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Toluna Mentioned in Bloomberg Report as Key Source for Apple TV Trend

Demand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research ReportDemand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research Report PR Newswire LONDON, April 17, 2012 LONDON, April 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- - "Can Apple do to the TV market what it did to mobile?" KAE and Toluna says an Apple TV set has the potential to be a huge hit with consumers KAE a leading strategic marketing and…See More
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Toluna Mentioned in Bloomberg Report as Key Source for Apple TV Trend

Demand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research ReportDemand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research Report PR Newswire LONDON, April 17, 2012 LONDON, April 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- - "Can Apple do to the TV market what it did to mobile?" KAE and Toluna says an Apple TV set has the potential to be a huge hit with consumers KAE a leading strategic marketing and…See More
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QuestBack Expands Global Presence with New North American Headquarters

QuestBack Expands Global Presence with New North American HeadquartersOslo, Norway – January 31, 2012 – QuestBack, a global leader in enterprise feedback management (EFM), customer experience management and social CRM solutions, today announced the opening of its North American headquarters. QuestBack is Europe's foremost supplier of feedback management solutions and is recognized by Forrester (1) as a leader among market-insights-focused…See More
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Participate in the Research Industry Trends Survey - Winter 2012

Dear Colleague, You are invited to participate in the Winter 2012 edition of the GreenBook Research Industry Trends Survey (GRIT).  In its 10th year, GRIT is the leading and most comprehensive survey of our industry. As a sign of just how important this study has become, the Advertising…See More
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Toluna Mentioned in Bloomberg Report as Key Source for Apple TV Trend

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Demand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research Report



Demand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players                           Says a new Research Report    PR Newswire    LONDON, April 17, 2012  LONDON, April 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --  - "Can Apple do to the TV market what it did…
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QuestBack Expands Global Presence with New North American Headquarters

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QuestBack Expands Global Presence with New North American Headquarters

Oslo, Norway – January 31, 2012 – QuestBack, a global leader in enterprise feedback management (EFM), customer experience management and social CRM solutions, today announced the opening of its North American headquarters. QuestBack is Europe's foremost supplier of feedback management solutions and is recognized by Forrester…

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Participate in the Research Industry Trends Survey - Winter 2012

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Revelation Announces Global Partnership with GfK Portland, Ore— November 29, 2011

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Revelation Announces Global Partnership with GfK 

Portland, Ore— November 29, 2011— Revelation, Inc., provider of Immersive Research™ software and tools, today announced a global partnership with GfK, a global leader in market research.  GfK partnered with Revelation as a technology provider powering GfK SocioLog.dx, GfK’s online qualitative research solution.

 

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Module 1: The State of Mobile Research MRMW 2011

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MRGA365 Feedback & Ideas!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Eric Bell - MRGA Founder Jul 14, 2011. 4 Replies

We are just wrapping up our first virtual event and over all I think it went well. But it doesn't really matter what I think! I wanted to get your feedback and tell us what you thought of the event.  If you had issues or can give me feedback on user experience please let our team know.  Also if you have ideas and direction on how we can run future events or events you want us to focus on please let us know.  You can also use the platform for your events, webinars and virtual events, here are some ideas  to maximize your experience :: Research Market Research InnovationUpload Content into the library (Tell the world about who you are!)Visit Exhibitors find new partners to keep your bottom line greenUse the platform to announce and share your products, services and technology.Use the platform to educate your customers and prospectsInvite and ask your favorite special interest groups to share their content…Continue

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MRGA JOURNAL March 2011

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Adopting A Social Media Model for Market Research

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Ad your comments and thoughts here about the MRGA Interview with Global Park.   READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT ::  The MRGA and Globalpark discuss the opportunities and inherent challenges of adopting a social business model for researchers and across the enterprise. Join a 45-minute radio show that will reveal: How to adapt to a social business model: content, curation and collaboration Benefits of aligning consumers with employees across the enterprise The nuances of influencers and influence, enabling word-of-mouth, and measuring social currency The new ability to extract measured and actionable insights from Facebook fans – without them ever leaving Facebook! Join the discussion on the approach, and its impact on both marketing and research teams. Mark your calendars for the live debate, and register now to get access to the recorded broadcast - as well as a seat at the February 24th webinar that dives further into the topic! READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT ::  Eric Bell(0:56): Hello everyone.…Continue

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Who Is MR Heretic?

