Wire hosts in-person events in 40+ cities globally, partners with the leading industry conference organizations for annual networking events and dinners, and collaborates with corporate teams to develop free educational webinar content throughout the year.
Our events are free to attend thanks to sponsorship from forward-thinking companies and leaders.

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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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Tee up your IIEX NA experience with Wire! Join us at The Puttery in Washington D.C. for an unforgettable evening of mini golf, meaningful connections, and good company before the conference gets underway.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just there for the vibes, this is the perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow IIEX attendees in a fun, relaxed setting. Swing into the new connections, friendly competition, and community that Wire is known for!
A BIG thank you to Greenbook for once again partnering with us on this event and to Outset.ai for supporting this event!
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We're BACK for another celebratory kickoff to the Quirk's Chicago conference!
Join us at the iconic Gibsons Rosemont for drinks, networking, and light snacks as we take time to connect before the event schedule begins. Whether you're a Chicago local or in town for the conference, this is an unmissable opportunity to meet fellow data, research, and insights industry colleagues!
A BIG thank you to our sponsors, Curion, QuestionPro, and Strella, for supporting this event, and to the Quirk's Media team for making it all possible!
Still need to register for the conference? Head over to the Quirk's Chicago site and use code Wire15 for a discount at registration.
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Join Women in Research for a Pre-Show Party at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, located along the shores of Lake Oconee, Georgia. Connect with fellow researchers, industry leaders, and innovators during this relaxed happy hour from 5-7 PM as we launch SampleCon.
Whether you're reuniting with colleagues or making new connections, enjoy craft cocktails, light bites, and meaningful conversations. This is the perfect opportunity to unwind, network, and set the tone for an inspiring conference ahead.
Special thanks to our event sponsor, Tillo, for making this event possible.
Tillo is a global digital gift card, rewards, and incentives platform that helps businesses attract, engage, and retain customers by seamlessly connecting them to thousands of brands through scalable, secure technology.
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Join Women in Research for a Pre-Show Party at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, located along the shores of Lake Oconee, Georgia. Connect with fellow researchers, industry leaders, and innovators during this relaxed happy hour from 5-7 PM as we launch SampleCon.
Whether you're reuniting with colleagues or making new connections, enjoy craft cocktails, light bites, and meaningful conversations. This is the perfect opportunity to unwind, network, and set the tone for an inspiring conference ahead.
Special thanks to our event sponsor, Tillo, for making this event possible.
Tillo is a global digital gift card, rewards, and incentives platform that helps businesses attract, engage, and retain customers by seamlessly connecting them to thousands of brands through scalable, secure technology.
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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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"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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With a new year on the horizon, our next gathering will be focused on “Wire in ‘25” a virtual and interactive discussion designed to set our path for the year. Paula Rosecky, a leading research facilitator in the Seattle Community will lead us in discussion.
Join us for an exciting and empowering way to start 2025 shape the path of our chapter! Our discussion will include interactive brainstorming activities, facilitated decision-making, and break-out rooms for connection.
Join Wire NYC Lead Dana DiGregorio as she hosts a panel of change-makers and experts in discussing how to resource for challenge and change. With uncertainty becoming the new certainty, it is more important than ever to find resilience and build your personal capacity to weather changes and challenges that are often unforeseen. We will be hosting an intimate discussion featuring three panelists from different backgrounds: Linh Phillips, NA Senior Manager, Consumer & Marketplace Insights: Front End Innovation, Nestle’ Coffee, Aarti Desai, RVP Financial Services, NewtonX, and Johanna Guerin, Owner and Leadership Development Coach, Fit For The Future. Register now to receive your Zoom link to attend; you do not have to be in the New York area to join us — all are welcome for this virtual event!
A BIG thank you to NewtonX for supporting the NYC chapter and making this event possible!
Join the Wire Los Angeles community as we explore original research that dives into how members of this generation are using technology and social media platforms, how they are managing and making decisions surrounding their finances, and some of their most pressing mental health concerns. By taking a holistic look at the latest data, our speakers will help to build a 360-degree view of this complex generation, helping marketers, researchers and brands to gain a deeper understanding of their motivations, behaviors and unique needs. Stick around for networking, Q+A, and more!
A BIG thank you to Alter Agents and Veridata Insights for supporting this event — we couldn't do it without you!
Join Wire Boston for a fun, virtual lunch hour panel and networking this November! We'll hear from a panel of strong, female leaders in the market research industry, who have experienced success in the more traditional insights landscape before helping to drive and transform the industry to where it is in today's modern world. They will cover the challenges and positives faced during the transformation, as well as keys to success for not only staying relevant in a changing world, but driving meaningful change. A big thank you to DISQO for supporting this event!
The only thing we know for sure is that the future is uncertain. So many of us are now reassessing our life, our priorities, dreams and values. But what do we need to do to prepare ourselves to ensure we are Future Fit?
In this session Andrea will share her amazing life story which has seen her transform herself multiple times. She will also make some predictions about what to expect moving forward and how we can build our talent to ensure we have the talent to be relevant. Do you have what it takes?
Webinar sponsors select content relevant to the Wire community, collaborating with the team to hone in on the topics Women in Research want to hear about today.
You’ll have your brand—and your innovative webinar topic—shared across Wire platforms, hitting over 23,000 inboxes globally. You’ll also have your session marketed on our social channels and archived on the site for a lasting lead-generator for years to come.
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Reach out to the Wire team to discuss webinar opportunities in the coming months.
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Discount code: ESOMAR2026_WIRE_15
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.
Discount Code: WIR30
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.
Discount Code: WIR30
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.
Discount Code: WRE30
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.
Discount Code: WIR30
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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Email tiana@womeninresearch.com for more information on discounts
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.
Discount Code: Wire15
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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