The Conference Board

Research Working Groups

Research Working Groups help executives get ahead of emerging, enterprise-wide issues quickly and cost effectively.

Intelligence in action

What are Research Working Groups?

Research Working Groups were developed by The Conference Board to bring together executives across industries to address current and emerging business issues. Working with top specialists and thought leaders, Research Working Group participants identify solutions to a critical challenge while developing a wider perspective and deeper knowledge.

Together they build the tools and templates they need to effect change throughout their organizations.

How do Research Working Groups work?

Research Working Groups typically span six months, with three in-person meetings and interim virtual meetings. Members work in a confidential, “hands on” environment that encourages the frank exchange of ideas as they review data, analysis, research, and their own practices.

With the guidance of subject matter experts and facilitators from The Conference Board, the group sets its own agenda for full exploration of the issue at hand. Members share their experiences, failures, and successes. Thought leaders enrich the dialogue.

Perspectives expand. Perceptions change.

What do Research Working Group participants take away?

Every Research Working Group produces a comprehensive summary report or another deliverable of the group’s choosing, comprising detailed findings, conclusions, and recommendations for action. And every participant takes away fresh understanding, renewed purpose, an enhanced network of peer executives, and a new action plan for business success.

Research Working Groups are one of the ways The Conference Board helps members to build relationships at the highest level and explore vital issues together.

For more information click here, or contact

Daria Lamb
Associate Director, Research Working Groups
+1 212 339 0428
daria.lamb@conference-board.org.