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Helping you make informed decisions and bring about lasting change through authoritative economics, strategy and policy research.
Our research, analysis and strategic thinking allows organisations to develop and promote robust evidence-based policies and plans. We work with public bodies, trade associations and businesses across the globe on a broad range of issues.
By offering a fresh and practical approach to research, we help our clients find lasting solutions in challenging situations, and new opportunities in unexpected places.
Our recent work with clients has helped them:
We are thorough, objective and authoritative. Our findings are presented creatively to bring clarity to complex ideas and data, and our reports are concise and accessible.
Our clients have the confidence and credibility to make a strong case to decision-makers.
Assessing socio-economic impact and fiscal value
Demonstrating the case for public funding of the free specialist legal advice sector
Challenging policy norms and debunking research myths
Reviewing policy options in a contentious area with objectivity and clarity
Optimising policy in challenging circumstances and locations
Evaluating the potential contribution of rural communities to the economic growth of the United Kingdom
“Pragmatix Advisory combines compelling ideas with the sound and insightful research necessary to bring them to life. With a keen understanding of the political environment in which we all must operate, they provide the arguments, evidence and actions necessary to have an immediate and meaningful impact.”
“You need to go to Treasury with solutions – not just problems. Our worry was that the consultants would go off and do their work in isolation and produce a report we didn’t understand or couldn’t explain – to our own board or externally. Thankfully that wasn’t the case. Our work with Pragmatix Advisory has definitely shown what can be achieved if a trade association engages a consultancy with their expertise.”
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We work closely and collaboratively with our clients to address their specific challenges.
Each client and each assignment is different. We tailor our approach to best suit our clients' needs:Standalone bespoke research projects
Policy and research programme management and support
Fractional policy and research department, including our Association research partnership service
Our priority is always to deliver actionable research and analysis that will have a positive and lasting impact.-
Thorough
Comprehensive
Systematic
Unbiased
Impactful
Defendable
Grounded in theory and evidence
Focussed on the question asked
Deliverable on time and in budget
Iterative and collaborative approach
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Primary research
Surveys
Interviews
Focus groups
Workshops
Case studies
Secondary research
Desk research
Literature review
Data collection
Data synthesis
Horizon scanning
Analysis and interpretation
Data analysis
Computer modelling and econometrics
Cost benefit analysis
Social rate of return analysis
SWOT analysis
Financial analysis
Visualisation and reporting
Accessible charts and graphics
Straightforward language
Videos
Client accessible models
Infographics
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Clear and authoritative communication
Extracting insight from disparate information
Flexible and multi-disciplinary
Advice built on broad perspectives
Willingness to think creatively and challenge orthodoxy
Access to specialist associates
New interpretation of existing material
“Our brief was challenging, calling for a fast and focused piece of work. It was carried out to a high standard, delivered on time and more than met our expectations. We were particularly impressed with the presentation of the research, which set out a complex set of findings in a particularly clear, accessible and readable way.”
“Pragmatix Advisory are friendly, solution-focused, and politically astute. They provided a fast service, and could be relied on to ensure the project kept to schedule and delivered its milestones. The insights they provided will be very helpful in improving future iterations of the project. I would be very happy to work with Pragmatix Advisory again.”
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We are a team of economists, strategists, social scientists and policy specialists that deliver tailored, pragmatic and actionable research globally. We operate an environmentally-friendly fully-virtual office with consultants based across the United Kingdom and associates worldwide.
Mark
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“I founded Pragmatix Advisory to do consultancy differently — to be more human and less pretentious, to work more collaboratively and less competitively, and to be entirely focused on our client’s impact.”
Mark Pragnell
Managing Director, Essex
Mark founded Pragmatix Advisory to help businesses, trade associations and public bodies around the world overcome their biggest challenges through the intelligent and pragmatic use of research and analysis.
He has over 30 years' experience of applying economics and business research techniques to markets, industries and public policy. He has held leadership roles in respected macroeconomics consultancies, as well as policy and campaigning organisations. Mark’s most recent assignments have covered international trade and finance, infrastructure funding, the housing and property sectors, and reforming public sector finances.
Based in the Essex countryside, he and his family get to enjoy the fresh air with their horses and dogs.
“I’m proud that we’re a consultancy that listens to and is open with our clients, while keeping the highest standards of research and maintaining our independent voice.”
Rebecca
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Rebecca Munro
Director, Argyll and Bute
Rebecca is our director responsible for policy research.
She oversees projects across a diverse range of issues, sectors and geographies but, based in the Inner Hebrides, she is especially passionate about our research for rural coastal and island communities. Rebecca’s recent assignments have involved the legal services sector, high streets, local government and the insurance market.
Before joining the team, she spearheaded the first successful community purchase of an island, the Isle of Ulva, under revised Scottish land reform legislation in 2018. Rebecca enjoys crochet, reading and walking her dog, when the children and weather permit, and is learning conversational Gàidhlig.
“As a former client, I’ve direct experience of Pragmatix Advisory grasping what we needed and finding the evidence to make the strongest case for our sector. I jumped at the chance to help the team bring that benefit to other representative organisations.”
Richard
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Richard Lambert
Senior Consultant, London
Richard is our senior consultant responsible for advising trade associations and membership bodies.
A widely respected trade association chief executive with three different organisations in varied sectors over twenty years, he uses his understanding of policymaking and politics from his time as a parliamentary civil servant to help clients use our research to develop effective lobbying campaigns and build relationships across government. Richard’s recent assignments have supported small businesses and trade associations.
Based in east London, he is a West Ham season ticket holder of more than 30 years’ standing, a keen cook and a barely competent guitarist.
