Independent Research for Complex Business Decisions

Desk Research Group was established to help organisations make better strategic decisions when the market environment is complex and internal visibility is incomplete.

Our work focuses on transforming fragmented information into clear, structured insight that leadership teams can use with confidence.

Projects are senior-led, decision-focused, and tailored to the commercial realities facing each client.

Our team brings decades of cross-industry experience and a global perspective. We blend advanced research methodologies with practical business acumen, turning complexity into clear, actionable strategies. Every engagement is senior-led, giving you not only expertise but the full commitment of those guiding your project.

Hands-on experience across sectors and regions.

Data-backed strategies tailored to your goals.

Our Mission & Values

Desk Research Group exists to give leadership teams an evidence chain they can defend in a boardroom. Every engagement is led by a senior researcher with commercial accountability for the conclusion, structured for traceability, and built around the specific decision the client needs to make.

Our value is not in producing reports. It is in helping leadership teams move with confidence when the cost of being wrong is high.

Proven Expertise
25+ years solving complex business challenges.

25 +

Years Proven Expertise

Tailored Solutions
Strategies built around your specific needs.

Senior-Led Advisory
Senior-led engagements. Decision-focused research.

International Experience
Trusted by organisations across Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, and the United States.

Meet Our Management Team

Christopher Hutchinson

Chief Executive Officer

Christopher is the CEO of Desk Research Group. A CPA with over 25 years of experience in finance, strategy, and operations. He brings a hands-on approach to every project, ensuring high-impact, actionable results.

Mandy Chandler

Project & Insights Manager

Mandy is a bilingual, client centric strategist with experience across legal, international business, and education sectors. She excels in streamlining operations, leading teams, and delivering results in dynamic environments.

David Kerwood

Client Development Manager

David is a certified learning development specialist with a background in research and teaching across all levels. He brings a unique perspective on building relationships, scoping research needs, and ensuring our work drives measurable value.

Markel UK

Kate Gough - Head of Insights and Propositions

Desk Research Group's comprehensive reporting was a standout aspect of their service. The reports were detailed, well-organized, and easy to understand, providing us with actionable data that we could immediately implement in our strategy.

 What You Can Expect

2 – 3 Weeks
Typical turnaround for targeted entry-level projects

15+
Countries researched across active engagements

Explore Answers to Your Common Questions

1. What services do you offer?

We offer three core solutions: market entry research and market landscape analysis, competitor intelligence and market demand analysis, and commercial due diligence and targeted risk validation. These are supported by research and strategic services across market and industry research, customer insights, horizon planning, and execution support. Every engagement is shaped around the specific decision the client is making.

2. How can I get started with your services?

Simply contact us via our website or phone to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll discuss your objectives and how we can support your growth.

3. Which industries do you specialize in?

While our research approach can be applied across many sectors, we are most frequently engaged in industries where complexity and uncertainty make reliable external insight especially valuable.

When you are ready to make your next move, we are here to help you make it with clarity and confidence.

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+1 416-271-5424

Let’s Talk

Canada | United States | United Kingdom | Spain

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When you are ready to make your next move, we are here to help you make it with clarity and confidence.

Get In Touch
+1 416-271-5424

Let’s Talk

Canada | United States | United Kingdom | Spain

Our Reach