It's not about buzzwords, it's all about your business – how you manage it day-to-day and how you grow it long term. That's why the CASRO Annual Conference is so popular each year with senior executives from companies throughout the business intelligence space. Join us for this rare opportunity to discuss critical industry and business management issues and the chance to explore new opportunities.
Always known for providing events of the highest quality – with expert, objective speakers at a premier venue and top-notch food & beverage – this year's edition at the spectacular Mandarin Oriental will not disappoint. Breakfasts, lunch, dinners, book signings, breaks and cocktail receptions are included with your registration and make this an unsurpassed value in the industry.
Don't get lost in the circus atmosphere so common at industry events. At CASRO, you have the opportunity to have candid, quality conversations with decision makers at research agencies and other leading firms in the business intelligence industry.
There will be plenty of networking activities and you won't be sold to from the podium. Each session provides expert advice and valuable perspective from practitioners and business leaders from within the industry and outside it. Among those scheduled to present on this year's program, include:
Each year the CASRO Annual Conference is highly rated by attendees – generally scoring excellent for informational content, networking opportunities, and venue.
As you read through some of the comments made by those in attendance last year, consider joining us in Miami for our 40th Annual Event. We trust you won't be disappointed
The venue, the networking, and the camaraderie were all great.
Topics were really interesting. Speakers were brilliant.
Insightful sessions and great networking opportunities.
Great speakers, very well organized and good networking.
Very informative and I really liked the back-and-forth dialogue.
The quality of the attendees and functions were top notch.
It was nice that each company was only represented by a few people, so that with every new interaction you were able to learn about a new organization.
Excellent organization, and everybody could participate totally, it had a good communication atmosphere.
High quality speakers and the right balance of content and networking.
Appreciated that there was effort to get people into the exhibit hall.
One of the best CASRO conferences I've been to.
Although not every topic was one that applied to me, I appreciated the great variety.
Had a broad and interesting array of topics and speakers.
Great presentations and speakers. Schedule worked well. Hotel was beautiful.
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| Tuesday, October 20 | |||
| 6:30pm – 8pm | Welcome Reception on the Mandarin's private beach – Sponsored by Critical Mix |
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| Wednesday, October 21 | |||
| 7:30 a.m. | – Registration/Breakfast with Exhibitors – Sponsored by DG Solutions | ||
| 8:25 a.m. | – Welcome Tyler McMullen, President, MarketVision Research; Conference Co-Chair Keith Price, Co-CEO, Critical Mix; Conference Co-Chair |
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| 8:45 a.m. | - "Think Big, Act Bigger" – Jeffrey Hayzlett – Sponsored by iTracks Jeffrey Hayzlett, Bloomberg Television |
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| 9:45 a.m. | – Break / Book Signing with Jeffrey Hayzlett – Get your copy of “Think Big, Act Bigger: The Rewards of Being Relentless” | ||
| 10:15 a.m. | – Introductions – Diane Bowers, President, CASRO - Jude Olinger, CEO, The Olinger Group; CASRO Chair, 2015 |
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| 10:20 a.m. | Thriving in an Age of Change – Carine Clark, President & CEO, MaritzCX |
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| 10:50 a.m. | – A Client’s View of the Industry: Blind Spots and Shiny Objects Adam Rothschild, Vice President & Head of Global Marketplace Insights, American Express |
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| 11:15 a.m. | This House declares that the term “marketing research” no longer defines our role in modern business – An Oxford-Style Debate – Simon Chadwick, Managing Partner, Cambiar, session moderator Kristin Luck, Growth Hacking Consultant, Session Proposer Dyna Boen, Chief Operating Officer @ UBMobile, Inc., Session Proposer John Gilfeather, Executive Vice President, Koski Research, Session Opponent Jude Olinger, CEO, The Olinger Group; CASRO Chair, 2015, Session Opponent |
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| 12:05 p.m. | – Lunch – Sponsored by IRB | ||
| 1:20 p.m. | - The Future of Research: New Truths and Paradigms for Our Industry Debra Pruent, Chief Operating Officer, GfK SE; Management Board Member In Charge Of Consumer Experiences Sector |
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| 1:40 p.m. | – Research Across the Globe - panel discussion - Europe: Enrique Domingo, ANEIMO, Spain - Americas: Kara Mitchelmore, MRIA, Canada; Bruno Paro, ABEP, Brazil - Asia Pacific: Winifred Henderson, RANZ, New Zealand; Shinichi Hosokawa, CEO, GMO Research Inc. - Africa: Paul Nnanwobu, NiMRA, Nigeria - Global Perspective: Andrew Cannon, Global Research Business Network (GRBN), Finland |
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| 2:40 p.m. | – – Hyperadoption, Digital Disruption and the Role of Insights in a Big Data World – Sponsored by Full Circle James McQuivey, Vice President, Principal Analyst, Forrester Research; author, Digital Disruption: Unleashing the Next Wave of Innovation |
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| 3:40 p.m. | – Break & Book Signing – Digital Disruption: Unleashing the Next Wave of Innovation | ||