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Post your comments theories and ideas here! MR Heretic ExplainedJanuary 28th, 2011 ·PLEASE VISIT TOM ANDERSON'S BLOG FOR MORE STORIES LIKE THIS.Exclusive NGMR interview with the most mysterious blogger in research!If you, like me, feel market research is in dire need of change, then it’s hard not to enjoy reading MR Heretic’s sharp and witty posts, often containing very visually apt meme like images, on the Market Research Death Watch blog. While speaking anonymously, @MRHeretic does so with a certain elegance and restraint, that is hard not to admire. I often find myself hoping his efforts will…Continue

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A Candid In-Depth Interview:: Offshore Transparency

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Listen To The Eric Bell & Tom Anderson interview on Offshoring Transparency Download The Interview  or Listen To It On iTunesThe Interview discussed a candid outlook on Offshoring Transparency. No matter what side of the fence you are on or what your opinion is you don't want to miss this insightful interview. COMMENT ON THIS STORYContinue

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Post Comments About The February 2011 MRGA Journal Here.

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We hope your enjoy the first issue of the MRGA Journal. If you have comments, ideas, or would like to share general feedback this is the place to do it.  If your inspired to write something, read on ...  Please follow the articles back to the original bloggers or the MRGA Discussions Forum and comment with your thoughts or write another article if you feel inspired. We have no agenda other than to support what you our members and readers are interested in. We give all of our members an equal voice as it pertains to market research! If you are inspired to write a story or publish an article as a professional member, please do it – it only costs your time to participate. If you are a brand and want to share ideas about your company brand you just need to become a…Continue

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MRGA Twitter Directory Want to network on twitter with other market research professionals?Post Your Twitter Handle & Follow other Market Research Experts on the MRGA!Post your twitter handle(s) feel free to ad your company handle as well as your personal or professional handles and who you are in one sentence for each of your handles. Example ::  @mrgasn :: The Market Research Global Alliance Official Twitter Handle - Eric Bell is the founder of the MRGA. @gmsn :: The Global Marketing Alliance Official Twitter Handle - Eric Bell is the founder of the GMA. Spread The Love :: Make sure you add the 5 people above you and the five people below you at the very least, and share this post!Continue

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MRGA Members Get Access to Rockmelt Beta

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MRGA Announces iPhone App

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The MRGA is proud to announce the industries first social media news steaming app exclusively for market researchers. The App will be FREE of charge and is currently awaiting Apple's Approval.This post in fact has been written using the APP.  Market Researchers that download the App will be able to monitor Industry breaking news, social conversations, as well as monitor the most popular MR related social media services like Twitter.The MRGA's goal for 2011 is to build the most trusted network and news worthy resource for UGC (User Generated Content), while we remain tight lipped about all of technology service offerings our goal will be to almost eliminate outbound email communication, by delivering content the ways our membership want it - On-Demand.We can confirm Blackberry & Android Apps to follow.The podium is yours...Continue

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At 7:07pm on May 4, 2011, Bob Lederer said…

Eric, I may be a tech "spaz" but tried 3 times to put information about our upcoming ROI on MR conference and I give up. Can't complete the form without it closing and CAN'T corectly input the dates of the conference.

 

Good luck!

At 12:39am on December 24, 2010, Silvana Denicolo' said…
Eric, my best wishes for this festive period and for all projects and desires, to you and all members of the important network you have created!  Ciao, Silvana
At 4:27pm on December 18, 2010, Nelson Merchan said…

Eric, congatulations on your third year of growth.

At 2:20am on December 3, 2010, Anne-Marie O'Sullivan said…
Hello Eric!

Looking forward to being in the loop. It's snowing here and all white and beautiful today. Have a good one.

