Solutions considers our personnel our greatest asset and realizes that the success of our organization depends on the ability and dedication of our staff. Southern Solutions therefore employs only personnel of the highest ethical standards in the industry. From our quality and ethical professionals to our attentive focus group hostesses, every individual goes through extensive training.Focus GroupsOur experienced team of moderators and market researchers can conduct focus groups, in-person or online, from any location.With our national database, we can find qualified individuals for any project from anywhere in the United States.  Need groups in rural VA or Fairbanks, AK we’ve been there and done that plus thousands of other places nationwide.Location TestingWe are no stranger to travel, our team can set up testing locations closer to our clients.We will come to any facility and engage real customers as they use your product or service. ModeratingWith years of experience, our moderators know exactly what to ask to get the best responses from our participants. They are experts at probing the finer points to get our clients actionable data from the first group to the last.  Clients leave the groups with a clear picture of what they are doing right and what needs work. SurveyingOur team of survey experts can create, distribute, and analyze any survey for any demographic.We go in depth with our participants to understand the complex environments from where they make their decisions. Our expert team of data analyzers use world class software to provide the best data driven decision.At Southern Solutions we realize that your study results are only as good as your respondent screening. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in research data collection. We give attention to detail so that you can place your study with confidence. You will experience results that are on time every time. A quick turnaround within budget is our commitment to you. Our clients deserve peace of mind.  References are available on request.

SODA Market Research is full service market research and fieldwork agency specializing in single and multicountry studies, mainly in the Central and Eastern Europe area, including following countries: Poland, Russia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, Turkey, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Greece, Croatia Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia. Our principles are excellent communication, prescient and accurate organization and flexibility. Thanks to this, we not only provide our clients with top quality results and help them achieve their business objectives, but also make cooperation with SODA a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Smarty Pants illuminates the business world with brilliant insights, inspiring stories and ingenious solutions. The award-winning research and consulting firm excels at delivering breakthrough insights that spark innovation and activation for leading global brands.The full-service firm is comprised of more than 60 gifted research professionals who are:Inherently curious with an inquisitive spirit and passion for understanding the human experience.Meticulous practitioners who flawlessly execute across innovative methods.Segment and category experts who study kids, tweens, teens and adults across life stages every day and apply a contextual lens that others simply can’t.Clever brand builders who unlock opportunities client partners didn’t see coming and present them in ways that inspire and impact.Untraditional partners who love to have fun but are serious about growing our clients’ business.Smarty Pants partners with category leaders across industries, including multiple Fortune 100 companies. From health care and retail to CPG and toys, Smarty Pants specializes in keeping winning brands at the top of their insights game.The full-service firm conducts highly customized quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method research to uncover opportunities, optimize offerings, effectively position brands, enhance communications and measure success. Qualitative methods include a robust suite of in-person and digital offerings – from focus groups, in-depth interviews and ethnographies to online communities, digital diaries and video journaling. Quantitative research spans online and mobile-first surveys, tracking studies, A&U’s, segmentation, choice-based analysis and more.Smarty Pants’ deliverables are best in class. Client partners appreciate the multimedia, turnkey reports, presentations and events the company produces to ensure teams understand consumers’ needs and findings can be easily socialized across the organization. Project assets may include infographics, consumer (or journey) documentaries, custom “handbooks” or “playbooks,” digital insights portals/microsites, interactive presentations and onsite immersions and share-outs.Based in Tenn., the mid-size shop has offices across the U.S. – including New York; Los Angeles; Chicago; Boston; Denver; Dallas; Pittsburgh; San Diego; Seattle; Philadelphia; Scottsdale, Arizona; Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Tampa, Fla. The company has established relationships with partner firms across the globe, including London, Mexico City, Shanghai and Berlin. Qualitative research expertise spans over 20 countries and quantitative research capabilities include more than 50 international markets.

