Growth through acquisitions Vernon Research Group expanded by acquiring Horizon Group assets in July 2026, signaling a strategy of rapid growth and capability expansion that could open cross-selling opportunities for their expanded service offerings and blended client base.

Partnership enablement A recent partnership with AMPERAGE Marketing & Fundraising positions Vernon to translate data insights into actionable marketing and fundraising outcomes, suggesting a ready path for clients seeking integrated research-to-strategy solutions.

Leadership expansion The appointment of Robin Frost as managing director, along with new qualitative researcher Ellen Ouellette, indicates a reinforced leadership and talent pipeline, which can be leveraged to pursue larger or more complex projects with confidence.

Full service capabilities As a full service custom research firm offering diverse methodologies, Vernon can target clients needing end-to-end research programs, from design to strategic discovery, including national and international studies.

Modest scale, high focus With a lean team and annual revenue in the low millions, Vernon presents an opportunity to position high-value, personalized research engagements for mid-market clients seeking specialized expertise without enterprise-scale overhead.