Anne-Marie
Qualvu - EMEA
At 8:09pm on September 16, 2010, Brianna Sylver said…
Thanks for the invite (and the welcome) Eric!

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Besides founding the Market Research Global Alliance, I have started my own organizations and companies. I have consulted on business start-ups, non-profit organizations, and have served on advisory boards. I have a passion for new ideas and connecting opportunity with resources.

I work in the Market Research space helping researchers connect in my past work experience I have been responsible for panel management, lead generation and account management for firms including OTX, I have worked with some of the biggest names in the technology sector and on the fortune 100 list as well a former sales director at Hansa|GCR & GMI (Global Market Insite, Inc.), where I was responsible for the western region of the United States, including Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Western Canada. At GMI, I focused on managing existing customer relationships while fostering the adoption of GMI’s global market intelligence solutions at both market research firms and Global 2000 companies.

I have also served as senior account executive in charge of the development of information technology events and conferences for Centric Events in Portland, Oregon. Prior to Centric, I worked as market training manager for CompUSA Computer Training, where I secured over $8.5 million in contracts with my sales team. I bring a background of sales and technology leadership to GCR, having held positions in event management, knowledge center development, and
technology-based training organizations. I sharpened my leadership
strengths during military service in the United States Marine Corps.

I hold an Associate of Arts degree in Military Studies as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and an MBA from George Fox University.

I am happily married with my wife Stacey, and two daughters and son.
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Practical Applications of Mobile Qualitative Research

The 21st Century has ushered in the mobile revolution. The use of mobile devices, such as smartphones and other internet-enabled mobile phones has increased rapidly in the past years, and as such, mobile internet usage has become a commodity. These devices are everywhere and can reach previously unreachable target…See More
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Why Professionals are Needed When it Comes to Transcription of Marketing Research

In this day and age where information and technology are keys to success, many have learned to appreciate the value of transcribing data for marketing research. Transcription in the research industry plays an integral role in the accurate processing the data. In order for the resulting data to be useful,…See More
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Civicom Exhibits at the 2012 Worldwide Conference on Qualitative Research in Rome

Greenwich, CT USA, April 24, 2011. Marketing Research Services Global Leader Civicom will exhibit at The 2012 Worldwide Conference on Qualitative Research in Rome, Italy on April 25th – 27th to show their support to the Association for Qualitative Research (AQR) and the Qualitative Research Consultants Association…See More
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Survey Respondents Are People: Let’s Start Treating Them That Way

by Ben Leet, Sales Director, uSamp I recently attended the MRS annual conference in London, and as usual it was an inspiring and thought provoking event. Of the papers or presentations that I was lucky enough to watch, very few were based on self-promotion and…See More
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Civicom Sponsors and will Speak in the MRMW Event in Amsterdam

Greenwich, CT USA, April 18, 2011. Marketing Research Services Global Leader Civicom will sponsor, speak and exhibit at the Market Research in the Mobile World in Amsterdam April 18th – 19th to show their support to the marketing research industry in embracing the emergence of more sophisticated and advanced mobile…See More
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Toluna Mentioned in Bloomberg Report as Key Source for Apple TV Trend

Demand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research ReportDemand for an Apple TV Set Threatens to Seriously Disrupt Established Players Says a new Research Report PR Newswire LONDON, April 17, 2012 LONDON, April 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- - "Can Apple do to the TV market what it did to mobile?" KAE and Toluna says an Apple TV set has the potential to be a huge hit with consumers KAE a leading strategic marketing and…See More
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Why Companies Conduct Online Focus Groups

Regardless of what industry you are in, marketing research plays a significant role in the success of a company. Many big and small companies are now open to investing in a good marketing research company to assist them in gaining the information they need to please their consumer. If you select a marketing research…See More
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Mobile Research and Its Advantages

More often than not when companies think of marketing research, immediately images of old-fashioned and boring surveys pop into their head. However, in this day and age there are a ton of research services that can collect data and give you a glimpse of shopper insights in a more advanced and convenient manner. If there is…See More
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