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EPISODE · Jul 10, 2025 · 24 MIN

Parallel Tracks: Why Brands and Agencies See Insights Differently with Steve Quirk, Quirk’s Media

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Is there a disconnect between research suppliers and clients in today's market research landscape? In this episode of MRII's Insights and Innovators podcast, Jon Last, President of Sports and Leisure Research Group, interviews Steve Quirk, President of Quirk’s Media. They discuss the challenges brands face with the proliferation of research platforms, the importance of articulating a clear value proposition, and the impact of private equity on the industry. Learn about the skills future market researchers will need and the potential for AI and other technologies to reshape the field. Click subscribe to never miss an episode and visit us at mrii.org for more market research insights. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:26 Meet the Guest: Steve Quirk01:36 The Disconnect Between Buyers and Sellers of Insights04:58 Challenges in the Market Research Industry06:16 Impact of Private Equity on Market Research09:00 The Role of ResTech and AI in Market Research16:44 The Future of Market Research Skills18:59 Predictions for the Next Decade in Market Research22:55 Conclusion and Farewell

Is there a disconnect between research suppliers and clients in today's market research landscape? In this episode of MRII's Insights and Innovators podcast, Jon Last, President of Sports and Leisure Research Group, interviews Steve Quirk, President of Quirk’s Media. They discuss the challenges brands face with the proliferation of research platforms, the importance of articulating a clear value proposition, and the impact of private equity on the industry. Learn about the skills future market researchers will need and the potential for AI and other technologies to reshape the field. Click subscribe to never miss an episode and visit us at mrii.org for more market research insights. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:26 Meet the Guest: Steve Quirk 01:36 The Disconnect Between Buyers and Sellers of Insights 04:58 Challenges in the Market Research Industry 06:16 Impact of Private Equity on Market Research 09:00 The Role of ResTech and AI in Market Research 16:44 The Future of Market Research Skills 18:59 Predictions for the Next Decade in Market Research 22:55 Conclusion and Farewell

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