We Connect with the Human Side
of Business

We Connect with the Human Side of Business

We are curious about people and the emotions that drive the choices they make. We draw vivid connections between data and behaviour to uncover meaningful insight, grow businesses, brands, and teams.

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SOLUTIONS

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qualitative

Listening to different perspectives —and making sense of what it all means, for your business— is the heart of our qualitative practice. Sharing real voices and individual stories within your organization can do more than answer market research questions... it can inspire.

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research management

We recommend the most relevant research methodologies and lead projects all the way through— like we are part of your team. We help uncover insights that create successful consumer marketing campaigns, product innovations and compelling shopper selling stories.

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intelligence

Sometimes you just need fresh eyes and fresh perspectives. We're here to help! Brief us. Send us your documents. We'll analyze the information, write the recommendation, and build an impactful presentation for you.

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facilitation

We are meeting experts. Truly. Meetings can be productive and enjoyable. We promise. Let us help you make every meeting you lead a worthwhile investment —and an engaging experience— for everyone involved.

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learning

We set people up for success. We are leaders in content development, live in-person learning workshops, individual or group coaching. We can help take your internal development agenda to the next level.

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innovation

We help companies figure out where to play and how to win. From start to launch, we offer creative approaches to solve innovation challenges with new products, new business lines, new positioning, and new claims.

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our vivid thinkers will help you

reveal the big picture

When your business objectives require phenomenal instincts, trusted advisement, and thoughtful solutions to marketing challenges—

Mauer Chiarello
has the answers

When you need the perfect blend of insight driven inspiration, planning precision, and engaging facilitation—

Kerry Owen
has the plan

When you are looking
for creative intuition,
clarity of thought, and
a keen eye for detail—

Sarah Duff
is ready
to dig in

When your project calls for best-in-class rational business thinking, with a specialized blend of logic and empathy—

Graham Matthews
accepts your challenge

When you’re wondering who is holding it all together and keeping us on track, for team success—

jodi bergeron
is the glue

When you need expert advice on methodology, deep consumer insights, and compelling presentations—

kristina dadswell
Brings innovation
to life

We partnered with Vivid Connections to create a structured Innovation Ideation process for our key categories. It’s been a fantastic experience!

Shilapa Khandelwal

Consumer Insight, Strategy & Innovation Manager
Keurig Dr Pepper

Mauer easily and seamlessly integrates into the Insights role for our team... he has become our ‘go-to’ partner and an indispensable resource.

Erica Norton

Senior Director, Consumer Insights
The Hershey Company

The session that Vivid Connections facilitated for us was thoughtful and engaging and well worth the time spent.

Babita Bhattal

Marketing Director
GSK

I love working with Kris! She is more than a trusted research partner. She has become a mentor. Her expert advisement has played a critical role in my own success in the innovation function of my role.

Namratha Shetty

Sr. Brand Manager
WK Kellogg Canada

Kerry Owen did a fantastic job working alongside us on an innovation pipeline that got us to this point and set us up for so much more!

Kristi Knowles

CEO
Mother Raw

Vivid Connections has been such a valuable learning and development partner for on-going global initiatives at McDonald’s... I can always trust Vivid’s talented presenters & creative thinkers to facilitate sessions and respond to any unique dynamics in the classroom.

Matt Reischauer

Senior Director
McDonald's Global

Kerry led the TJX Marketing team through a Building Everyday Resilience module at our annual offsite this year. The program exceeded my expectations and I’d recommend it to others both within and outside of our organization.

Leslie Root

SVP Marketing
TJX Canada

An integral partner in our annual innovation cycle... an indispensable source of support in setting up our internal team for success through challenging project initiatives.

Megan Harris

Director— Strategy & Insights
Labatt Breweries of Canada

While looking for effective communications —in an uncertain environment— we discovered that Vivid Connections had developed a new program called “Everyday Resilience”. Kerry did a great job keeping the whole team engaged during the session... made it authentic and compelling.

Naniss Gadel-Rab

VP, Customer Development
Unilever Canada

Kerry’s coaching skills are superb and authentic. She has a natural way of connecting with people and getting right to the heart of the issue. It has been a privilege for me to have her as my trusted advisor.

Merrilee Buchanan

Principal Consultant,
Villa Leadership

Exceptionally helpful in focusing us on the areas that need to be addressed in our organization. You do awesome work, Kerry. You and your crew are best in class. That’s why we keep coming back! Thank you!