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Between the gender pay gap, retirement gap and the motherhood penalty, financial independence can feel out of reach for women in Australia - but it doesn’t have to be.
In this keynote, financial educator Lacey Filipich will share:
Lacey will include an inspirational case study for anyone who’s ever wondered ‘Am I too late to fix my finances?"
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In this session, we’ll explore how storytelling moves beyond communication to become a strategic career skill – one that shapes visibility, builds trust, and drives impact. Because in a world where technical skills are increasingly standardised, it’s not just what you know – but how powerfully you make it land.
Join us for an evening with sought-after speakers Anna Ong (Founder of What’s Your Story Huh?) and Shilpa S Nath (Founder of Women in AI (for good) and What The Fail) as they talk about the power of storytelling to help us:
• Turn everyday work into compelling narratives that influence decisions
• Reframe challenges, ambiguity, and failure into stories of growth and impact
• Use storytelling as a tool for reinvention, resilience, and career momentum
Big thanks to IPSOS, Toluna, and Bolt Insight, for making this event possible.
Come ready to own your story – and make it land!
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Join the Central Atlantic Chapter of the Insights Association and Wire Philadelphia for an evening of connection, conversation, and community.
This joint event brings together insights professionals from across the region for a dynamic night of roundtable discussions and open dialogue on the topics shaping our industry. Designed to encourage real conversation—not presentations—each table will offer space to exchange ideas, share challenges, and learn from one another’s experiences.
The evening will also include dedicated networking time to reconnect with familiar faces and build new relationships within the Philadelphia insights community.
Come ready to engage, contribute, and leave with fresh perspectives and meaningful connections.
Thank you to our sponsors, Focus Forward, NAXION, and TestSet, for making this event possible!
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You're invited to the WIRe Raleigh-Durham Spring Social!
Mother’s Day reminds us of the many ways women support others. Join us for an evening that creates an intentional space for women to celebrate those we mentor and those who guide and shape our journeys.
A special thank you to our sponsors, Courageous Insights, Data Decisions Group, The Link Group, and W5, for making this event possible!
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Join us for an evening of exploration of the Charlotte Region! We'll be visiting a new area, Fort Mill, SC, discussing new career paths in Research and Insights, and sharing new giving back opportunities for you to grow your skills and network.
Thank you to our event sponsor, CivicScience, for making this event possible!
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Join Wire for our annual luncheon at Esomar Congress, this year taking place in Valencia, Spain!
This is one of our largest and most well-attended global events, bringing together the insights community for a celebration of connection and community during Congress week.
Valencia sets the stage for something special this year. Beyond the historic charm and modern architecture that define the city, Valencia holds a special place as the true birthplace of paella, and we can't think of a better setting to gather, share a meal, and reconnect with friends and colleagues from across the industry.
A big thank you to our sponsors, Forsta, FUEL + Focus Room, G3 Translate, and Harmon Research, and to our conference partners at Esomar for making this event possible!
Still need your Esomar Congress ticket? Use code ESOMAR2026_WIRE_15 for a discount at checkout: events.esomar.org/congress-2026-registration
Career Metamorphosis — The Power of Personal Reinvention
This year's Congress theme, Metamorphosis, is being explored through the transformation of research, methodology, and AI. At our Wire Luncheon, we turn that lens inward. Join us for a candid fireside conversation with women who've pivoted their careers not once, but as an ongoing practice. They'll share the moments that inspired career change, what nearly didn't work, and how community — not solo grit — made the difference.
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We're back for another fun, networking luncheon during QRCA's Annual Conference! We'll meet at nearby eatery The County Line's Bungalow Room for a fun networking luncheon, food provided, as well as updates from the Women in Research team. Space for this event is limited; register ASAP to secure your space at the event. A BIG thank you to QRCA for partnering with us for the event and to Murray Hill National for making this special event possible!
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Kick off the ESOMAR NA conference in true DC style! Join Women in Research and Outset.ai for Capital Connections: A Wire Bus Tour — a rolling networking event through Washington, D.C. Celebrate Election Day with good company, iconic views, and a few surprise stops along the way. The fun starts at the conference hotel (Hampton Inn Downtown-Convention Center) at 3 PM where you will hop on the bus, and wraps up with drinks and conversation at a lively local bar nearby. A big thank you to Outset.AI for making this event possible!
