Michael Link appointed as President of Ipsos U.S. Public Affairs

Link, a distinguished researcher and leader, will lead Ipsos’ Public Affairs practice in the U.S.

New York, April 9, 2024 – Ipsos, one of the world’s leading market research companies, is pleased to announce that Michael Link has been appointed to a new role as president of Ipsos Public Affairs in the U.S.

Link, a distinguished researcher and leader with more than three decades of experience in the public and private sectors, will direct Ipsos Public Affairs in the U.S. as it provides decision-makers with the information they need to navigate strategic challenges and identify new opportunities.

"With robust research and innovative AI-powered solutions, Ipsos offers clear insights into public attitudes and behaviors," Link noted. "We're committed to providing exceptional, strategic guidance and insights, crucial to understanding the present and preparing for the future in a fast-changing world."

Since joining Ipsos Public Affairs in 2022 as executive vice president of methodology and chief research officer, Link has brought deep industry relationships and expertise to Ipsos, raising the profile and furthering the impact of its public opinion polling.

Over the course of his career, Link has driven growth and led high-performing teams across government, academia, and the nonprofit sector, including senior leadership positions at Abt Associates, Nielsen, RTI International, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

An internationally recognized leader in data collection and measurement science, he is also a former president of the American Association for Public Opinion Research, one of the world’s largest professional associations for public affairs research, and has presented on expert panels for the World Health Organization and National Academies of Sciences.

“We are privileged to have someone with Michael Link’s deep experience now leading our Public Affairs team in the U.S.,” said Darrell Bricker, Global CEO of Ipsos Public Affairs.

For further information, please contact:

Christopher Good
Communications Associate, Ipsos
[email protected]

The author(s)

  • Christopher Good
    Staff Writer for What the Future

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