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I'm Dev Bhargava, a market research professional with 15 years of experience in the Market Research/Consulting industry. I help global brands turn data into actionable consumer and market insights for organizations like IKEA, Honda, Tetra Pak, and MasterCard, translating complex datasets into clear strategic guidance. I lead cross-functional projects and deliver practical insights through rigorous primary and secondary research across multiple regions. I hold a BSc in Marine Engineering from BITS Pilani and an MBA plus a Master’s in Market Research and Consumer Behavior from IE Business School. I enjoy turning diverse data sources into concise, impactful recommendations, and I’ve led multi-country research initiatives, store audits, and expert interviews to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive analyses.…I'm Dev Bhargava, a market research professional with 15 years of experience in the Market Research/Consulting industry. I help global brands turn data into actionable consumer and market insights for organizations like IKEA, Honda, Tetra Pak, and MasterCard, translating complex datasets into clear strategic guidance. I lead cross-functional projects and deliver practical insights through rigorous primary and secondary research across multiple regions. I hold a BSc in Marine Engineering from BITS Pilani and an MBA plus a Master’s in Market Research and Consumer Behavior from IE Business School. I enjoy turning diverse data sources into concise, impactful recommendations, and I’ve led multi-country research initiatives, store audits, and expert interviews to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive analyses.

Dev Bhargava

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I'm Dev Bhargava, a market research professional with 15 years of experience in the Market Research/Consulting industry. I help global brands turn data into actionable consumer and market insights for organizations like IKEA, Honda, Tetra Pak, and MasterCard, translating complex datasets into clear strategic guidance. I lead cross-functional projects and deliver practical insights through rigorous primary and secondary research across multiple regions. I hold a BSc in Marine Engineering from BITS Pilani and an MBA plus a Master’s in Market Research and Consumer Behavior from IE Business School. I enjoy turning diverse data sources into concise, impactful recommendations, and I’ve led multi-country research initiatives, store audits, and expert interviews to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive analyses.…I'm Dev Bhargava, a market research professional with 15 years of experience in the Market Research/Consulting industry. I help global brands turn data into actionable consumer and market insights for organizations like IKEA, Honda, Tetra Pak, and MasterCard, translating complex datasets into clear strategic guidance. I lead cross-functional projects and deliver practical insights through rigorous primary and secondary research across multiple regions. I hold a BSc in Marine Engineering from BITS Pilani and an MBA plus a Master’s in Market Research and Consumer Behavior from IE Business School. I enjoy turning diverse data sources into concise, impactful recommendations, and I’ve led multi-country research initiatives, store audits, and expert interviews to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive analyses.

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I’m Dev Bhargava, a market research professional with 15 years of experience in the Market Research/Consulting industry. I help global brands turn data into actionable consumer and market insights for organizations like IKEA, Honda, Tetra Pak, and MasterCard, translating complex datasets into clear strategic guidance. I lead cross-functional projects and deliver practical insights through rigorous primary and secondary research across multiple regions.

I hold a BSc in Marine Engineering from BITS Pilani and an MBA plus a Master’s in Market Research and Consumer Behavior from IE Business School. I enjoy turning diverse data sources into concise, impactful recommendations, and I’ve led multi-country research initiatives, store audits, and expert interviews to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive analyses.

Skills

Data Visualization

Copywriting

Experience Level

Data Visualization

Intermediate

Copywriting

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Danish

Intermediate

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Work Experience

Remote Global Research Lead at Accelerated

February 1, 2021 - Present

Accelerated is a custom-insights provider that facilitates sharing of global knowledge to help clients make better decisions and execute them faster. We build virtual teams that combine top-tier consultants with custom-recruited industry experts, extracting specific insights efficiently to inform decision-making.

Consultant at Euromonitor International

July 1, 2013 - Present

Initially hired as an in-country analyst for Denmark, I have worked on global market research and consumer behavioral projects, coordinating with teams in London, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town and Bangalore. Authored widely read research reports on Consumer Lifestyle and Countries & Consumers. Executed primary and secondary research including store audits and analysis of Euromonitor data, with market size estimation and forecasting.

Business Analyst/Consultant at 10EQS

October 1, 2011 - Present

Initially hired as a freelance research analyst; promoted to Business Analyst within 6 months. Notable project included go-to-market strategy for an American liquor company entering the Indian market. Prepared initial market research reports and presentations; top-rated consultant; involved in data evaluation and rewarding Junior Researchers; featured in company newsletters.

Market researcher at Fgt Business Research

November 1, 2012 - May 1, 2015

Market researcher for a B2B telemarketing company connecting leading Danish corporations with global business consumers. Prepared internal market research reports, scripts and questionnaires; improved marketing efficiency and contributed to a record financial performance in 2013. Conducted surveys and generated leads across 5 continents; achieved high conversion rates in English-speaking markets.

Co-founder at Team RiteSight, Financial Times MBA Sightsavers Challenge

January 1, 2012 - Present

Co-founded a team that created an award-winning business plan for a global FT MBA Sightsavers Challenge, beating teams from Harvard, HEC and others. Developed an innovative solution for Sightsavers to tackle stigma around wearing spectacles in developing countries; plan is being implemented in North-East India by Sightsavers.

Researcher at Junior Consult

November 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012

Researcher for a consulting company run by Masters Students from Aarhus University. Provided key inputs in survey design for projects for two multi-billion-dollar Danish clients, contributing to successful project completion ahead of schedule.

Intern at Danish Export Association

May 1, 2011 - July 1, 2011

Analyzed potential for sustainable development in India and China; authored a research paper on ‘Low Income Housing in India’. Collaborated with Danish and Chinese universities, trade associations and businesses to evaluate feasibility of sustainable container housing in China.

Business Developmental Manager at Taurus

April 1, 2009 - August 1, 2010

Led business development for an SME manufacturing corporate stationary items; managed a team of 8-12; secured 3 new client accounts and generated approximately $50,000/year in additional revenue.

Assistant Engineer at InterContinental Goa

June 1, 2007 - March 1, 2009

Hired to ensure smooth operations of a 255-room hotel property; led a 35-person engineering team; implemented maintenance operations and energy/water conservation measures, achieving up to 30% reductions and substantial cost savings.