Kerr (pictured) was previously senior researcher at Stingray Research and has been a marketing insight consultant since 2010.

Charles Ray has also joined as research manager, having previously been a research executive at Stingray Research.

Both Ray and Kerr have worked on projects with Beehive for more that 10 years, and both specialise in the publishing and media sectors.

Paul Kavanagh, managing director of Beehive, said: “We are delighted that Tim and Charles have come on board, bringing with them skills and experience that will help us to grow as a team.

“It also signals our determination to build on our success to date by harnessing their knowledge and expertise in the media and publishing industry to support our expansion into that sector.”