Total Credits: 3 Advance Credits
Join the QRCA Philadelphia Chapter for an engaging and insightful in-person event dedicated to empowering research professionals with practical strategies to build, strengthen, and sustain their businesses—even amid uncertainty.
Our four expert speakers will share approaches for maintaining momentum and seizing new opportunities in today’s complex business landscape. The program will highlight actionable techniques for reaching out to potential clients, expanding your network, and staying top-of-mind with those who already trust and value your services.
Walk away with innovative ideas and practical tools you can implement right away to help your business thrive. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives, share experiences, and position yourself for success.
Agenda:
10:00-10:15am: Arrival and Networking
10:15-10:20am: Welcome and Announcements
10:20-11:10am: Karen Seymour
11:10-11:50am: Brittany Stalsburg
11:50-12:35pm: Lunch
12:35-1:30: Doug Keith
1:30-2:00pm: Tom Rich
Doug Keith has 30+ years of experience in the research industry, doing both quantitative and qualitative work. Doug trained as a focus group moderator at the Burke Research Institute in Cincinnati, OH, and has conducted research for a variety of clients across industries, including CPG, food and beverage (alcohol and non-alcohol), retail, IT, telecom, broadcast and cable, and healthcare (pharmaceutical, medical device, hospital, health insurance). Doug has led qualitative research in all styles: in-depth interviews, ethnographies, dyads, small and large focus groups, online bulletin boards, and auditorium testing.
Doug has been a panelist and speaker at several conferences. He completed a degree in Journalism at the University of South Carolina and obtained his MA in mass media and communication from Temple University. He is currently a member of Insights Association and QRCA, serving as the co-chair of the speaker committee for the 2025 US conference, and is co-founder of the Insights Career Network, a networking group for job seekers and allies in the insights industry.