“Unlike most consultancies, Pragmatix Advisory has been built from its outset around a broad range of skillsets and experiences. This means that clients don’t get given an out-the-box methodology based on what is typically done. Instead, they get a highly bespoke service that truly delivers impact to their organisation.”
Chris
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Christopher Breen
Head of Economics, London
Chris is the senior consultant leading our economics research, analysis and modelling.
With over a decade of experience, Chris is a skilled economics commentator, appearing several times on television and radio to discuss the outlook for the economy, and has led consensus-beating forecasts for the United Kingdom and beyond. He has led a range of economic and policy impact analyses, supporting successful policy campaigns with high impact analysis on numerous occasions.
Chris has a MSc in economics from Birkbeck, University of London, and BA in politics and economics from the University of Nottingham. Now based in south London with his fiancé and mischievous cat, he spends his free time watching a range of sports, including supporting Liverpool, and is often found at gigs or comedy shows.
Zarea
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“I get to work across a wide range of sectors and with many varied clients, but the same robust underlying principles and thorough research approach applies to all our assignments.”
Zarea Kamil
Consultant, London
Zarea conducts research and analysis across our portfolio of projects, including recent assignments relating to international trade and finance, the legal services sector and island economies.
She joined the team as an intern after completing her BSc in political economy from King’s College London. A Malaysian national, she is fluent in Bahasa Melayu. Based in east London, Zarea enjoys reading and food blogging, and she supports Arsenal.
Matilda
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“The team’s client focus and flexibility mean that, not only do we meet the client’s needs, we are always learning and innovating.”
Matilda Bentes Edwards
Trainee Consultant, Kent
Matilda is our first trainee consultant. She provides analytical, research and logistics support for our public interest and policy projects whilst learning the skills required to be a consultant.
She first joined the team as a business development and researcher/analyst intern during her undergraduate degree. She returned as a trainee consultant after completing her BSc in politics and data science from Northeastern University. Fluent in French, she is a French and British national based in Kent, who enjoys cycling, reading and going on solo trips to the cinema.
Tetiana
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“I enjoy translating complex research into clear, engaging communications that reach the right audiences and demonstrate its value. Working across different sectors brings fresh perspectives and opportunities to learn.”
Tetiana Kotliar
Marketing and Business Development Executive, Norwich
Tetiana leads marketing and supports business development, helping to communicate the value of our research, strengthen client relationships and identify new opportunities.
She brings experience in business-to-business marketing across a range of sectors, including professional services. Her background covers digital marketing, content creation, brand development, events and client engagement.
Originally from Ukraine and now based in Norwich, Tetiana enjoys art, theatre and playing chess.
Chloe
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“I love that I’ve been given a lot of responsibility for client projects from an early stage, and the feeling that my work is helping underserved communities.”
Chloe Riley
Researcher / Analyst, Liverpool
Chloe completes research and analysis for our different projects, with recent assignments related to inclusive economic growth and improving amenities in rural towns.
She joined the team as a summer intern following completion of a BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics at the University of Oxford, and is now based in Liverpool. Outside of work, she enjoys going to live music events and travelling.
Aqib Ali
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“I value that the team here welcomes people from a range of backgrounds. Being part of a small firm has meant hands-on work across very different clients from the start, which has been the fastest way to learn.”
Aqib Ali
Researcher / Analyst, Oxfordshire
Aqib conducts research and analysis across our portfolio of clients and projects. Recent assignments have included the socioeconomic impact of higher education, sustainability in the industrial equipment market and the long-term fiscal implications of demographic change.
He joined the team as a summer intern following completion of a BA in economics at The Open University. Beyond our virtual office, he enjoys going to the gym, gaming and reading.
Rowan
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“It’s amazing to gain exposure to a range of projects that have a real impact on people’s lives, as well as the opportunity to tangibly contribute towards them.”
Rowan Martinson
Researcher / Analyst
Rowan undertakes research and analysis across a variety of projects, most recently evaluating the English housing crisis as well as policy solutions. He joins Pragmatix Advisory to complete a year-long work placement as part of studying towards a BSc in Economics at the University of Bath. In his free time, he enjoys reading, hiking and going to the gym.
Associates
Mark and the team have developed a broad network of associates and experts that allows Pragmatix Advisory to bring in the right resources for each assignment. This provides access to industry-leading economists, market researchers, scientists, statisticians, marketeers, lobbyists and many other experts in their respective fields.
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Why our clients choose us
Our clients say we aren’t like other consultancies. They like working with us because we’re good at getting to grips with a brief and providing exactly what’s needed. We’re responsive, flexible and easy to work with.
“The research was carried out to a high standard, delivered on time and exceeded our expectations. We were particularly impressed with the presentation of the research in the final report, which set out a complex set of findings in a particularly clear, accessible and readable way.”
“Pragmatix Advisory were a great organisation to work with. They were efficient, thoughtful and reflective. The research report gave us a clear and actionable set of recommendations which we have been able to move forwards into action planning. We would definitely work with them again!”
“Pragmatix Advisory fully exceeded my expectations. Their dedication, knowledge and clarity of thinking is second to none, delivering only to the highest standard at all stages. They bring together policy and its implications effortlessly, and are not afraid to push the boundaries of what is possible in order to produce compelling outputs that will have an immediate impact.”
“Pragmatix Advisory have worked with us on projects as far reaching as organisational change, clarification and role definition, strategic planning, tender submissions and company profiling. It has been a pleasure to work with a team whose skills, knowledge, expertise and approach to analysis, planning and strategic focus are sharply aligned to company vision, mission, purpose and aspiration.”
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