Skopos is an independent insight and strategy agency helping brands make better decisions with confidence. We combine rigorous research, senior judgement and practical commercial thinking across qualitative, quantitative and strategic insight work. From brand, advertising and customer research to market understanding, innovation and decision support, we design research around the business question — not around a fixed methodology. Our work blends experienced human expertise with disciplined use of AI and digital tools where they genuinely add value: improving speed, depth, pattern recognition and usability without losing the judgment that makes insight trusted and actionable. With roots in Europe and experience across international markets, Skopos supports clients who need clear evidence, sharper thinking and recommendations their teams can act on.

SKIM is a global insights agency helping leading companies thrive by understanding decision-making. To stay ahead in today’s environment, it’s critical to know how decisions are made and how the changing environment influences decisions for consumers, health care and B2B professionals.By understanding how decision-making has changed (and how it hasn’t), we adapt sophisticated research techniques and develop new innovations to address this new reality. The result? Practical brand communications, revenue management, product innovation, e-commerce and advanced analytics recommendations you can use to propel your business forward, online and offline.What sets SKIM apart is our decision behavior expertise plus deep analytical and choice-modeling roots plus a thorough understanding of the marketing challenges brands face. This unique combination, along with our creative thinking, is the reason why strategy consultants and leading companies, from Fortune 500 to digital disruptors, continue to partner with us for decades.With ten offices around the world and 300+ enthusiastic SKIMmers ready to help crack your business case, how can we team up with you today?

SIS International Research is a leading full-service market research and market intelligence firm, established in 1984. We conduct fieldwork, data collection, recruiting, strategic market intelligence and global growth marketing consulting solutions.Our coverage is global, including nationwide U.S., Europe, Latin America, Asia, Canada, Africa and the Middle East. Our key regional offices include New York, Los Angeles, London, Frankfurt, Shanghai, Seoul and Manila.Our research solutions include Consumer and B2B research, Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty research, Product and Packaging testing, Car Clinics, Healthcare research and Branding insights.Our qualitative services include Focus Groups, Interviews, Ethnography, Home Visits and Usability tests.Our quantitative services include CATI Telephone Interviews, Intercepts, Central Location Testing and Online Surveys.Our strategy unit provides market intelligence solutions including market opportunity and entry research, competitive analysis and Go-To-Market research.SIS also operates a state-of-the-art focus group facility in New York City.

SightX is an A.I. powered end-to-end research technology platform that enables teams to learn at the speed of their customers. With SightX it’s easy keep up with consumer trends and preferences and gather feedback at every stage of the customer journey. With a full suite of methodologies, it’s never been easier to identify unmet needs, discover new market trends, and track changing behaviors with a single platform. Engage with your target audience to screen product ideas, test ads, track brand awareness, evaluate whitespace, optimize pricing, and much more. Coupled with the industry’s first generative A.I. research assistant, Ada, you can create custom goal-oriented studies instantly with a prompt, analyze the results, and provide key insights in seconds.Generative AIIn 2023 SightX released the research industry’s first generative A.I. research assistant, Ada. Ada works alongside you, shares knowledge, builds projects with just a prompt, analyzes data, and provides everything from executive summaries to blog posts and ad campaigns. SightX is committed to continuing to lead innovation in this space with more A.I. features and capabilities constantly being developed to drive more value, faster for all research use cases. If your organization has a wait and see approach when it comes to generative A.I., that’s fine as well. Ada can easily be turned off and you’ll still have access to the most powerful and flexible platform in the industry.Survey Capabilities and Use CasesFrom quick turn and agile to large and complex, SightX survey capabilities can meet any type of complexity and use case. You no longer must pay for different tools for different use cases. SightX streamlines your research process and budget.SampleFind the target market just right for your research from one integrated suite for rapid results. Organize fielding with sample and quota management including custom or sharable links. SightX also adds additional proprietary quality checks. Now you don’t need to sign up for yet another vendor just to have your data quality checked!Analysis and ReportingNot only is SightX the most powerful and flexible end-to-end platform for analysis and reporting, but it is also one of the most user friendly. Any team can now lead with data-driven decisions helping to get to market faster and with more confidence. Analysis and reporting for any project or methodology are automated and accessible. Now with the help of Ada, the speed and depth of insights available to any user are unmatched. 

