Strategic Partners
World-Class Expertise for Complex Strategic Challenges
Strategic intelligence requires specialised expertise
We collaborate with award-winning independent specialists who bring complementary capabilities to deliver enterprise-level strategic outcomes
Strategic Collaboration Philosophy
Complex strategic challenges require more than individual expertise - they demand thoughtfully assembled teams of specialists who share a commitment to commercial intelligence and strategic excellence.
Selective Partnership Standards
We work exclusively with independent specialists who have proven track records at enterprise level, maintain their own businesses, and bring strategic thinking rather than just technical execution. Each partner is chosen for their unique expertise and their ability to integrate strategic intelligence across disciplines.
This approach ensures you receive enterprise-level strategic thinking from multiple perspectives while maintaining the speed and flexibility that independent creators need to stay ahead of market trends.
Core Strategic Partners
Dr. Ayesha Taylor-Camara
Academic Research Innovation
Media Analytics & Consumer Behaviour
Dr. Taylor-Camara brings academic rigor and cutting-edge methodology to strategic intelligence challenges. Her PhD research developed alternative frameworks for understanding broadcasting value in everyday life, while her growing research interest in LLMs for content discovery keeps our strategic intelligence at the innovation forefront.
University lecturer specializing in media and marketing analytics | Independent UK Black consumer panel developer
Stuart Knapman
Qualitative Strategic Intelligence
Man Overboard | Strategic Insight Specialist
Stuart brings award-winning qualitative expertise and deep understanding of people's relationship with media, entertainment and technology. Former Head of Pan-BBC research and founding partner at Essential Research, he integrates strategic intelligence with user-centered innovation to deliver actionable business intelligence.
Multiple MRS Awards including 'Best Conference Paper' and 'New Consumer Insights' | Former UK Managing Director at The Sound
How Strategic Collaboration Works
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Strategic Assessment
I analyze your strategic challenge and determine which specialized expertise will deliver the most valuable commercial intelligence for your specific objectives.
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Integrated Intelligence
All strategic intelligence is synthesised through my frameworks to ensure you receive clear, actionable recommendations rather than fragmented specialist reports.
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Expert Assembly
The right strategic partners are brought together based on methodology requirements, market complexity, and the depth of intelligence needed for confident decision-making.
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Strategic Direction
You receive unified strategic intelligence that tells you exactly what to build, launch, or scale next - with the confidence that comes from world-class collaborative expertise.
Extended Strategic Network
Beyond core partnerships, Sound Insights collaborates with leading organizations and specialists across the audio intelligence ecosystem to deliver comprehensive strategic outcomes.
Listen Up! Global Panel
Industry-first global podcast listener panel delivering strategic intelligence in 48 hours versus industry standard delays
Sounds Profitable
Strategic research collaboration partnership for Europe market intelligence & industry authority development
Podcast Discovery
Strategic consulting alliance for enhanced client capabilities and market positioning expertise
Strategic Leaders Who Trust Our Intelligence
“Ben's innovative approach to content development and testing was instrumental in advancing our spoken word formats. From surveys to focus groups, trends to search & social datasets, he tailored his approach to suit various content types. This comprehensive strategy ensured we had robust data to back our creative decisions.."
Steve Carsey
Director, Speech, Bauer Media
“Sound Insights provided me with a unique understanding of our audience's passion and excitement for my show that I had not seen before. Their strategic recommendations for growth and optimisation were particularly actionable and aligned perfectly with our goals.
Matt Abrahams
Lecturer, Stanford University Graduate School of Business | Think Fast Talk Smart podcast host