Abigail started her career in market research when she joined HRW in 2018 and is based in the London office. Abigail enjoys the challenges of organizing multi-market research and loves to work across a wide variety of methodologies (qual and quant) as well as therapy areas. She has been recognized in the industry and was commended for her project management skills in the 2020 BHBIA Best Newcomer award. Abigail has a particular interest in Neuroscience and is a member of HRW Synapse: providing consultancy to the wider company across a range of conditions. Outside of work, Abigail loves to spend time with her family, take long walks with her dog or snuggle up on the sofa with her kitten.

Abi has worked for HRW since 2017, following her decision to change her career after initially joining the working world in the childcare space. She was attracted to her role as Field Controller, as it allows her to apply and hone her excellent organisation and project management skills. Abi takes a shrewd approach to negotiation and liaison with our local partners, to ensure we maintain high standards on research delivery: in a cost effective and efficient way, passing on direct benefits to our clients. In her time outside work, she loves eating out, travelling and long walks with the dog.

Ajweria joined HRW with an unwavering passion for making a difference in the healthcare industry. With her extensive experience across various therapeutic areas, Ajweria is particularly passionate about advancing innovative healthcare solutions. Her fulfillment stems from conducting research, uncovering insights through data analysis, and tackling challenges head-on. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and playing sports like badminton and basketball.

Alex has made a career of putting her curious nature to work for her clients. She loves the fact that she's always learning through her work whether it's innovating qualitative and quantitative methods, exploring cultural context or brushing up on the latest treatment advancements. Alex has accumulated a wealth of experience across therapeutic areas including oncology, CNS/neuroscience, metabolic disorders, chronic pain and vaccines, but has found that representing patient and HCP stories in an authentic and actionable way is what fuels her passion for translating research findings into compelling insights. In her spare time, Alex enjoys keeps her husband on his toes as they live in continual renewal of their “fixer upper” home that is increasingly more like a zoo with two young daughters, two dogs and the cast of Bambi in the backyard

Alice joined HRW in 2021, having obtained a degree in psychology from The University of Edinburgh. Throughout her degree, she found herself more drawn to healthcare-related topics, which alongside her experiences in conducting research projects and analyses, sparked her desire to pursue a career in healthcare market research. Outside of work, Alice loves to go running and explore the city, as well as experimenting with cooking new recipes, and trying out new local restaurants too.

Alicia’s market research career started back in 2018 after realizing her skills of analysis, critical thinking and communications developed during her history degree were beneficial within the market research field. Moving into healthcare research was driven by her desire to have a lasting, meaningful impact on a vital and ever-changing industry. Alicia's experience now spans a wide range of both quant and qual methodologies, although her passion is qualitative research, particularly within patient journeys. When not at work, Alicia can be found practicing hot yoga or obsessing over her two dogs.

Alyse graduated in 2023 with a BSc degree in Psychology. She is intrigued by human behaviour and decision-making processes, which she was able to explore thoroughly during her degree. Her interest in healthcare was sparked while researching the role and efficacy of statistics in health communication during her final year. Alyse is excited to start her market research career and explore a wider range of healthcare topics. In her free time, she likes going to concerts, crocheting and trying new restaurants.

Amy found her way into market research after completing a degree in English and International Relations. Since joining the industry in 2011, Amy’s attention for detail and love of order and processes meant she was well-suited to leading the project management on domestic and global studies, focusing initially on customer and business satisfaction, and consumer studies spanning from rail passengers to beauty product tests. Amy moved into the healthcare sector, bringing her extensive project and field management experience with her. Outside of work Amy likes to get outside with her two children, especially to the seaside; keep her allotment going; run; and have a well earned glass of wine on a Friday night whilst having a kitchen disco with her family.

Annabelle graduated from King's College London in 2023 with a BSc degree in Psychology. During her time at KCL, she developed a strong expertise in quantitative and qualitative research and completed a placement year working on a clinical trial for a new therapeutic intervention for anxiety. She's particularly interested in digital therapy and new health tech developments, with a focus on how they can be used by the general population. In her free time, she enjoys being creative by participating in dance classes, creating new art projects, and attending concerts.