Schmidt Market Research was founded in 1986 and has been delivering the highest quality research expertise and client service ever since. We are a well-established, 40 team member research company based in Pittsburgh, PA, serving primarily Fortune 500 regional and national companies.We are specialists in financial services, retail and hospitality, power and utilities and health care. Because of our expertise in these areas, we won't waste any time learning a new industry... we hit the ground running.Customized Research and FlexibilityWe understand your specific business challenges and deliver customized solutions that are tailored to the needs of our client partners. When your needs change, so do our research solutions. Our size and experience allow us to easily adapt and deliver the most impactful insights possible. Our goal is to become an extension of your team, eliminating tasks for you, answering questions promptly, always meeting your deadlines and doing it all in an efficient, positive and friendly manner.Market Research SolutionsSchmidt offers a full range of market research services with no one-size-fits-all approach. Our capabilities include qualitative and quantitative research, in-person focus groups conducted at our Pittsburgh research facility, online research communities, recruiting services and high-end telephone interviewing for hard-to-reach audiences.In-Person Research CapabilitiesWe conduct in-person focus groups at our Pittsburgh research facility, offering a modern observation experience supported by advanced live-streaming and viewing technology.Our observation platform provides multiple viewing modes beyond the traditional one-way mirror, allowing stakeholders to view sessions remotely or on-site with greater clarity and flexibility.Qualitative RecruitingSchmidt manages recruiting for Pittsburgh focus groups, in-depth interviews, UX testing and online studies, locally and nationwide. For southwestern Pennsylvania, we leverage Pittsburgh Speaks, our proprietary online research community, to recruit engaged local participants. We also support multi-market studies through a trusted national partner network or client-provided lists.Security and Compliance Requirements We invest heavily in insurance, security and compliance to meet the most stringent needs of our clients, including our SOC2 Type 2 Certification that is achieved annually.Schmidt Market Research delivers end-to-end research solutions – helping organizations make confident, informed decisions.

Savanta is a fast-growing data, market research and advisory company. We inform and inspire our clients through powerful data, empowering technology and high-impact consulting, all designed to help our clients make better decisions and achieve faster progress.Savanta offers a full range of intelligence services, including:Research and consulting – tailored solutions built using specialists from Savanta’s industry and methodology practices.Data collection and analysis – access to 100 million respondents through a proprietary technology platform.Intelligence products – including the BrandVue and MarketVue reputation tracking solutions.

