<p>What skills do you need to succeed as an insights professional in today’s world? Now what about the future? In this episode, Michael Brereton (Executive in Residence at Michigan State University &amp; former CEO of Maritz Research) shares the work he's doing now to help mold insights professionals of the future and what he predicts for this next generation of leaders.</p>

#7 - Elaine Rodrigo: Embracing the twists and turns of life

Marketing and insights teams speak different languages. Their disconnect wastes budgets, delays campaigns, and leaves consumer truth buried in data. The cost? Missed opportunities and marketing that doesn't connect.Inside Insights tears down these silos with bold, human conversations that transform how brands win with consumers. We reveal where data-driven marketing strategy meets consumer intelligence – turning research investments into measurable market advantage for both strategic leaders and insights practitioners.No fluff. Just value you can apply today.Co-hosted by Nataly Kelly and Steve Phillips. Nataly is CMO of Zappi, writes for Harvard Business Review, and has authored four books while running marketing, growth, and revenue teams at the C-suite level. Steve founded Zappi and serves as Chief Innovation Officer—an industry visionary who challenges conventional wisdom to better understand and serve their consumers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inside Insights is for marketing leaders who want better consumer connections and insights professionals seeking greater business impact. Join us as we explore what works, what doesn't, and why it matters. New episodes biweekly – subscribe to stay ahead in the connected insights revolution