Chapter Happenings

Where Insights Meet Community

Stay up to date on what’s happening across the Insights Association’s network of Chapters. With events spanning more than 35 metro areas in the U.S. and Canada, Chapters provide unparalleled opportunities for education, networking, and community building. From conferences and webinars to social gatherings, Chapter Happenings bring members together to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and strengthen professional connections.

West Chapter

May 13

Fieldside Connections: A San Diego Insights Networking Event

When: May 13
Time: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM PST
Location: Snapdragon Stadium

San Diego, CA

Fee: $40 for members/$60 for non-members

Step out of the office and onto the field.
Join the Insights Association West Chapter at Snapdragon Stadium for an evening of connection, conversation, and community with fellow insights professionals.
This evening is designed to create space for real connection… and a little fun.
Come connect with colleagues, meet new faces, or simply enjoy a night out with others in the industry. This is your chance to be part of the energy that keeps insights human!

Central Atlantic Chapter

May 13

Philly Networking Night

When: May 13
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 EST
Location: Naxion Office: 1835 Market St #2500, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Fee: Free

Join the Central Atlantic Chapter of the Insights Association and WIRe Philadelphia for an evening of connection, conversation, and community.

This joint event brings together insights professionals from across the region for a dynamic night of roundtable discussions and open dialogue on the topics shaping our industry. Designed to encourage real conversation—not presentations—each table will offer space to exchange ideas, share challenges, and learn from one another’s experiences.

The evening will also include dedicated networking time to reconnect with familiar faces and build new relationships within the Philadelphia insights community.

Save the Date!

Canada Chapter

May 13

Q2 Cross Canada Coffee Connects

When: May 13

Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM multiple time zones
Location: Multiple Cities and Locations
Fee: Free

Join Insights Association Canada for their quarterly coffee chats - coast to coast.

From casual conversations to thoughtful industry dialogue, these sessions are a simple and impactful way to stay connected throughout the year.

North Central Chapter

May 14

North Central Cleveland

Summit!

When: May 14

Time: One-day event
Location: The Aviator, Cleveland
Fee: Varies

Save the date for the Cleveland conference in 2026.

North Atlantic Chapter

May 20

Pre-Conference Networking Happy Hour

When: May 20
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 PM ET
Location: Notch Brewery & Tap Room, 525 Western Ave, Brighton, MA, 02135 US (Located in: The Charles River Speedway, Brighton)
Fee: Free

The perfect opportunity to network with the conference speakers, board members, volunteers, and fellow attendees in a relaxed atmosphere, the night before the big conference!

Registration includes two drinks and heavy appetizers.

North Central Chapter

May 21

Royal Oak, Coffee Connect

When: May 21
Time: 9 AM - 11:30 AM EST
Location: Atomic Coffee, 401 S. Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Fee: Free for members/$25 for non-members

Join us on Thursday, May 21st at Atomic Coffee. This is a great way to shake up your usual work day while still getting some work done! Co-working with other Market Researchers allows for light conversation while still accomplishing real work, plus, the Insights Association will cover your choice of coffee.

North Atlantic Chapter

May 21

North Atlantic Annual Insights Conference

When: May 21
Time: 8:00 - 6:00 PM ET
Location: The Heights Room at Boston College Corcoran Commons, 2nd Floor
Chestnut Hill, MA 02167
Fee: Early Bird $199 for members / Early Bird $249 for non-members

Insights in Motion: Future-Proofing in Transformative Times

This year’s conference will explore how internal Insights teams and their external partners can navigate an increasingly complex and fast-moving landscape—staying relevant, resilient, and future-ready. Speaker topics will focus on practical ways Insights professionals are evolving how they work, collaborate, and deliver impact.

Canada Chapter

May 28

Cocktails & Conversations in Calgary

When: May 28
Time: 5 - 7 pm MDT
Location: 220 8 Ave SW (Social Beer Haus) Located in Stephen Avenue Place
Fee: Free for members $25 for non-members

The Insights Association, Canada (Calgary Chapter) is excited to invite you to a casual evening of drinks and engaging conversations on how organizations can build trust, stay relevant, and drive long‑term brand value amid economic pressure, shifting consumer expectations, and constant change.

