Norstat appoints Johannes Eckner as Managing Director for Austria

Johannes brings more than 20 years of experience in market research and insights. He is an expert in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, has extensive experience leading cross-country research teams across six Central and Eastern European markets, and is well-connected within the Austrian market research industry.

Tue Meier Poulsen, Regional Director, Norstat North, commented:

“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.”

Johannes Eckner, Managing Director, Norstat Austria, added:

“I’m excited to join Norstat, a company recognised for its high-quality data, strong local expertise, and its position as a one-stop shop for data collection. This is a great fit for me given my background in the industry. I look forward to working with the team to support our clients with the data they need for their insight requirements and to contribute to Norstat’s continued growth in Austria.”

Johannes’ leadership and deep industry experience will support Norstat’s growth ambitions in Austria, further strengthen client service, and help expand the company’s local presence. He joins Norstat effective May 4, 2026.

For more information, please contact:

Tue Meier-Poulsen, Regional Director, Norstat North

Mobile: +45 2033 1606

tue.meier.poulsen@norstatgroup.com

Johannes Eckner, Managing Director, Norstat Austria

Mobile: +43 664 1873313

johannes.eckner@norstat.at

About Norstat

Norstat is one of the leading data collectors for market research and insight in Europe and the Americas. We use well-grounded research methods to collect reliable data about any desired topic or target group. This information helps our clients to make the right decisions and become better in what they do. We don’t confine ourselves to a specific method of data collection – we do whatever works best: scientifically proven, fair to the respondents and sustainable for the industry.