Household Devices

Foundational Customer Understanding and Insights

Ethnographic research of consumers’ cleaning habits, needs, product and device usage

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Brand Position and Image

Evaluation of brand and product perception, purchase triggers and revealing strategic gaps to inform product and comms development

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Product Usage and Concept Testing

Testing of cleaning products in CLT research
Evaluation of new product concepts in Focus Groups

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Innovation Engine

Ethnographic in-home interviews to reveal dominant frustrations around cleaning
Development of product concept directions within an internal client workshop
Prototype testing

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Risa Hamada

Senior Client Services Director

With a 20 year background in strategic planning on both the agency and client sides, Risa brings a wealth of experience to CarterJMRN projects. A graduate of Central Michigan University, majoring in Interpersonal Communications, Risa has moderated workshops and focus groups for product categories ranging from household products to diamonds. Her calm and understated manner helps encourage respondents to open up and give real insights. It is estimated that she has conducted over 3,000 focus groups since 1995.

r.hamada@the-carter-group.com

Account Manager (Qualitative)

Account Manager is a mid-level client service role that entails responsibility for small to mid-size market research projects.

Responsibilities

Building and maintaining client relationships
Qualitative research project management
Respondent interviewing and moderation (depth interviews and focus groups)
Report writing and presentation
Starting to take a leader role within the business and mentoring others

Qualifications

University degree
Native or N1 level Japanese
5+ years experience in a market research agency
Interviewing and moderation experience

SAORI HIRASAWA

Project Manager

Everyday at CarterJMRN is so different, and that’s why I enjoy working here. I always start my day by following my to-do list – though it’s rare that I can follow them precisely because there are always new projects and tasks. It is very important for us to keep up with the fast pace and be flexible. The best part of working here is learning. I am exposed to a wide range of industries which ensures that I am never bored. After working at CarterJMRN, I have come to see the world differently – even if it’s just the way I look at doing my shopping. For example, I closely observe clients’ products, competitors, layout of the shelving units, observing people’s behavior, etc.. We consider ourselves as a “partner” of our clients and work together with them. It requires a lot of effort to work in a team with very high professional standard, but it has been equally rewarding.