Mike Proulx,

Mike Proulx

VP, Research Director

Mike leads Forrester's CMO research team focused on the top issues and opportunities facing marketing executives — providing the vision and strategy today’s brands need to deliver on their expression of customer obsession. His team of industry analysts publishes research, delivers thought leadership, and conducts client advisories on cutting-edge topics related to marketing trends, consumer behavior, brand strategy, advertising, creativity, digital transformation, and the agency landscape. You'll find Mike’s marketing guidance frequently quoted in the press including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Reuters, and USA Today, as well as on-air appearances in BBC World News, CNBC, and NBC.

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Planned Research

What research can you expect from Forrester in the next 12 months? Updated biweekly, our publishing plan will keep you current with market and technology trends. Use the link below to download a list of our upcoming research.

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Predictions 2026: B2C Marketing

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