ABN Impact Opens and Hires in the Philippines

Insight community specialist ABN Impact has opened an office in the Philippines, where it has appointed Mark Alvarez as Managing Director.

Founded in 2010, the firm also has offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, Bangkok, Jakarta and Seoul. Alvarez (pictured) joins the new office from AXA Philippines, where he served as Head of Customer Strategy, Insights and Market Intelligence, setting up and leading the award-winning MyAXA Cafe customer community. He began his career at Philippine Survey and Research Center.

Commenting on the news, CEO Maz Amirahmadi said: 'The Philippines represents a great opportunity for ABN Impact to expand its business. The cultural profile of the market fits perfectly with the insight community ethos which promotes collaboration. We're delighted that Mark has joined ABN Impact. He brings the perfect blend of youth, dynamism and creativity the research industry needs'.

Web site: www.abnimpact.com .