Pittsburgh Speaks

Pittsburgh Has Perspectives. We’re Listening.

Pittsburgh Speaks is a community of Pittsburgh-area residents who are interested in sharing their opinions and experiences through research opportunities.

Managed by Schmidt Market Research, the community helps connect local perspectives with organizations seeking feedback through surveys, interviews, focus groups, product tests, and other research activities. Organizations use this feedback to better understand the people they serve and make more informed decisions.

Participation opportunities vary by study.

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Why Join Pittsburgh Speaks?

Organizations often conduct research to better understand the people they serve. Pittsburgh Speaks gives residents opportunities to share feedback that can help inform decisions about products, services, experiences, and other topics.
Members may receive invitations to surveys, interviews, focus groups, product tests, and other research opportunities. Some opportunities offer incentives such as gift cards, cash, or products. Eligibility varies and members will not qualify for every study.
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What is a Research Community?

A research community is a group of people who agree to share opinions and feedback over time.

Pittsburgh Speaks helps connect Pittsburgh-area residents with research opportunities while helping organizations learn from local perspectives.

How Participation Works

Complete your member profile so we can learn more about you.

Get invited to research opportunities that match your profile.

Take part in surveys, interviews, focus groups, product tests, and other research activities.

Share feedback that helps organizations better understand local consumers and communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pittsburgh Speaks is intended for adults who live in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Membership is free.

Depending on the study, opportunities may include surveys, interviews, focus groups, product tests, and online activities

No. Every study has different requirements, and not all members qualify for every opportunity.

Some opportunities offer incentives such as cash, gift cards, or products. Incentives vary by study.

Contact Pittsburgh Speaks

If you have questions about Pittsburgh Speaks, feel free to drop us a line via email. We’ll be sure to answer your questions.

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