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Join Women in Research (Wire) for another empowering Women in Research luncheon at ESOMAR Congress, this year taking place in Prague! We're returning once again for our annual luncheon, one of our largest and most well-attended global events of the year. We'll update this page with additional information as we come closer to the event. Registration for this event is currently sold out; join the waitlist to receive notifications once we have open space in the event. A BIG thank you to our sponsors PureSpectrum, dtect, Fuel + The Focus Room, Harmon Research, and Tango — and to our conference partners at ESOMAR — for making this event possible!
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We're BACK for another fun and exciting Happy Hour to celebrate the global Quirk's New York conference comuunity! Whether you're a New York local or in town for the event, this is an unmissable opportunity to meet fellow data, research, and insights industry colleagues and to forge new connections. Meet, mingle, and reconnect just blocks from Javits Center as well as all conference block hotels. This free event will sell out very, very quickly. Register ASAP!
A BIG thank you to our Corporate Donor host Quest Mindshare, to our event sponsors Outset.ai, Delineate, New York Life Insurance, OvationMR and Symmetric, and to our conference partner Quirks Media for making this event possible!
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Be part of an unforgettable experience where insights are recentered around humans. Our day begins on a docked yacht in the old port of Cannes with a casual breakfast and intimate opportunity to network and connect with peers. You'll love this opportunity to take a break from the madness with each other and industry leaders.
Then it's time to unwind and connect during our “Treat Yourself” Lunch, where you’ll enjoy gourmet bites and an opportunity to take a break from the madness with each other and industry leaders.
In the afternoon, we turn up the thought leadership. First, the "Emotional Attention in Insights" panel brings together heavyweights from the entertainment world to explore how emotional resonance is transforming the way we understand audiences. Next, we spotlight creators and platforms with top minds from Snap, TikTok, and more.
Finally, wind down with some harbor cruising and conversation during our Coastal Cruise & Wire Panel: Humans in Research, where we'll navigate the evolving role of human insight in a tech-driven world. Stay tuned for a stellar speaker lineup, moderated by Danielle Chinitz of Opinion Route.
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Space is limited. Make sure to sign up here for the sessions you would like to join. We’ll email you with confirmation of your registration.
11:00 - 2:00 PM Casual Breakfast, Treat Yourself Experiences, and Networking
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Panel: Emotional Attention in Insights: Using Neuroscience to Illuminate Audience Attachment and Connection in Entertainment
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Panel: Creator Content Across Platforms: Hear from leading minds across social platforms about how creators are connecting with audiences in new ways
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Coastal Cruise with Appetizers, Wine & Wire Panel: Recentering Humans in Research in the Dawn of AI
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"Strength in numbers" takes on new meaning in today's AI-driven market research landscape. As tech reshapes the industry, organizations that understand the power of aggregated data, collaborative teams, and industry momentum will lead the way — especially women, who are both more hesitant to adopt AI and whose roles are three times more likely to be automated by it.
This year’s Wire Annual Webinar series, sponsored by FUEL + The Focus Room, attempts to communicate a cohesive message: success belongs to those who recognize that bigger thinking creates better results. For women in data, insights, and research, your strength isn't in standing alone; it's in being part of a growing community where your voice, expertise, and leadership are essential to reshaping the industry. Register for one session and we'll automatically register you for the whole series!
August Session: “Strength in Numbers: Women, AI, and the Competitive Edge” — Celebrated on Women's Equality Day, this panel brings together women at the forefront of AI adaption in research, data, and insights to explore what competitive advantage looks like in a rapidly evolving industry — and how contributing to that evolution is itself a strategy.
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AI is transforming how research gets done, and synthetic data is emerging as one of the field's most exciting - and debated - developments. Join Wire and Sago for a thought-provoking conversation with Melanie Courtright, Chief Strategy Officer, as we explore the opportunities, challenges, and practical realities of synthetic data in research. Through real-world experiences and honest discussion, we'll examine where synthetic data can create value, how organizations are approaching adoption, and what it means for the future role of researchers. Whether you're exploring synthetic data for the first time or looking to sharpen your perspective, this session will leave you better equipped to navigate what's next.
Melanie Courtright is an accomplished leader and strategist with 30 years of experience shaping the future of the insights and analytics industry. As Chief Strategy Officer at Sago, she leads enterprise-wide strategic initiatives focused on growth, innovation, and the advancement of research excellence.
