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16 Oct

Posted at 21:01h in Employee News, Get to Know Us

Welcome to Fluent Research’s special Boss’s Day celebration! We couldn’t resist the opportunity to reflect on what makes our boss, Nellie Gregorian, unique. Join us as we share our favorite things about working with Nellie — it’s a refreshing reminder that a kind leader creates an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and ready to give their best.

Lia Abrams, User Experience Researcher

Nellie is such a joy to work with! She is an inspiration to me as a woman who is confident, personable, has an entrepreneurial spirit, and yet encourages us to enjoy the little things in life. I love seeing her in the office and catching up about our lives. She has an abundance of knowledge and wisdom and I have learned so much from her.

Charlotte Beatty, User Experience Researcher

Nellie is creative, positive, and knows how to make work fun!

Farrah Brensinger, Senior User Experience Researcher

Nellie believes that everyone has something important to bring to the table. Despite leveraging our strengths, she makes sure to provide opportunities that stretch us. I love that Nellie is intentional about hearing from each team member on a regular basis, whether in a small 1:1 meeting or in a larger group setting. Her leadership helps me hone the things I already do well, and challenges me to develop skills in other areas.

Allison Caplovitz, Director, Content Research & Evaluation

Nellie is a smart, fearless leader who trusts the work of others. She values professional development and roots for everyone to succeed. AND, she knows how to have a good time!

Stefanie Cousins, Vice President, Marketing & Communications

Nellie has a leadership style that encourages the people who work for her to grow, develop, and become even better versions of themselves. She respects her staff and sees everyone’s potential. Nellie cares about our wellbeing and wants to make sure we are finding balance in our lives. Yes, she is a fantastic boss!

Heath Cozens, Director, Productions

The genuine care she has for the staff! And her hilariously black sense of humor 🙂

Tom Fuller, Vice President, Business Development

Nellie’s the best boss I have ever had. She’s fair and generous and works very hard.

Evelin Garcia, User Experience Researcher

I really enjoy working with Nellie. She actually cares about us as people and not just employees. She’s always asking how we are doing, encouraging us to take care of ourselves, and supporting our professional and personal growth. I think Nellie really prioritizes our wellbeing, which is really refreshing and hard to find in many professional spaces.







Sofia Polo, Director, Research Strategy




She has very chill vibes and believes in all her employees!


Amy Warren, Senior Child Development Researcher 


Nellie embodies the values that guide Fluent’s work and empowers us to do the same. Wellbeing, innovation, equity, and access are not just missions we advance, but are woven into the culture of Fluent, into the way we work, the way we relate to one another and to our clients, the way we evolve as a company. That is integrity in its highest form. That is Nellie.






Dan Warren, Director, Youth Development & Education


Nellie has taught me to be open to and listen for helpful advice, even when it stings a bit.




 



                                                    

                                
                            

                        					

				

			

		

		

                    		

			

									

						
					

								

					

						
29 Sep 

						

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At Fluent Research, we love to get lost in podcasts that educate, entertain, and help us connect with the world around us. In celebration of International Podcast Day, we asked some of our team to share the shows that have captured their hearts and minds!


The Daily Stoic – User Experience Researcher, Lia Abrams


The Daily Stoic is hosted by Ryan Holiday. He uploads every day of the week and provides a short lesson on stoicism, which is an ancient Greek philosophy centered around virtue, wisdom, temperance, and justice. He reads a short text from ancient works and then describes in modern-day terms how the lesson from the Stoics can be applied to everyday life. I find the podcast really informative and grounding! It’s a great way to begin the day.


Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang – User Experience Researcher, Charlotte Beatty


Every Wednesday, Las Culturistas delivers a perfect whimsical hour of discussion of all things pop culture. Hosted by two of my favorite comedians, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, the show tackles some of today’s most pressing questions, like which housewife from the RHONY cast is most iconic? And when ARE we getting music videos for Beyonce’s Renaissance album? They also interview a variety of wickedly talented guests, including people like Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Guillen, Michelle Yeoh, and MUNA to name some of my favorites. Most importantly, they host an annual Culture Awards show live at Lincoln Center, where finalists duke it out for awards like, “The Free Willy Award for Animal Achievement”, “Best Word to Scream”, and “Christina Aguilera Award for ‘It’s Just Good'”. If you are a nerd for all things movies, television, music, and pop culture, then this podcast is perfect for you. I love to listen to it at the end of a long day to unwind with some laughs!


Matter of Opinion – Director of Content Research and Evaluation, Allison Caplovitz




Matter of Opinion is hosted by New York Times opinion journalists, each with a different perspective on current events. I really like it because I am interested in political discussions and am often in a bubble of those who generally agree with my political views. It is really nice to hear various perspectives on news and information. It is particularly great in today’s society where people can disagree with respect.


How I Built This – Vice President of Marking and Communications, Stefanie Cousins


How I Built This features Guy Roz’s interviews with the person or people who have founded some of the world’s best-known brands. What I love most about this podcast is the fascinating paths, with surprising twists and turns, that have led them to develop their innovative ideas into fully-realized successful companies. I’ve been listening to these interviews since 2016, and the show continues to feature insightful stories. Some of my favorite episodes are the interviews with the founders of Spanx, Drybar, Patagonia, Southwest Airlines, Title Nine, Zappos, Khan Academy, Chicken Salad Chick, Angie’s List, Spin Master, Head Space, and Canva. They are all fascinating, so be sure to check out the library of episodes — at least one of them will surely catch your eye!


Office Ladies – Director of Research Strategy, Sofia Polo


I love The Office. I watch it constantly as I do chores around the house. Repeating it is such a comfort, especially during stressful times. The Office Ladies podcast goes through the series episode by episode with two of the starring actors providing commentary and the inside scoop on the making of each of the show’s episode. During lockdown, I binged this podcast constantly, especially when I was going on walks around the park. It was a great way to cope with the stresses of the pandemic. On my Spotify wrapped for 2020, it told me I listened to Office Ladies for 10 hours one day! Now I’m all caught up with the episodes but I still think it’s one of my all-time favorite podcasts.


Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls – Senior Child Development Researcher, Amy Warren


Our 12-year-old daughter has long loved hearing stories about girls and women who have made herstory. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls is a perfect fit. We have cuddled around the book at night and listened to the podcast on the way to school in the morning. Some of our favorite stories come from the lives of Frida Kahlo, Amelia Earhart, Maya Angelou, and Greta Thunberg. It is still our daughter’s (and our 9-year-old son’s!) go-to podcast. 


 

                                                    

                                
                            

                        					

				

			

		

		

                    		

			

									

						
					

								

					

						
24 Aug 

						

							Posted at 23:18h
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At Fluent, our four-legged friends are not just pets, but cherished members of our extended family. This National Dog Day, we’re thrilled to share the canine companions that bring joy, laughter, and love to Fluent’s employees. From a Jack Russell-beagle mix that loves lounging to an adopted Shih Tzu who is devoted to her owner, prepare to fall in love with the dogs of Fluent Research!    


 


Max, Age 13 – Owned by Lia Abrams, User Experience Researcher


Max is a little bundle of fun! He is a bichon poodle and weighs about 15 pounds, but don’t be fooled by his small stature. Max was an epic hiker in his prime, frequently going on 10+ mile hikes and leading his family along the path. Max scratches each family member’s door every morning to wake them up and greet them before moving on to the next. If you want to cuddle up with him, I recommend doing so in the morning when he is extra affectionate. By the evening time he can usually be found under his owners’ bed. 


