And it’s a goodbye from…
2021 was a year of change and for some in our industry it was time to move on to doing other things with their lives. Two of our long term members – Phyllis Mitchell and […]
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Guidance about collecting data about sex and gender
There is increasing public discussion about gender identity and fluidity. While only a small proportion of people may have diverse gender experiences, the Research Society has produced this guide as a reminder to researchers to […]
Vale – Timothy James Biddlecombe
I first met Tim in 1997. He was a Principal at The Leading Edge, a pioneering market research consultancy he co-founded in 1990 with Derek Leddie. They were looking to open an office in Melbourne. […]
Vale Tim Biddlecombe
Tim and I started The Leading Edge in 1990. Tim was 31, I, Derek Leddie, was 27. The brand was four boots to big for us but we soon grew into the name. We were […]
Vale Tim Biddlecombe
It is with great sadness that we advise the tragic and untimely passing of our respected colleague, Tim Biddlecombe on Thursday, November 4th, 2021. Tim was a leading light in qualitative research in Australia. He […]
Vale Warwick Hoare
When Warwick Hoare died on June 22, the industry lost a highly respected researcher and one of its major influencers of recent decades. Warwick was at the forefront of the move from research as a […]
Vale Richard Beveridge
It is with much sadness that the Research Society acknowledges the passing of Richard Beveridge, Fellow of The Research Society, and long standing member (since 1964). Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to Robyn, his beloved […]
Researching Trends Masterclass
Did you ever wonder how you can research the future? Trend research is a powerful method to detect change at an early stage using mainly qualitative research techniques. This masterclass, over 3 sessions, will help […]
Inaugural Insight250 celebrates worldwide insight innovators
MEDIA RELEASE: April 21 2020: The inaugural edition of the Insight250 list will be revealed on April 21 and features leaders, innovators, visionaries and pioneers focused on elevating and enhancing market research, enterprise intelligence and […]
The Research Society announces Research Awards 2020
MEDIA RELEASE: 18 May 2020: Exciting opportunities to apply for new research awards have been announced today by Australia’s peak body for research, insights and analytics, The Research Society. The new suite of awards, now […]