Before joining Sago, Melanie served as Chief Executive Officer of the Insights Association, where she guided the U.S. insights and analytics community through a period of significant transformation—strengthening quality standards, championing data ethics, and advocating for the responsible use of emerging technologies.
Throughout her career, Melanie has been a trusted voice on topics including data integrity, methodological rigor, and the evolving relationship between technology and human understanding. She remains dedicated to ensuring that insights continue to empower organizations to make smarter, more ethical, and impactful decisions.
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"Strength in numbers" takes on new meaning in today's AI-driven market research landscape. As tech reshapes the industry, organizations that understand the power of aggregated data, collaborative teams, and industry momentum will lead the way — especially women, who are both more hesitant to adopt AI and whose roles are three times more likely to be automated by it.
This year’s Wire Annual Webinar series, sponsored by FUEL + The Focus Room, attempts to communicate a cohesive message: success belongs to those who recognize that bigger thinking creates better results. For women in data, insights, and research, your strength isn't in standing alone; it's in being part of a growing community where your voice, expertise, and leadership are essential to reshaping the industry. Register for one session and we'll automatically register you for the whole series!
July Session: “Safety in Numbers: Building Stronger Teams & Workflows”— Discover how organizations are combining human expertise with AI capabilities to create more resilient, capable research teams. See how collaborative workflows and shared methodologies amplify individual strengths and reduce blind spots.
Heather Fawson is Sr. Director, Sales Enablement at PureSpectrum, where she leads enablement for the company's global sales team. With 15 years of experience across enablement, sales, account management, and client development, she brings a rare mix of relationship instinct and technical depth, partnering closely with sales to turn industry and technical knowledge into practical solutions for the researchers and insights professionals PureSpectrum serves. Heather is driven by helping her team show up with the confidence and clarity PureSpectrum brings to the market research industry.
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Todd Myers is a 20-year industry executive with experience leading business and operational teams from prominent firms in the industry like Nielsen, Kantar, Harris Interactive, and Confirmit. His deep understanding of market research and extensive experience at leveraging technology help drive the continued growth of PureSpectrum. Todd holds a Bachelor of Arts Political Sciences from Moravian College and an MBA in Management from the Temple University Executive Program.
Cecilia Engelking is Vice President of Client Development at PureSpectrum, where she leads a team focused on research automation and programmatic sampling for clients. Over her 10+ years in the industry, Cecilia has built her career on strong client relationships, exceptional service, and technical knowledge. She now channels that same energy into growing and mentoring her team. She's passionate about helping clients get the most value out of programmatic sample for their research needs/systems.
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AI is getting faster, cheaper, and more capable by the month. But better AI doesn't make human researchers redundant — it makes the distinctly human qualities they bring more valuable, not less. The researchers who will thrive are those who understand how to use AI as an accelerant while bringing something to the work that no model can replicate: judgment, interpretation, and the intelligence that comes from genuinely understanding people.
This webinar explores what that actually looks like in practice. We'll dig into why human-centered skills — the ability to read a room, ask the right question at the right moment, build trust with respondents and clients, and make sense of data in context — sit at the heart of research quality, and why they remain the hardest thing to automate.
Drawing on audience polling, we'll hear directly from researchers about how these skills shape their work, whether they're valued as highly as technical or analytical capabilities in their organizations, and what gets in the way of them being recognized as genuine strategic assets. From organizational culture and the absence of ROI metrics, to imposter syndrome and shifting client expectations, we'll map the real barriers, and start to dismantle them.
We'll close by exploring what it would take to change the conversation: the frameworks, the language, the role models, and the evidence researchers need to advocate confidently for the human layer in an AI-driven environment.
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"Strength in numbers" takes on new meaning in today's AI-driven market research landscape. As tech reshapes the industry, organizations that understand the power of aggregated data, collaborative teams, and industry momentum will lead the way — especially women, who are both more hesitant to adopt AI and whose roles are three times more likely to be automated by it.
This year’s Wire Annual Webinar series, sponsored by FUEL + The Focus Room, attempts to communicate a cohesive message: success belongs to those who recognize that bigger thinking creates better results. For women in data, insights, and research, your strength isn't in standing alone; it's in being part of a growing community where your voice, expertise, and leadership are essential to reshaping the industry. Register for one session and we'll automatically register you for the whole series!