 


 


 


Izzy, Age 13 – Owned by Natalia Belchikov, User Experience Researcher


Izzy is a sweet dog who loves lounging at home and luring people to give her food with her puppy eyes. She is a Jackabee (50% Jack Russell/50% beagle). Izzy’s relaxation time is very precious to her, she does not like to be moved or bothered when she gets comfortable. In fact, she is a notorious seat nabber; if you need to get up from your spot, don’t be surprised to see Izzy getting comfortable in it by the time you get back. One of her favorite activities is chasing after squirrels during a walk. She loves to make a scene, barking loudly and pulling on the leash so we can keep up! Be warned that she loves to show her affection with licks and by staring at you with adoring eyes. She has grown up with cats all her life, and though the cats can be a pain, she loves them too. 


 


 


Milo, Age 4 & Lily, Age 9 – Owned by Allison Caplovitz, Director, Content Research and Evaluation


Milo is active and friendly. He is my walking buddy and will happily walk 5 miles with me every day! He loves to get into food that he is not supposed to – and is often caught rummaging through the trash to find a tasty morsel.


Lily is my lap buddy and will cuddle any time she has the chance. You will often find her on my lap during long work days. Even though she only weighs 12 pounds, she will put her much larger brother, Milo, in his place if he makes a wrong move!


 


 


Lily, Age 7 – Owned by Stefanie Cousins, Vice President of Marketing and Communications


Meet Lily, a 9-pound Shih Tzu we adopted 18 months ago from my best friend’s mother who became too frail to care for her. Lily is 95% love and affection and 5% “don’t mess with me.” Lily’s full-time job is to keep her people company and make sure they feel her devotion, and she is a pro. She spends her days sleeping on my lap while I work, or curled up somewhere warm and soft waiting for the next recipient of her cuddles and licks. But don’t let our tiny, Ewok look-alike fool you. Lily has short bursts of energy when she fetches her toys like a retriever and plays sock tug-of-war like a bulldog. When Lily’s younger brother Mochi (a 1-year-old Russian Blue cat weighing in at 14 pounds) wants to play, Lily engages in fun-loving games until she’s had enough and charges at him with a growl that would force any kitty to slink away.


 


 


Elle, Age 5 – Owned by Paige Frankovich, Producer


Meet Elle, the ultimate mix of husky, pitbull, and German Shepherd craziness! She was adopted about a year ago after being surrendered by her previous owner at 2 1/2 years old. In the 6-8 months she was bouncing around in shelters, she had some sort of head trauma. She’s all healed now and her only side effect is having the cutest mismatched ears. Elle loves to play with her spiky ball, run around with her doggy friends, and eat any food that lands in her vicinity. She is loving her carefree new life!




 


 


Luna, Age 3 – Owned by Amber Gonzalez, Quantitative Researcher


Meet Luna, the ultimate lap dog with an adorable persuasion technique — puppy eyes! She knows just how to win you over and claim her spot on your lap. Luna loves making new friends- at just 6 pounds, she fearlessly befriends dogs over ten times her size. Her favorite hobbies include exploring dog-friendly spots in the city and snacking on yak chews and peanut butter.


 


 


Skylar, Age 5 – Babysat by Nellie Gregorian, Founder and President


I don’t have a dog (a childhood dream that still hasn’t been realized) but I babysit my friend’s dog, Skylar. Skylar is a pomsky and the coolest dog ever. She is very poised and carries herself with dignity. When other dogs approach her, she looks at them calmly but with an unmistakably superior attitude, like a grown-up looking at an impetuous kid. She is also stunningly beautiful, with eyes of different colors – one light brown and one cool blue. She loves me, and is always happy to come for a visit — my treating her with Russian cutlets might have something to do with it! 🙂


 


 


Lola, Age 5 – Owned by Kelly Sheehan, Senior User Experience Researcher


Meet Lola, a 5-year-old German Shepard mix. My husband and I adopted Lola in 2020 the day before the world shut from COVID. She does not like other dogs or people, but she gives us all her love every day. When she’s not barking at Amazon drivers, she loves tearing apart stuffies, chewing bones, and cuddling in bed with us. She’s taught me a lot about patience, loyalty, and empathy. We love her!