North Atlantic Chapter

June 5

Coffee Connect in Hudson, MA

When: June 5
Time: 9:30-11:30amET
Location: Starbucks (3 Highland Commons W, Hudson, MA 01749)
Fee: Free for members

Ready to brew up some new connections? Join fellow insights professionals for a casual Coffee Connect in Hudson. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet local colleagues, share ideas, and catch up with familiar faces in a relaxed setting.

Whether you're looking to spark new conversations or simply enjoy a good cup of coffee with the insights community, we’d love to see you there.

Central Atlantic Chapter

June 9

Philadelphia Ignite Happy Hour

When: June 9
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EST
Location: Harp & Crown 1525 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Fee: Free for members/$25 for non-members

Join the IA for a networking happy hour event! Whether you're in town for the Ignite conference or are a Philly-area local, we'd love to see you! Drinks are graciously covered by our sponsor, Sync Research Group.

North Central Chapter

June 10

AI Agent Workshop & Happy Hour

When: June 10
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Location: Ipsos Chicago Office, 222 W Adams Street, Suite 1100. Chicago, IL 60606

Fee: Free for members/$25 for non-members

Learn a reusable approach for building AI agents that ask the right questions, push back on vague inputs, and produce structured output. Then modify and test one yourself. Attendees will leave with a working tool and the framework to build more agents that help boost productivity.

The workshop will be followed by food and drinks in Ipsos' Cabana with games like shuffleboard and cornhole.

Time: 5:30 pm doors open. Workshop 6pm-7pm. Food, Happy Hour, and Games 7pm-8:30pm

West Chapter

June 18

Golden Hour Gathering: LA Insights Summer Mixer

When: June 18
Time: 5 - 8 PM PST
Location: The Corner Door, Culver City, CA
Fee: $20 for members/$45 for non-members

Join us in Culver City for a summer evening of connection, conversation, and community with the LA insights crowd. Drinks, bites, and golden hour included.

North Atlantic Chapter

June 27

Worcester Red Sox Game Meet Up

When: June 27
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Polar Park, 100 Madison St, Worcester, MA 01608
Fee: Members $20 / non-members $40

An evening at the ballpark is always better with great company. Join fellow insights professionals for a chance to connect at a Worcester Red Sox game.

Whether you're a baseball fan or just looking to strengthen professional relationships, come out for a day of cheering on the Red Sox stars of tomorrow while networking at beautiful Polar Park.

North Atlantic Chapter

July 23

Rhode Island Networking @TopGolf Cranston

When: July 23
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM ET
Location: Topgolf, 120 Sockanosset Cross Rd, Cranston, RI 02920
Fee: IA Members $20 | Non-Members $40

Rhode Island Networking @TopGolf Cranston | IA North Atlantic Chapter
A Hole-in-One Evening for RI Insights Pros! Join fellow insights professionals for a chance to connect, swing, and socialize.

Whether you're a golfer or just looking to strengthen professional relationships, join us for a relaxed evening of connection, conversation, and friendly competition. This is your chance to meet others in our RI Insights Community—right in your own backyard.

Central Atlantic Chapter

July 28

Morning Mingle

When: July 28
Time: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM EST
Location: TBD
Fee: Free for members/$25 for non-members

Join the Central Atlantic Chapter for a coffee and a chat before the Quirks Event!

SAVE THE DATE

Canada Chapter

August 6

IACC 2026 Summer Boat Cruise

When: August 6
Time: 6 - 9:30 PM ET
Location: 207 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON

Fee: Varies

Set sail for an epic night with leaders from the insights industry—skyline views, smart conversations, and unforgettable connections.

Welcome aboard the IACC Summer Boat Cruise! Experience Toronto from a whole new perspective.

North Central Chapter

August 20

Indianapolis Coffee Meetup

When: August 20
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM CST
Location: Java House, 145 W Elm St, Unit 100, Carmel, IN 46032
Fee: Free for members/$25 for non-members

Join us Thursday, August 20th, at Java House for some brief, low-key networking and coworking. This is a great way to shake up your usual workday while still getting some work done! Coworking with other Market Researchers allows for light conversation while still accomplishing real work, plus the Insights Association will cover your choice of coffee.

North Atlantic

MA, ME, NH, RI, VT

Central Atlantic

CT, DE, NJ, NY, PA (Central/East)

South Atlantic

AL, AR, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, NC, PR, SC, TN, VA

North Central

IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, PA (West), SD, WI, WV

South Central

AZ, CO, NM, NV, OK, TX, UT

West

AK, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR, WA, WY

Canada

Across Canada

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