June Session: "The Intelligence Advantage: AI, Data, and the Brand Imperative"
AI is rewriting the rules of brand-building — from how decisions get made to how creative comes to life. But what does that actually look like inside one of the world's most recognized brands?
Join us for a candid conversation with Lydia Armstrong of PepsiCo's Consumer AI Acceleration team, where we'll move past the hype and into the real work: the tools teams are betting on, the cross-functional ways of working that make speed possible, and the organizational shifts behind smarter, faster decisions. Lydia partners with marketing leaders around the globe to advance how brands are built and creative is developed — and she'll share what it takes to turn AI from a buzzword into a genuine competitive edge.
Whether you're leading a team, shaping strategy, or just trying to separate signal from noise, you'll leave with a clearer picture of where data and AI are taking the brands of tomorrow.
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Market research has never been more accessible or more intelligent. Join us for an exclusive webinar where we'll unveil the latest AI-powered innovations inside Pollfish, our DIY survey platform designed to put the power of professional-grade research in everyone's hands.
Whether you're a seasoned insights professional or someone just getting started with market research, the pressure to gather faster and more actionable data continues to grow. In this session, we'll walk you through four new AI features that are changing the way research gets done, from survey creation all the way through to final reporting.
We'll demonstrate how the Pollfish AI Survey Designer can take your research objectives and instantly draft and program a complete, ready-to-launch survey, eliminating hours of manual setup. You'll also see how our Conversational AI question type goes beyond traditional open-ends by using intelligent probing to follow up with respondents in real time, surfacing the kind of rich, nuanced insights that standard surveys often miss.
From there, we'll show how AI-generated executive reports automatically distill your data into clear, compelling narratives with key findings already highlighted, so you spend less time in the weeds and more time making decisions. And finally, we'll introduce the AI Chat with Your Data feature inside Insights Builder, our data visualization platform, where you can ask a question in plain language and get the answers you need without needing any technical expertise or data background.
This webinar is for marketers, brand managers, product teams, and business leaders who want to make smarter decisions without the complexity that has traditionally come with market research. Come see what Pollfish can do.
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Women research professionals face a real gap: they're adopting AI slower while their roles face 3x higher replacement risk. But here's the plot twist — that gap is actually an opportunity.
Join the Cint team as they flip the script on AI anxiety. They’ll dive into real data from their AI Workplace Evolution research to show you exactly what's holding talented professionals back from AI adoption — and more importantly, how to move past it. Expect honest insights into the ethical questions keeping researchers up at night, plus concrete tactics to shift from "Will AI replace me?" to "How do I lead with it?"
They’ll also shine a spotlight on entry-level roles: what's actually changing, where new opportunities are emerging, and how to position yourself (or your team) ahead of the curve. Because AI isn't just a threat to manage — it's a competitive advantage waiting to be claimed.
Walk away with a proactive playbook for both your career and your organization. The future of work isn't about adapting to AI. It's about you leading it.
- From Skeptic to Ally
Real sentiment data on how US and UK professionals are moving from "Will it replace me?" to Ai-driven career empowerment — and what actually builds that trust.
- An Evolving Industry
How researchers and insights professionals are actually using AI today: what's working, what isn’t, and how AI-empowered teams are already pulling ahead.
- The Entry-Level Reset: Same Title, Different Skill Set
Is AI replacing early-stage career research professionals? We’ll explore what the “new” entry-level looks like, the AI literacy that's now table stakes, and the human skills that suddenly matter even more.
- How Top-Down AI Confidence Becomes Bottom-Up Competitive Edge
When leaders model AI adoption over replacement, anxiety transforms into momentum — and your organization gains the edge.
Session Speakers:
Bee Meuwissen | Group Chief Human Resources Director, Cint
Bregje has over 20 years of experience working in senior HR positions and brings a wealth of knowledge from global travel-tech, health-tech and networking & security companies in the Netherlands, Spain and the United Arab Emirates. Bregje also has significant experience with US organizations and in US-related HR matters. She has played pivotal roles in HR transformation and has championed strategic initiatives in business direction, organizational redesign, and digital transformation. Most recently, Bregje was the Vice-Chief People Officer at DocPlanner, the world’s biggest healthcare platform that creates digital apps and software solutions that maps patient journeys through the healthcare ecosystem for medical professionals and institutions. Bregje has a Bachelor of Human Resources Management from Fontys University of Applied Sciences, in the Netherlands.
