Susan Sweet Related Seminars and Products

President

Sweet Insight Group

A passionate qualitative researcher focused on uncovering and illuminating insights, Susan aims to make the research process fun for both clients and participants. For the past 25 years she has incorporated both innovative and tested research methods, continually working to keep research as real-world as possible while using a mix of in-person and tech-based tools. Susan is a leader in both the QRCA and AQR, working toward global collaboration in the marketing research industry. She has presented at local, national and international conferences, guest lectures at universities, and serves as a mentor through WIRe (Women in Research). Susan loves hiking with her dog, traveling with her husband and sons, and volunteering near her home in Boulder, Colorado.

Jo Ann Hairston Related Seminars and Products

RIVA Market Research & Training Inst

The work Jo Ann does for RIVA is diverse. She works in both the Research and the Training division, shifting hats with ease. As a researcher she is – assigned to focus group projects that range from medical issues to health and beauty aids and from politics to new products. After leading more than 3,200 groups, and earning the title Master Moderator, Jo Ann helps clients access POBAs [Perceptions, Opinions, Beliefs and Attitudes] from respondents that range from homemakers to the homeless and from ages 7 to 97.

As a Co-Founder of the RIVA Training Institute she serves as a Master Trainer and developer of the framework and curriculum for both standard courses and custom courses designed to meet the needs of clients in a variety of industries. She is a credentialed Master Coach for Qualitative Researchers, as well as, individuals transitioning from one career to another.