David F.

Chicago, IL, USA

Market Strategy & Customer Insights Leader

Driven and accomplished Market Intelligence Director with a proven track record in delivering strategic insights and market analysis. Expertise in project management, financial analysis, and competitive intelligence. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative business strategies and drive growth. Passionate about leveraging data to inform decision-making and enhance customer experiences.

David F.

Experience

  • Zebra Technologies

    Zebra Technologies

    Director Market Intelligence

    Jul 2022 - Jan 2026

    Zebra Technologies is a leading innovator in data capture and tracking solutions, serving industries like retail, healthcare, and logistics. They enhance operational efficiency with products like mobile computers and RFID technologies.

    • Led market intelligence initiatives to support strategic decision-making.
    • Developed insights that drove product innovation and market expansion.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven strategies.
  • American Medical Association

    American Medical Association

    Director Market Intelligence

    Aug 2020 - Jul 2022

    The American Medical Association represents over 190 state societies and medical specialty associations, focusing on promoting medicine and public health.

    • Directed market intelligence efforts to support healthcare advocacy and policy development.
    • Analyzed healthcare trends to inform strategic initiatives and improve member engagement.
    • Collaborated with medical professionals to enhance data utilization in healthcare advocacy.
  • EY

    EY

    Associate Director, Strategic Market Intelligence

    Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

    • Consumer Products (CPG) market intelligence leader, hired to elevate the performance of a global team. Lead and mentored a team of 15 on three continents (North America, Europe, and Asia), allocating resources to strategic projects. Contributes a fresh voice to a global team poised for growth.
    • Oversaw multiple primary research studies to drive business unit solutions generating over $25M in new business.
    • Advised Fortune 1000 clients on anticipating the needs of the future consumer and how to redesign their business.
  • Deloitte

    Deloitte

    Manager, Market Insights

    Sep 2006 - Dec 2013

    • Served in nationally focused role, working directly with CPG sector leadership. Played key role in shaping viewpoints of leadership based on analysis of market trends within the sector. Developed go-to-market messaging and external facing thought leadership to empower client teams and elevate Deloitte’s brand in the global market.
    • Managed the transformation of a 100-employee global research and analysis team focused on building marketplace revenue, relationships and brand positioning.
    • Expanded US-India offshore research team, traveling to Hyderabad for three weeks to mentor and coach newly hired MBAs. Evolved the organization from a US-centric to global support team with increased capacity and productivity.
  • Deloitte

    Deloitte

    Senior Analyst, Research & Analysis

    Mar 2002 - Sep 2006

    • Conducted over 50 financial benchmarking analyses for the consumer products industry.
    • Developed in-depth quantitative and qualitative analyses to support business development.
    • Collaborated with regional teams to identify and address critical business needs.
  • The Richmark Group

    Marketing Strategy Consultant

    Aug 2000 - Dec 2001

    The Richmark Group provides B2B marketing consulting services, specializing in strategic market analysis and go-to-market strategies for Fortune 1000 companies.

    • Advised Fortune 1000 companies on B2B marketing strategies.
    • Performed value-driven segmentation for a leading auto industry provider.
    • Recommended new go-to-market strategies, increasing sales by 10%.
  • Alliant Energy

    Alliant Energy

    Marketing Research Associate

    Jun 1999 - Jun 2000

    Alliant Energy provides regulated energy services to customers in Iowa and Wisconsin, focusing on safe, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions.

    • Developed market and competitive insight research to support business development.
    • Implemented consumer market brand analysis, driving a 10% expansion in new customers.
    • Coordinated market research to enhance customer-facing programs.
  • BEAR, STEARNS & CO.

    BEAR, STEARNS & CO.

    Sales Associate

    Aug 1997 - May 1998

    Bear Stearns was a premier investment bank, a defined market leader and pioneer in global clearing and fixed-income innovation. For over 80 years, the firm served as a cornerstone of the financial industry, renowned for its dynamic trading culture and its status as a high-performance engine for capital growth.

    • Developed complex investment advisory services for high net-worth individuals.
    • Executed marketing strategies targeting executives, achieving a 12% lead generation.
    • Obtained series 7 and 63 industry licenses to enhance service offerings.

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