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Industry Focus
Qualitative Research for Political Campaigns in an Era of Hyper-Partisanship
Qualitative research in U.S. politics faces unique challenges in an era of hyper-partisanship. Experts Dave Metz and Lori Weigel explore how polarization impacts voter engagement, recruitment, and honest dialogue—and share strategies researchers can use to navigate bias, build trust, and uncover authentic insights that inform effective campaign messaging. […]
From the President
From The President – Fall 2025
By Jeff Hecker QRCA President | QRCA Principal, Athena Brand Wisdom Toronto, Ontario, Canada | jeff.hecker@athenabrand.com […]
Global
From Generalist to Specialist Researcher: My Journey and the Surprising Influence of Marketing That Missed the Mark
Susan Bell repositioned her Sydney-based research agency as a specialist agency focusing on retiree insights, abandoning her years as a generalist researcher. Susan shares the story of how she settled on the retiree market and the challenges of becoming a specialist. […]