The appointment will help support Norstat’s ambitions for growth in Austria and expanding the company’s local presence.

Eckner (pictured) is based in Vienna and previously worked at companies including Experte Market Intelligence, REWE International AG, Ipsos and GfK.

Tue Meier Poulsen, regional director at Norstat North, said: “We see Austria as a market with strong growth potential, and Johannes brings a lot of industry and leadership experience, a commercial mindset and an extensive local network.

“I am confident he will strengthen our position as a provider of high-quality data and bring our new digital solutions, Norstat Studio and Norstat Express, successfully to the Austrian market and create value for our clients.”