Marc Engel

Founder & Principal

Engel Research Partners

For over 25 years, I’ve been a trusted partner to companies across multiple industries; creative agencies; international research companies; political consulting firms; social, educational and cultural organizations; and professional associations. Whether in focus groups or in-depth interviews, expert panels or roundtables, ideations or creative problem-solving sessions, my role is to unearth insights that reveal possibilities, reframe issues or challenges, and unlock opportunities for my clients. On the corporate side, I’ve helped clients explore new and existing products and services, positioning, branding, packaging, experiences and communications. In the political realm, I’ve worked on projects across dozens of states related to issues, messaging and candidates at the state and national level in every branch of government. With nonprofit organizations and associations, my work has focused on mission, vision, values and purpose; constituency and member engagement; and communications. I take a Deeply Human approach to everything I do. That means listening with empathy, embracing complexity and accepting contradiction. It means caring more than is required, seeking common ground and being relentlessly open-minded. My unique background in comedy and law complement my research experience, shape my perspective, and bring analytical rigor, disciplined thinking, creativity and fun to the work I do.