Unlocking Insights: The Mintel and Black Swan Collaboration

In this episode, António Almeida discusses the merger between Mintel and Black Swan Data with Matthew Nelson and Hugo. They explore the implications of predictive intelligence in market research, the challenges of integrating two companies, and the future of innovation in the CPG sector. The conversation highlights the importance of cultural fit, the role of AI in democratizing insights, and the need for research teams to prove their value in a competitive landscape.Chapters00:00The Genesis of Collaboration00:21Introduction to Predictive Intelligence and Mergers16:17Insights from Industry LeadersSend us Fan Mail-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Talking Insights is a Research World and Esomar production. Hosted by Antonio AlmeidaMusic by FreeMusicForVideo from PixabayGraphics by Brandon Heim-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you’d like to be featured in a future episode or share your story, send us an email at podcast@esomar.org.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Esomar on Youtube - http://bit.ly/2Vk6j6a• Follow us on LinkedIn - http://bit.ly/2DrifcgEsomar 2025