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DAN SCHORK

Madison,WI

Summary

Passionate and energetic insights professional, guiding strategic partnerships with clients and providing research design and insight delivery across qualitative, quantitative, social and AI-driven methods. A dedicated team player with a track record of exemplary customer service, who enjoys fostering relationships with colleagues and clients founded on respect, transparency and trust.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President, Client Team Lead

Toluna
11.2021 - Current
  • Fostering overall relationship with new and existing clients, serving as primary ambassador for Toluna's largest and most strategic account in North America.
  • Strategic collaboration with clients, delivering latest developments, capabilities, and insights while aligning Toluna corporate initiatives with evolving needs of top clients.

· Working with clients to identify and apply the right mix of quantitative, qualitative, social and AI-driven approaches to solve business challenges and drive client decision-making, while staying within timing and budget parameters.

· Managing small team of commercial Vice Presidents; Developing strategies and working closely with colleagues to achieve group and individual account-level revenue, profitability and new business development targets.

· Mentoring colleagues and supported culture of collaboration and curiosity, prioritizing timely delivery of high-quality, data-driven insights that advanced client objectives.

Director, Brand Health and Communication Excellence

Ipsos
07.2017 - Current
  • Developing and executing research programs to bring the voice of the consumer into all phases of the communication development process.
  • Ensured clarity and actionability of insights delivered by the team and presented results effectively to stakeholders.
  • Maintained and grew Ipsos’s relationships with clients in creative evaluation and brand tracking initiatives, achieving retention and growth targets.
  • Managed a team of 5-6 client service professionals, supporting their career development through mentorship and guidance.

Director, Client Solutions

ORC International / Engine Group
03.2014 - 07.2017
  • Established relationships with potential clients and grew partnerships with existing clients, including key strategic accounts, while driving revenue growth and profitability.
  • Consulted with clients to identify and address research needs aligned with business questions or objectives.
  • Presented findings to stakeholders using clear reports and visual summaries.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Marketing

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH
01-2001

Skills

  • Particular expertise in Innovation/Product Development, Trends, Brand Health Tracking, Packaging and Creative Development research
  • Qualitative and quantitative methods
  • Qualitative research
  • Quantitative research
  • Client relationship management
  • Client portfolio management
  • Strategic thinker

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of 2024 Unilever CMI Agency Excellence Award
  • Met or exceeded annual sales/revenue targets in 2023 and 2024, Achieved 95% in 2025.
  • Asked to serve as a Mentor for new employees at Toluna, also asked to participate in the interviewing process for new hires.

Timeline

Vice President, Client Team Lead

Toluna
11.2021 - Current

Director, Brand Health and Communication Excellence

Ipsos
07.2017 - Current

Director, Client Solutions

ORC International / Engine Group
03.2014 - 07.2017

Bachelors of Science - Marketing

University of Dayton
DAN SCHORK