Asha joined the HRW Manhattan office after obtaining a BA in Environmental Studies from the University of Chicago. During her time at university, Asha worked as a research assistant for multiple public health research projects, which sparked her interest in healthcare and research, and lead her to join the HRW team. Outside of work, Asha loves to explore the outdoors and enjoys running, hiking, and skiing. She also enjoys traveling and exploring new restaurants in NYC.

Blaine joined the HRW Manhattan office after completing her BA in biological sciences from the University of Delaware. While earning her degree, Blaine developed a passion for research while working as an undergraduate research assistant studying alternative therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder. This passion for healthcare and a desire to aid in the research process led Blaine to the field team at HRW. Outside of work Blaine enjoys spending time surfing at the beach, baking, and traveling.

Caitlin completed a Higher Education Diploma studying Fashion & Textiles, before joining HRW in 2010. Having worked her way up the operational ranks, she now leads our field department. Caitlin has built up a solid network of fieldwork partners across the globe, building strong relationships and working with them closely to ensure we are receiving the best quality service on all projects. Caitlin focuses on supporting our more complex studies, where she applies her extensive experience in recruiting niche respondent types and working within challenging methodologies. Caitlin is a mother of two, so enjoys lots of family time along with good food, days out, and the occasional (well-deserved) break with a G&T or cocktail.

Cathy has an academic background in Biomedical Science, with a specialism in Pharmacology. Her home, however, has been found in market research, having worked in the field since 2011. Her role at HRW sees her working across a wide range of therapy areas- notably oncology, psychiatry, and infectious diseases; tackling a varied spread of methodologies, tools, and techniques. What unites her various responsibilities is an eagerness to innovate from a methodological and analytical perspective, and her desire to deliver clean, exciting outputs that help her clients make a real difference and engage internally. When not busy researching in our London office or working hard on our external communication through her leadership of our Marketing Team, Cathy enjoys singing with her (extremely cool) choir, travelling, and attempting to cook ambitious, occasionally experimental, recipes (with variable results).

Channelle joined HRW in 2023 after graduating in Psychology and carrying out  her MSc degree in Global Public Health at Queen Mary University of London. With almost six years of market research experience, Channelle enjoys looking at health from a multi-disciplinary perspective, which helps her continue to strengthen her critical analysis skills. Outside of work, she loves playing the bass guitar, shopping at local thrift stores and trying out new restaurants.

After receiving her Ph.D. in Social Psychology, Christine found market research an ideal outlet for her desire to have an impact on how companies do business. Even after all these years, she continues to enjoy the unique and varied needs from both a research and insights perspective. Although spending most of her career primarily focused on quantitative research, Christine appreciates the deeper, “behind the scenes” perspective that qualitative research brings and particularly enjoys marrying the two. Christine’s experience covers over the counter and pharmaceutical products to medical devices and diagnostics across an array of therapeutic categories ranging from cardiovascular health to pain management. When not at work, Christine enjoys creating (and eating!) wonderful meals with family and friends as well as applying her creative talents to volunteering in her local community theatre and pottery. Christine is a member of the HRW Board and our Marketing Team.

Dana recently graduated from an interdisciplinary degree in Human Sciences at UCL, exploring what it means to be human through anthropological and scientific lenses. Completing her studies in a COVID-19 climate sparked interest in the topic of vaccine hesitancy. As a result, she chose to base her final dissertation on what drives vaccine hesitancy and how science communication can promote vaccine uptake. To answer her research question, Dana delved into literature from medical anthropology and Science and Technology Studies (STS), and conducted an in-depth qualitative analysis of online vaccine discourse. The experience pushed her towards pursuing career in healthcare market research. Outside of work, Dana enjoys writing, seeing, and performing theatre. When she’s not on her laptop, you’ll find her dining at local restaurants with friends.

Darren joined Healthcare Research Worldwide in August 2016, after completing a BA degree in Media Culture and Production at Southampton University. With a particularly keen interest in digital media and innovation, Darren is a keen ambassador for trying out new technologies and applications, especially when those are combined with a particularly hard-to-reach respondents or complex methodologies. Being part of the Field Team, Darren thrives on building productive relationships with our suppliers and delivering high quality fieldwork on logistically challenging projects. Outside of work, Darren enjoys kayaking and camping at music festivals. More recently he has expressed a love for cooking.