Michelle Darcy Clarke | Chief Experience Officer, Cint
Michelle is a seasoned leader with 20+ years-experience in market research, res-tech and customer success for software-related industries. She is focused on overseeing and integrating Cint’s customer-facing delivery functions, including Customer Success, Services, Support and API integrations. Prior to Cint’s acquisition of Lucid, she was Lucid’s Vice President for Customer Success and Product Specialists. She is passionate about retaining and cultivating customers and developing high-performance teams. Michelle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Communications from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.
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CDAO Defense & Security 2026 is the premier event for senior data and analytics leaders across the U.S defense, intelligence, and national security agencies.
Join us for a transformative experience where industry experts will explore the latest strategies in data-driven decision-making, AI implementation, and data governance. This year’s event will focus on overcoming the unique challenges of the defense and security sectors, including enhancing mission readiness, strengthening cybersecurity, and ensuring the ethical and secure use of AI in national security operations.
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Returning for its 14th year, CDAO Government 2026 is the premier event for senior data and analytics leaders across U.S. government agencies.
Join us for a transformative experience where industry experts will explore the latest strategies in data-driven decision-making, AI implementation, and data governance. This year’s event will focus on overcoming the unique challenges of the public sector, such as enhancing transparency, improving citizen services, and ensuring data security and ethical use of information in government operations.
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Join one of the East Coast's most senior cross-industry gatherings for enterprise data and AI leaders.
CDAO Washington, D.C. brings together a high-level community of CDAOs, CAIOs, CIOs, Heads of Data from organisations including Citi, Philips, and Pfizer, for candid, peer-led discussion and new interactive formats designed to surface practical insight.
From AI governance and data quality to operating models, decision rights, talent shifts, accountability, and execution, this is where enterprise leaders come to exchange what is working, what is not, and what needs to change.
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CISO New York brings together senior cybersecurity leaders for a day of peer-led discussion, practical insight, and real-world strategies shaping the future of enterprise security.
Taking place in September, the event focuses on the most pressing challenges facing today’s CISOs, including AI-driven threats, cloud and multi-cloud security, identity and access management, GRC, and the growing need to align cybersecurity with business and board-level priorities.
Designed for security decision-makers across enterprise organizations, the agenda features interactive sessions, case studies, and peer exchange focused on what’s working in practice, not just theory.
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Returning for its ninth year, CDAO Chicago 2026 is the premier event for America’s top data and analytics leaders across industries.
Join us for a transformative experience where experts share strategies for leveraging data to drive decision-making, foster innovation, and unlock business growth. This year’s event also highlights emerging technologies, governance best practices, and the intersection of AI and data ethics shaping the future of organizations everywhere.
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Ai4 2026 is America’s largest AI conference, showcasing actionable AI insights and strategic business applications. The conference connects over 12,000 executives & innovators with more than 1,000 speakers and 400 exhibitors shaping the future of AI. Attendees will take a deep dive into AI Agents, Generative AI, World Models, and industry-specific AI solutions that drive measurable growth and competitive advantage across sectors.
Ai4 is designed for leaders who want proven use cases, not just buzzwords.
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Don’t miss the final in-person Quirk’s Event of 2026
The Quirk’s Event has one more in-person event left this year, Quirk’s Event – New York! Enjoy ample networking opportunities and a fun, collegial atmosphere with fellow researchers July 29- 30. Attendees can also enjoy a selection of informative sessions in one of the six different session rooms. Don’t miss out! Register before it's too late at TheQuirksEvent.com/NewYork2026.
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Parking for the event is available at a nearby parking garage at 323 N. Ada St. The estimated parking rate is $9-10, this is an estimated rate and not a contracted rate by Intellus Worldwide or Xeris.
All registered attendees will need to show identification upon arrival at the event, prior to being allowed up to the 14th floor.
Registration is complimentary for both 2026 members and non-members, to RSVP by July 17th.
QRCA invites you to their third annual Qual Tech Days Virtual Conference, July 21st-23rd.
This year's theme, New Era, Bigger Questions, focuses on how qualitative research and insights are evolving in the AI era. Through presentations, panels, demos, and discussions, attendees will explore emerging tools, practical applications, and the bigger questions shaping the future of research.
Go to https://www.qrca.org/site/2026-qual-tech-days for more information and to register, and use the following discount code: QUALTECH20OFF
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