Launched January 2021, SampleNinja platform is leading the race to the top!Sample Ninja introduced its groundbreaking Panel Management platform to eliminate legacy issues causing fraud and quality challenges in the global sampling ecosystem.SampleNinja's core philosophy revolved around a panelist-centric model prioritizing on the essential client frustrations: quality and security. Major organizations globally have embraced SampleNinja for its robust fraud prevention, quality control, and best practice enforcement, setting it apart as the only platform truly fit for purpose. We have clients worldwide hosting numerous panels globally on our platform.The platform is equipped with native cutting-edge security features and integration with the (optional) Research Defender platform uniquely combines these into one entity.Coupled with social media log in capabilities using either Facebook, Google, Microsoft or LinkedIN enhances security and simplifies and smoothens the Panellist experience. Each of our global panelists on the Sample Ninja platform have their own unique quality score, often used in quality based Sampling.Default-enabled features make it hugely challenging for scammers to infiltrate panels, ensuring high-quality data collection. Our platform has prevented multiple 100,000’s scammer attempts in the past 3 years.Our mobile apps for Apple and Android embody and underline our commitment to quality and engagement. Our clients know that push notifications are significantly less intrusive than emails and preferred by Panelists. The enhanced communication and branding opportunities and white label capability are welcomed by our clients, while simultaneously reducing fraudulent behavior through app download data.Mobile integration has significantly boosted member engagement based on internal statistics with clients before and after they adopted our seamless methodology.The modern platform delivers incredible speed to users. The Platform API allows for seamless integration with external processes, mitigating security risks from hackable URL links (called “Ghost Completes”). Tech-savvy clients benefit considerably from these 400+ API endpoint automations, enhancing their workflow and production efficiency.Our fabled Dynamic Profiling innovation addresses a critical and significant challenge for panel owners: maintaining up-to-date panelist data. By replacing traditional update questionnaires with pop-up surveys triggered by missing or outdated data, panelist fatigue is minimized. Our feature ensures continuous panel hydration, providing a positive experience for panelists and making it the first choice among clients.Another game-changer is Intelligent Auto-Sampling, it has revolutionized the sampling process by eliminating the issues associated with legacy waterfall sampling. This feature automates sample list generation and survey invitations, preventing over-sampling and reducing unnecessary incentive costs. Our clients praise our innovation as a game-changer for its efficiency and cost-effectiveness, saving between 5-8% overage incentive payments on each project.SampleNinja is on a constant mission to redefine panel management with its blend of customer centricity and advanced security, mobile integration, technological excellence, and innovative features, SampleNinja has set new benchmarks..We remain committed to continuous improvement for both client and panelist satisfaction, poised to lead the industry into a new era of panelist experience enhancements, quality and efficiency.The possibility of having multiple and unlimited sub-panel communities, each offering its own portal interface (and app) gives further flexibility (eg having a Gold, Silver or Bronze panel or Custom CX client panels alongside main panels)Each sub-panel has its own unique recruitment questionnaire, comprehensive recruitment statistics and tracking, comprehensive security and fraud detection features and Dynamic profiling hydration reporting of key data variables.SampleNinja are on a clear mission to clean up panelist quality and help our clients deliver by using the best quality panels and panelists. Making panels really work and getting the best ROI!We are fully committed to driving the ultimate panelist experience using the latest technologies: investing in our staff, going beyond poor quality standards others deem acceptable.

Russell Research is a full-service insights firm which leverages consumer psychology and behavioral science principles to help organizations navigate continual change.Serving market leaders and innovators across most industries, Russell Research provides qualitative and quantitative research for consumer and B2B audiences, with a specific focus across the following areas:Advertising and communications developmentAttitudes and usageBrand and advertising trackingBrand equityConcept developmentMarket segmentationMarket structureProduct testing and innovationPublic relations/thought leadershipPurchase journeyThe Russell Research “HumanLens” approach combines the latest thinking and technology to provide culturally grounded insights:Agile and traditional qualitative research methodologies to uncover the hidden beliefs, needs, motivations and drivers of consumers and professionals.Innovative and time-tested quantitative research methodologies to provide strategic guidance, product/service direction and measurement of brand impact.Russell Research also offers the Russell Omnibus, a nationally representative shared cost survey which fields twice per week. Starting at $1,000 for 3 questions, the study provides high-quality data to clients with results in 2 business days, with a sample size of 1,000 adults.Beyond the research areas listed above, Russell Research offers several unique approaches, each originally co-created with clients to solve business challenges. These include:Visual Optimizer – Allows for the testing of thousands of visual executions (e.g., products, print/web advertising, direct mail) to identify the impact of individual elements in a finished product or piece of creative, determine the best execution of each individual element, and provide the ability to tailor creative for different audiences and purchase journey stages.Idea Screen – Identifies the product and service ideas which have the greatest opportunity for market success, incorporating their ability to meet user needs with product/service differentiation and interest.Pathfinder – Our unique methodology for identifying and prioritizing barriers to usage/purchase and determining the tactics, features and/or messaging strategies which overcome these leading and secondary barriers.Quality control is of paramount importance at Russell Research. A combination of active and passive methods is used to ensure clients have insights they can trust when making critical decisions.As a value-add to clients and peers, Russell Research regularly provides thought leadership for the insights industry, publishing a blog on the company website, presenting new ideas at various conferences and authoring papers and other content each year.