Dawn has many years of market research experience and a wealth of knowledge across several therapeutic areas, including most recently, oncology and vaccines. She especially enjoys the challenge of global research along with quantitative trackers and has a passion for data. Outside of work Dawn enjoys working out, reading and knitting and loves to spend time with her husband and nieces and nephews at Disney World

Edith joined HRW as a Research Executive in the summer of 2022 after graduating with a MSc degree in Bioethics and Society, and focused her thesis on ways in which the structures of national BioBanks affect the quality of the data they collect and store. Following her degree, she is excited to continue learning about a range of therapeutic areas, and how to optimize the impact of various treatments and innovations. Outside of work, Edith's favourite pass-time is to spend time in nature taking long walks - soaking in the health benefits of spending quality time outside!

Elyse joined the HRW Manhattan office in 2023 with an educational background in life sciences and public health. She is passionate about improving the efficacy of the healthcare industry through ethical and value-based research methodologies. Elyse is excited to continue learning about different therapeutic areas as healthcare research thrives and becomes increasingly dynamic. Outside of work, Elyse loves to explore New York City and spend time with her family and friends.

Es joined HRW in 2005, and designs and manages domestic and international projects across therapy areas- as well as managing our internal best practice, innovating our ways of working, and generally making sure we're all being consistently excellent throughout our business! She loves the variety of her role; the range of clients, methodologies and projects, and is proud to have won the Best Customer Insight award at the BHBIA BOBIs in 2010 and in 2014. She is really focused on understanding her clients’ businesses to provide the most strategic recommendations and ensuring research is brought to life. Her interests include running workshops and furthering her understanding of device usability research approaches. When she is not at work, Es enjoys spending time with her young family, running and reading.

Gerard has worked in the global pharmaceutical and medical device sector since 2001; in internal audit, as compliance officer, and in data protection. He has subject matter expertise in finance, selling and marketing, supply, clinical trials, data protection, due diligence and investigations. He is qualified with the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and is a UK Chartered Accountant.The aim of Compliance at HRW is to help the business run more smoothly and to help our clients achieve their goals. Society has high expectations of the healthcare industry in terms of their ethics: our approach is to protect our respondents and our clients whilst facilitating their important work developing products for patients. Outside the world of compliance, Gerard likes spending time with his family and both playing and enjoying music.

With over 20 years’ experience in HR and learning development roles across various industries, such as retail, field marketing and manufacturing, Glenda is also an associate member of the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) and has a strong passion for supporting others in achieving their career development goals, making her the perfect fit for the role of Learning and Development Advisor at HRW. In her spare time, she enjoys activities involving art and textiles, along with visiting art galleries and spending time with her family.

Hannah joined HRW's Field Team in 2014 after graduating from OMBS (Oxford Media and Business School) with an Executive PA Diploma. Hannah manages a huge variety of projects in a wide range of therapy areas and markets, and really thrives from having great relationships with our local fieldwork partners across the world. The HRW research team also benefit from her fierce efficiency and drive to complete even the most complex recruits to a high standard. Outside of work, good food, watching football and travelling are Hannah’s favourite things to do.

After obtaining a degree in Business and Marketing, Holly has worked in Marketing for 4 years and joined HRW in July 2022. Since leaving university, Holly found an interest in how the pharmaceutical industry market themselves to its target audience, which led her to aspire for a career in marketing within healthcare market research. Outside of work, Holly enjoys travelling and spending time with her family and friends.

After completing his degree in biological sciences, Ian began his market research career in consumer market research before discovering an interest in healthcare. Ian is a quantitative specialist with experience in applying a variety of methodologies across a broad range of therapy areas. In his free time, Ian enjoys exploring London, running and caring for his pet pug.

Imogen graduated with a degree in Biomedical Sciences in 2021 with a main focus on immunology, oncology, and anatomy. She has since worked in a laboratory but decided that healthcare-based market research was more suited to her interests which is what led her to HRW. In her free time, Imogen enjoys attending dance classes and spending time with friends and family!

