Aryn Korpalski reminds us that research is as much about human connection 🤝 as it is about data—and why hospitality, curiosity, and thoughtful service are the real secrets to impactful insights 🎯.

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Episode Chapters:

00:00 – Why In-Person Magic Can’t Be Replicated Virtually

00:30 – Welcome and Introduction

02:00 – Meet Aryn Korpalski

03:06 – Musical Theatre, Sports, and Finding Confidence in Rugby

10:00 – Growing Up in Denver and Becoming a Chicagoan

14:42 – Curiosity, Hospitality, and the Work of Fieldwork

18:20 – Complex Briefs and Protecting Participant Trust

22:55 – Global Research and Partnering with Competitors

27:30 – Preparing for the Next Thing: AI and Data Quality

35:11 – Baking Accessibility Into Every Project

40:30 – Making Research Emotionally Accessible

44:01 – Beyond Insights: Community and Connection

47:23 – The Power of Observation Rooms

51:30 – Gathering Intentionally and Leadership Energy

56:00 – Why Making “Yes” Matter Builds Trust

1:09:05 – Closing Reflections and Where to Find Aryn

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Who is Aryn Korpalski?

Aryn is the Senior Vice President of Corporate Services at Fieldwork, a company trusted worldwide for in-person research facilities, digital capabilities, and global recruitment services.

She has: 

✅ Led Fieldwork’s corporate operations and strategic client partnerships 

✅ Managed research projects across diverse industries and cultures 

✅ Advocated for participant-first experiences and inclusive research practices 

✅ Embraced hospitality as a guiding principle in research operations

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Find Aryn Korpalski here:

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/arynkorpalski/

Fieldwork → https://www.fieldwork.com/

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