Team Member Spotlight: Austin Curtis
June 24, 2016
Here at Sivo Insights, we are proud to work with a diverse team of researchers, strategists, and creative talent that are passionate about what they do. Meet Austin Curtis, a Sivo research consultant with a passion for problem solving and utilizing creative thinking to tap into the unknown.
A biology major and once pre-med student, Austin first began his career as a scientist for General Mills. After discovering consumer research, he quickly switched focus, applying his analytical skills to develop original methodologies that uncover powerful insights.
“I love solving problems that revolve around what people need, what makes them tick, and the behaviors that manifest when their needs are or aren’t met,” says Austin. “These problems are often extremely complex and irrational. I tend to thrive in this space, as I have an imagination that gets fueled by hearing and sharing experiences. The icing on the cake is being able to share these experiences in a story that everyone can then relate to on a deeper level.”
Austin credits his creative mindset to his mother who always encouraged him and his siblings to explore life through the lens of imagination. As a result, he has found a strong passion for creative writing and storytelling, which takes on many forms in his own life. From playing Dungeons and Dragons to creating children’s books storylines and drawings, he allows his mind to explore new spaces and experiment with avant-garde concepts.
As a researcher, Austin’s creative ethos extends as a vehicle to inspire clients with information that will help shape a new perspective behind the unique wants and needs of their consumers.
“If clients are truly curious about something that they have little to no knowledge about, I love taking that opportunity to trailblaze a path into the unknown for them, all the while, showcasing all of the intriguing discoveries that have been unearthed,” says Austin.
Austin’s affinity for storytelling, coupled with his creative methodologies makes him a welcomed addition to the Sivo team!
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