BIOS

 Having established herself as an undeniable authority on market research, Mandy Capistron also manages to personify gracious hospitality. Mandy’s passion for research shines in her creative, can-do attitude when working with clients. After leaving her home in Southeastern Massachusetts, Mandy traveled to Connecticut where she attended Quinnipiac University. While earning her degree in Marketing, with a minor in Sociology, she also worked for the University as a Master Tutor – not only aiding her fellow students with their coursework, but also teaching invaluable life skills like organization and time management.

In 2005, Mandy brought her talents to Chicago where she quickly became facility manager at a major research center, while also serving as President-Elect on the Board of Directors of the Market Research Association of Chicago.

Mandy’s life outside of the office is equally as ambitious and fast-paced. When not at the helm of the industry in Chicago, she is still in perpetual motion. She enjoys downhill skiing in Vermont and Colorado and has been doing so since she was 3 years old! When not skiing, you may see Mandy whiz by you on the street in one of Chicago’s many 5k races. In order to account for this level of activity and involvement, one theory proposes that Mandy has managed to clone herself. However, in truth, she is extraordinary and clearly has a predisposition for excellence. 

 Dan Darrah has many talents that help him to anticipate the needs of clients and regularly exceed their expectations. He majored in Film at The University of Illinois at Chicago and played on the school’s baseball team. After college, he studied improvisational acting at Chicago’s Second City and Improv Olympics, and helped cofound the Playground Theatre. Dan is also an accomplished musician who has toured the country and played in countless legendary venues.

The worlds of baseball, film, and music came together on the set “A League of Their Own” when Dan spent an entire afternoon playing catch with Madonna, a pretty tough client, in preparation for her role in the film. However, this certainly did not go to his head, as Dan is a down-to-earth guy who loves spending time with his wife, Dana, and their three children.