| 4:10 p.m. | – Research in Transformation - The challenges facing small- and mid-sized research firms
Jim Bryson, CEO, 20|20 Research Alex Hunt, President – Americas, BrainJuicer Roseanne Luth, Founder & President, Luth Research Jeffrey Resnick, Managing Partner, Stakeholder Advisory Services, LLC (Moderator) |
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| 5:15 p.m. | – Strategy and Resilience: Overcoming Obstacles and Facing Challenge - Sponsored by Critical Mix Shane Battier, College Basketball Analyst, ESPN; NBA Champion; Philanthropist |
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| 6:15 p.m. | – Adjournment | ||
| 6:15 p.m. | – Cocktail Reception in Exhibit Area – Sponsored by Ascribe | ||
| 7:15 p.m. | – Dinner & Entertainment + Cigar Bar (Poolside) – Sponsored by Research Now | ||
| Thursday, October 22 | |||
| 8:00 a.m. | – Breakfast | ||
| 8:15 a.m. | – Annual Business Meeting/Open Forum (Members Only) | ||
| 9:15 a.m. | Welcome Remarks | ||
| 9:30 a.m. | – Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Service – The Zappos Story Jon Wolske, Culture Evangelist, Zappos Insights |
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| 10:30 a.m. | – Break with Exhibitors – Sponsored by UConn | ||
| 11:00 a.m. | – Executive Round Table Discussion: “Global Data Collection Trends" Chris Fanning, President and Chief Executive Officer, SSI Kurt Knapton, President and Chief Executive Officer, Research Now Frédéric-Charles Petit, Founder, Toluna David Shanker, CEO, The Americas, Lightspeed GMI, Lightspeed All Global Merrill Dubrow, President & CEO, M/A/R/C Research – Moderator |
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| 11:45 a.m. | – The New TCPA: What Market Researchers Need To Know Duane Berlin, Principal, Lev & Berlin, P.C. Abby Devine, Director of Government and Public Affairs, CASRO Peter Milla, Market Research Industry Consultant |
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| 12:15 a.m. | – Optimizing Profit in the Information You Manage – Sponsored by SSI Charles Stryker, Chairman and CEO, Venture Development Center, Inc. |
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| 1:15 p.m. | – Adjournment | ||
| 2:00 p.m. | – Catamaran Tour – (Must purchase separate ticket) - sponsored by M3 | ||
| 7:00 p.m. | – Cocktail Reception – Sponsored by Bernett Research | ||
| 8:00 p.m. | – Dinner in Mandarin Oriental Ballroom (session room) – Sponsored by Ugam - Awards – Sponsored by Morpace & Annik Technology Services |
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| 9:30 – 11 p.m. | – Post-Dinner Reception (on Ballroom Terrace) – Sponsored by SSI | ||
| Friday, October 23 | |||
| 8:00 a.m. | – Breakfast with Exhibitors – Meet the morning’s Keynote speaker David McCandless and get a signed copy of his book. Introduction of David McCandless by Maggie Taylor, Chief Executive Officer, Added Value North America |
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| 9:30 a.m. | – "Knowledge is Beautiful" – Sponsored by Added Value David McCandless, Data Journalist, Information Designer |
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| 10:30 a.m. | – Drain Your Shark Tank: Perspectives On Innovation Innovation can be a key component to business success. This is the story of LRW, and their decision to address the challenge of innovating their business head-on. We’ll find out the lessons learned during their innovation journey and how they proactively changed the company’s direction. Jeff Reynolds, President, LRW |
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| 11:00 a.m. | – Moments of Delight: Delivering Exceptional Service Jane Smith, Director of Learning & Development, Mandarin Oriental |
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| 11:30 a.m. | – Apple ResearchKit: Implications for Market Research Stanley Shaw, Center for Assessment Technology and Continuous Health, Massachusetts General Hospital; Harvard University |
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| 12:00 p.m. | – Closing Remarks / Conference Adjourns | ||
Special Recreational OutingCatamaran Tour
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Hotel Room Discount Ends September 18
Bringing a taste of refined Asian luxury to prestigious Brickell Key, the Mandarin Oriental, Miami is an oasis of calm surrounded by stunning waterfront views. With a subtle and sophisticated décor, private beach, award-winning spa and a choice of celebrated restaurants, this magnificent property is considered by many as the finest hotel in or around the city. Close to popular destinations such as South Beach, Downtown, Wynwood Arts District, Design District and Coconut Grove, the Mandarin Oriental boasts spacious rooms and suites. Balconies overlook the bay and Miami city skyline.
Waterside views and delicious flavors provide the inspiration behind the hotel's dining experience, which includes French and Asian fusion dining at Azul; award-winning Peruvian cuisine at La Mar by Gaston Acurio; classic cocktails and a waterside setting at MO Bar + Lounge; and fresh sushi, tapas and light bites at the open-air Oasis Pool Bar. The luxurious 15,000-square-foot spa features 18 private treatment rooms, fully equipped fitness center, personal trainers and exercise classes, including Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi.
Whether you'd like to golf (many courses are nearby), swim, learn to cook or just relax, there's plenty to make the most of your leisure time.
Mandarin Oriental Miami
500 Brickell Key Drive,
Miami, Florida
W: http://www.mandarinoriental.com/miami
Contact Reservations: 1-305-913-8288
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Hotel Room Discount Ends September 18
May 21-23, 2017
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