Izzy joined the HRW team in 2024 as a Field Controller. She has worked in the healthcare market research industry since graduating with a degree in Politics in summer 2022, during which time she has built a strong knowledge of the industry and honed her skills to become a competent and efficient field team member. Working in field management means that Izzy can use her strong communication skills to forge meaningful relationships within her internal teams, as well as with external suppliers, which ensures that projects run smoothly and achieve the most meaningful and impactful results possible. Outside of work, Izzy loves to go running, socialise with friends and family, cook for them, and travel as much as possible.

After receiving two degrees in International Finance (BBA, MS), James found he was much more interested in WHY people made the choices they did rather than wearing a green visor. This led him first into Competitive Intelligence and then Market Research. After over 20 years in the industry, James was able to merge his love of the technical, interest in travel and insatiable curiosity to understand global markets in Vaccines, Orphan/Rare disease, medical devices and other segments. James is at home with both quantitative and qualitative methodologies and enjoys hybrid approaches that give both deep and broad understanding. In his free time, James is likely to be found turning wood on his lathe, perfecting his meat smoking, or peppering docents with questions at museums; castles; cathedrals or any other point of local interest

Jess joined HRW in 2012 after completing her degree in Biomedical Sciences with a specialism in Reproductive Biology. Entering the world of healthcare market research has allowed her to combine her interest in understanding people and what they do; and her desire for learning new things everyday. She loves to work in a variety of therapy areas and is particularly interested in dermatology, women's health, vaccines and device testing. She really enjoys seeking innovative methodologies and tools to explore the "whys" behind the "what", and unearthing strategic direction to answer her client's business objectives. Outside of work Jess spends her time day dreaming and planning her next travel adventure, singing in a local choir, and researching new restaurants to try and musicals to see in London.

Joe joined HRW in 2021 with a strong background in pharmaceutical market research having worked in the industry for almost 5 years. Having graduated with a degree in psychology at university, he has always been interested in human behaviour and research methods, which lead him to seek a career in market research. Though in his own words he may have stumbled into the healthcare arena, Joe has never looked back and has enjoyed becoming more and more familiar with various different therapy areas. Outside of work, Joe will likely be found eating out at restaurants (mainly sampling varieties of fried chicken), going to music gigs or playing/watching football.

John joined HRW in 2016 and is currently based in NYC after spending time in both UK HRW offices. His career in healthcare research began with an academic post at Rutgers’ Centre for State Health Policy researching the implications of city planning on children's health and dynamics of critical care facility use by New Jersey's Hispanic and Latino population. Upon graduating with a degree in Economics from Oberlin College in 2010, John moved into the healthcare market research world where he has been active since. He strongly believes that any objective can be met with an appropriate and well-crafted research design- an ethos he has honed through his work with the HRW Innovation Team. John also loves to make and consume art and values the network of relationships that this can afford with people from all walks of life.

Julia began her career in market research after obtaining her degree in Linguistics and Psychology in 2018, and joined HRW in Spring 2023. Julia has a passion for the healthcare space and enjoys studying the behaviours of HCPs, patients and other stakeholders through both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Outside of work, Julia and enjoys fitness and cooking.

Julia joined the HRW team in 2023 after having worked in the pharmaceutical market research industry for 2 years. Through her degree in psychology and her time spent working as a research assistant, she developed a deep interest in behavioural science and research which ultimately led her to HRW. During her time working in the healthcare space she has developed a true passion for the industry and enjoys the opportunity to build her knowledge of new therapy areas and treatments. When she's not nose-deep in analysis, you can find her exploring various London cafes with friends or soaking up the rare English sun that reminds her of her Californian home.

Kate joined HRW after working in the Behavioural Practice at a social research and advisory business in the UK. Here she managed and supported projects applying mixed methods research and behavioral insights to understand and influence behaviour and decision making across a range of public policy areas. Prior to this she pursued her interest in human behaviour through an MSc in Behaviour Change at University College London, and a BSc in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Manchester. Outside of work Kate enjoys hiking, surfing (badly), eating good food, and exploring new places.

Kirsty joined HRW in 2009 after completing a Masters and Post-Graduate Degree in Modern History from St Andrews University. Market research proved to be the ideal role for Kirsty, allowing her to follow her expertise in digging deep into data and distilling information into well balanced stories, full of rich insights that provide clear strategic direction. Kirsty’s particular passion lies in patient research, and finds it particularly rewarding to work closely with clients who are motivated and focused on the concept of making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. She is also immersed in the oncology sphere through her role within HRW's oncology team, OR:BIT. In her spare time, Kirsty enjoys going to see live comedy and theatre.

