WHO
WE BELIEVE tHE BEST INSIGHTS CREATE BETTER FUTURES.
Inspired by our name, we see insight as a spark - one that ignites ideas, reveals opportunities and helps brands move forward with confidence.
Every methodology we design, every insight we uncover and every recommendation we make, is guided by one principle: doing what's right for our clients, not what's easiest for us.
Over the past decade, we’ve grown through referrals, recommendations and enduring relationships with our clients. Today, we're proud to work with some of Australia's most recognised organisations and most iconic brands.
PEOPLE
We're a team of curious minds and big thinkers.
We come from different disciplines and backgrounds but share the same (slightly unhealthy) passion for uncovering those ‘aha’ moments for our clients.
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We come from different disciplines and backgrounds but share the same (slightly unhealthy) passion for uncovering those ‘aha’ moments for our clients.
Want to uncover more about us?
Get your hover hand ready and meet the team below!
Meet Megan
FOUNDER + DIRECTOR
BMktg, BCom (Hons)
Megan is the founder of Starburst Insights. She gets to the heart of what matters for people and brands.
Megan is a research dualist and brand storyteller who thrives on inspiring breakthroughs for clients. Megan’s mix of agency and client-side experience has provided her with a strong platform to creatively solve brand challenges for commercial advantage.
From decoding the new world of premium in beer, revamping retail via shopper profiling, through to taking brand teams to the streets of New York for experiential cultural immersions, Megan has a passion for driving real change and growth.
On the weekend she pats a lot of dogs and eats a lot of plants.
the rest of the team
Meet Song
DIRECTOR (Research + Relationships)
BBus Marketing (Hons)
Song is an insight strategist and experienced quantitative and qualitative researcher.
Drawing on years of research experience at both global and local research agencies, Song is a highly skilled research practitioner who thrives on unlocking big-impact insights.
Equally comfortable running complex analysis as she is jamming with clients, Song brings a can-do attitude and big energy to all that she does. A true research MVP, she puts the ‘star’ in Starburst Insights.
On the weekend you will find her flexing her cooking and dancing skills.
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Meet Matt
DIRECTOR
BBus (Marketing), BBus (Management)
Matt uses data to identify the who, what, where, when and why of humans and the world around them
Matt is a dualist researcher who brings experience from some of Australia's leading research and insight agencies – including Starburst Insights!
With broad experience across commercial and government organisations Matt regularly tackles complex behavioural challenges for his clients. Armed with data and insights Matt helps brands to identify communication opportunities and other interventions that create, and super-charge behaviour change in all kinds of sectors.
On the weekend you'll find him drinking flat whites and practicing Español.
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Meet Kim
STRATEGY DIRECTOR
BBus Marketing (Hons)
Kim is a problem solver and super listener. She finds the important nuggets in the most complex of challenges
Kim is a qualitative specialist, although she enjoys the numbers from time to time! Perpetually curious, she is always absorbing new information, whether that be updates in behavioural economics, politics or sports.
Kim has worked on a wide range of topics, from making Australian farming safer to understanding the ice-cream market in India. She loves challenges that require deep thinking!
On the weekend you'll find her listening to podcasts or in the surf – rain or shine!
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Meet Anastasia
CONSULTANT
BBus (Marketing & Business Statistics),
BCom (Hons) (Marketing)
Anastasia explores the why behind behaviour andculture, using data to decode complexity with curiosity and clarity.
Comfortable with quantitative and qualitative methods, she has worked on everything from boating safety, to health and wellbeing initiatives, to tracking emerging cultural trends.
With a sharp eye for complexity and a genuine curiosity for how people think, feel, and behave, Anastasia excels at uncovering meaningful insights that help governments and organisations create real, lasting change.
On the weekend you'll find her dancing or dabbling in something new!
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Meet Emi
CONSUMER RESEARCH ANALYST
BBus, BA (Marketing and Psychology)
Emi combines curiosity and creativity to explore human behaviour, trends, and culture.
A recent graduate from Monash University, Emi brings hands-on marketing and research experience to the team. She completed a market research project in Asia during her studies, gaining practical experience in consumer insights and cross-cultural research.
Emi has also worked as a marketing assistant for a packaging distributor and runs her own jewellery business, allowing her to appreciate a full spectrum of marketing tools and techniques.
On the weekend you'll find her snowboarding (when there’s snow!) or silversmithing shiny things!
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Meet Digby
OFFICE DOG
Participation Certificate
Digby is Head of the Good Boy Department.
Beginning his studies as a Seeing Eye Dog, Digby quickly realised being social and leisurely was his true path in life.
While completely unqualified for his current position, Digby is an integral member of the Starburst Insights team, providing support, welcome distraction and comic relief while also helping team members learn virtues such as patience and temperance.
Digby is highly motivated by treats and shows a keen interest in leaves.
On the weekend he eats, plays, loves.
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CULTURE
BIG IDEAS. SHARED SUCCESS. LOTS OF LAUGHS.
One of the things we're most proud of is our culture. Everyone has the opportunity to contribute ideas, influence decisions and make a meaningful impact on the business.
We're collaborative, supportive and genuinely invested in each other's success. We hold ourselves to high standards, but we also believe great work happens when people enjoy what they do. We make time to celebrate achievements together and have a bit of fun along the way!