Insights from Elsewhere

Insights from Elsewhere
Podcast Description
“Insights from Elsewhere,” is a podcast by Insight Platforms.Hosted by Cynthia Portugal, it digs into the world of research and insights beyond the big markets of North America and Western Europe.There’s a world of innovation in LatAm, Africa, Asia and elsewhere. This podcast brings it the attention it deserves.Tune in to learn about creative ways research and insights professionals are doing research; smart approaches to technology and AI; and clever ways to influence the people back at global HQ.
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The podcast explores themes such as innovative market research techniques, the integration of technology and AI in insights, and the unique challenges of understanding consumer behavior in emerging markets, with episodes featuring discussions on tools for multilingual research and the use of AI to analyze consumer data.

“Insights from Elsewhere,” is a podcast by Insight Platforms.
Hosted by Cynthia Portugal, it digs into the world of research and insights beyond the big markets of North America and Western Europe.
There’s a world of innovation in LatAm, Africa, Asia and elsewhere. This podcast brings it the attention it deserves.
Tune in to learn about creative ways research and insights professionals are doing research; smart approaches to technology and AI; and clever ways to influence the people back at global HQ.
On this episode of the Insights From Elsewhere Podcast, we dive deep into the world of market research in Central America. Host Cynthia Portugal is joined by Stephanie Vincent, an executive vice president at Harmon Research Group and a 2025 Greenbook Future List Honoree.
Stephanie, based in Costa Rica, shares her journey in insights, from her early roles at companies like BAT, Philip Morris, and Mondelez to her current work. She offers an insider's look into the unique challenges and opportunities of conducting research in the region, including the evolving role of AI and other technologies.
You'll also hear powerful stories about cultural misunderstandings between international headquarters and local marketers—and how these missteps can cause companies to miss out on key opportunities.

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