ORC International makes Markert CEO

Markert (pictured) will be based in its New York office and will report to Rick Eiserman, CEO of Engine Group North America.

He joins the company from Research Now where he was executive vice-president of sales and business development. He had also worked at Office Depot.

Prior to Office Depot, Markert was CEO of loyalty worldwide at Ipsos and has also worked at Nielsen, Citicorp and Procter & Gamble.

Eiserman said: “ORC International is a crucial part of our ecosystem. Tom’s proven leadership skills and ability to thrive in highly dynamic organisations make him a valued addition to ORC’s leadership team.”