Laura joined HRW in early 2019 as Global HR Manager and is excited to be part of HRW’s collaborative and vibrant culture. As a big picture thinker, with nearly 15 years HR experience across a variety of sectors, ranging from non-for-profit to hospitality and consultancy, Laura is excited to have the opportunity to make a real difference in her role, with a strong desire to put the people at the heart of the company. With a passion for musical theatre and cake decorating, Laura enjoys spending her precious free time with her family engaging in these hobbies.

With degrees in Psychology & Advertising, and a communications career that encompassed space exploration to military support programs, Liz found a perfect home in market research, combining her interest in both understanding and influencing people. Liz brings a wealth of experience within a number of therapy areas to HRW, with a strong focus on oncology and women’s health. A seasoned moderator with HCPs and patients, Liz loves the challenge of eliciting underlying beliefs that influence perceptions and drive behaviour, then transforming those insights into a compelling story that resonate with clients to drive strategy. Outside of work, Liz is often moving across the country with her military family, and when she needs a break from reality, she can be found singing along to Broadway tunes or planning her next adventure to a Disney park.

Lorna has always been curious, making her well suited to a career in market research.  She has been getting to the crux of the issue for clients for over 15 years, enjoying digging deep not only with doctors or patients to understand the answers, but also turning those skills to determining what the key questions are at the outset. With a strong focus on integrated insights, Lorna thrives on developing long-term strategic partnerships with her clients.  Inside and outside of work, Lorna is a passionate advocate for a more sustainable world, committed to her own Zero Waste journey, and passionate about gardening. Lorna loves walking and cycling in the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds where she lives with her family, tortoise, guinea pigs and an abundance of house plants!

Lucy obtained a degree in Biological Sciences from the Royal Veterinary College, where she focussed on pharmacology and early drug development. Additionally interested in human behaviour and strategic thinking, Lucy pursued a career in healthcare market research and has worked across a variety of therapy areas (including rare diseases, oncology, immunology and more), methodologies, and samples. Outside of work, Lucy is a competitive bodybuilder and can be found either in the gym, trying new restaurants or walking her dog.

Lucy has an academic background in Biology and clinical Nutrition. She has always been curious and fascinated by different health conditions, so healthcare market research is an excellent opportunity to learn about different therapy areas, whilst applying her healthcare knowledge. With over 6 years’ experience in the industry, she is known for her meticulousness and high attention to detail. Lucy is passionate about optimal client service and this forms a central part of her role. Outside of work, Lucy enjoys learning new things (such as cooking or learning new languages), and is a devoted patient advocate for migraine sufferers.

With a degree in Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communications, Maria has always found pleasure in forging relationships and communicating effectively across different cultures. With extensive experience within the pharmaceutical, healthcare and market research sectors, Maria is excited to bring her excellent organizational, analytical, and communicative skills to HRW. Outside of work Maria is passionate about animal welfare, helping injured wildlife and supporting community pets, while (naturally!) “raising” 2 cats with her wonderful husband. Maria is also an enthusiastic member of a local choir.  

As someone who studied both visual communication and the niche field of UX, Mehr found himself enamoured by the design industry from an early age with both of his siblings pursuing roles in the creative field. Whether it is architecture, web or graphic design, his fascination with typographies and the digital sphere led him into a role in digital design. Outside of work, Mehr loves to travel to different countries, drinking margaritas and coffee (not at the same time) and watching a healthy dose of reality tv.  

Melissa joined HRW in 2023, bringing nearly 6 years’ experience leading primary market research studies in the healthcare space. With her natural curiosity and passion for bringing others’ voices to life, Melissa has tackled a wide range of research objectives throughout her career - providing client teams with highly personalized and actionable insights along the way. Therapeutic areas of particular interest to Melissa include rare disease, vaccines, and autoimmune conditions. Outside the office, you can find Melissa in the audience of Broadway’s latest hit, exploring the Disney Parks, marveling at the dogs in Central Park, or on the Peloton Leaderboard.

