Schools of Thought

From Qual Insights to Place Branding: How a Small Northern Swedish Town Became a Hotspot for Talent Attraction

In the northern reaches of Sweden, the winter sun barely graces the sky, yet the small city of Skellefteå is attracting new residents by the thousands. With a combination of rural charm, a shift in work-life values, and the rise of green industries, Skellefteå is experiencing a population surge. Once a town struggling with depopulation, it’s now a hub for innovation, thanks to its creative “Sorry Sweden” campaign, driven by qualitative research. This transformation highlights the power of place branding and the growing importance of attracting talent to meet the demands of emerging industries. […]

Podcasts

VIEWS Podcasts: Isaac Rogers

In this episode of Conversations in Depth, host Mike Carlon sits down with Isaac Rogers, the president of Sago, who takes us on a captivating journey through his career, offering a glimpse into the world of qualitative research and the vision behind one of the industry’s leading firms. […]

From the Editor in Chief

From the Editor in Chief – Fall 2024

Our cover story is on the Future of Qualitative Research in our Business Matters column. We thank author Len Ferman for donating his time to conduct a workshop on the future of qualitative research and share the ideas generated. […]

Podcasts

VIEWS Podcasts: David Kalisher

Mike Carlon is joined by David Kalisher of Jolly Road productions. Listen in as we uncover David’s journey from struggling artist to successful filmmaker creating visual experiences for advertising, market research, corporate board rooms, conferences, museums, living rooms, digital content, and more. […]