Mollie embarked on a career in market research as a result of an insatiable curiosity to understand what makes people tick. With a range of experience within different therapy areas and methodologies, Mollie is a strategic thinker who enjoys turning research findings into actionable business recommendations for her clients. She has delivered quantitative and qualitative market research in a variety of commercial environments, including strategic brand planning and client side pharma market research. As a member of the BOBI Committee, Mollie has twice delivered papers at the BHBIA Annual Conference. When not working, you can find Mollie enjoying the outdoors, or dabbling in arts and crafts.

Oliver joined HRW in October 2022 after obtaining a degree in Behaviour Change at UCL, which covered topics such as biases, heuristics, the COM-B model, and Behaviour Change Techniques. Oliver's diverse career has taken him from Nottingham to Zambia, working in community behaviour change, fundraising, service management, customer voice and applied behavioural science. He brings an understanding of how to influence group and individual change in health environments through studying human geography and anthropology. Outside of work, Oliver enjoys travelling, hosting dinners with friends, and competing with TV crime-drama detectives to figure out 'whodunnit' first.

Rajiv has over 10 years’ experience dedicated to pharmaceutical market research. He has worked across a wide range of therapy areas using different quantitative methodologies and has successfully led and managed multinational studies spanning 5 continents and in over 40 different countries. Rajiv is recognised for having strong project management, research, and analytical skills, and having a creative flair, which he uses to deliver high quality and insightful research with maximum impact. Driven by innovation, he is committed to developing smarter ways of working, implementing best practices and mentoring other team members to improve overall project efficiency without sacrificing on quality. In his free time, Rajiv enjoys playing and/or watching sports, videogaming and spending time with his family and friends.

Rob began his market research career in 2007 following a BA in English Language and Literature. Robert has worn many hats throughout his career, including being involved in a variety of fieldwork, operational and freelance roles in the past, and has worked as a translator following an MA in Translation Studies from University of Leeds. He has covered a whole range of methodologies from various perspectives and holds particular research interests in rare disease as well as patient-focused research. In his spare time, Rob enjoys days out in nature with his young family, science fiction books, and trying out new cooking ideas on the children with varying degrees of success.

Intrigued by the intersection of human behaviour and decision-making, Saket graduated with an MSc (distinction) in Behavioural Science from the London School of Economics and Political Science. His fascination for human behaviour and health is evident in his dissertation, which focused on applying linguistic analysis to differentiate linguistic markers unique to suicide ideation. Skilled at behavioural diagnosis, research design, and quantitative research, Saket has applied behaviour science principles to solve complex behavioural challenges. In his spare time, Saket likes to visit chess parks across London, strum the ukulele, and enjoy game nights with his friends.

Samyukta holds master’s degrees in clinical psychology and Behavioural Science from the London School of Economics. With extensive experience in behavioural science and healthcare, she has conducted numerous academic and field studies to better understand the drivers of preventive health behaviours. During her masters, she investigated communication strategies employed in healthcare settings to regulate inappropriate antibiotic usage in the patient community. Proficient in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, Samyukta's work adopts a holistic approach to bring context specific behavioural science evidence to the realm of health. Beyond her professional pursuits, Samyukta is an avid food enthusiast who manages a food blog in her free time. Additionally, she enjoys scuba diving, and other outdoor adventures.

Sophie joined HRW as HR Administrator in February 2023 after completing her degree in Psychology. With Sophie’s passion for people and the operational side of businesses, along with her keen interest in healthcare and research practices, she is the perfect fit for HRW and we can’t wait to watch her skills develop further. Outside of work, Sophie enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, learning about exercise and nutrition, and is currently enjoying the trials and tribulations of renovating her first home.

Tenzin's journey in healthcare began with personal experiences of limited access to healthcare in Nepal. He earned a BA in Chemistry with a minor in Physics, conducting research on developing accessible and cost-effective paper chips for malaria diagnosis. During the pandemic, he worked in NYC’s contact tracing and vaccine program where he realized the importance of utilizing patient data and feedback to enhance the healthcare experience. He strongly believes that this approach can improve access to healthcare and foster greater participation. In his spare time, Tenzin loves to delve in music production and mixed martial arts, particularly in discovering the stories behind songs and appreciating the athletes journey.