Inside BRG

We are a cultural intelligence and strategic insight firm built to help leaders understand markets beyond data — at the intersection of human behavior, cultural context, and commercial strategy.

We Decode Culture.
We Drive Decisions.

Founded in Hong Kong in 2005 as Benchmark Asia Research, BRG Consultancy has grown into a boutique intelligence powerhouse with 10 global offices and presence in 17+ markets across Asia, Europe, and beyond.

We exist to bridge the gap between surface-level data and deep cultural understanding — empowering brands, strategy consultancies, and decision-makers to act with confidence in the world's most complex markets.

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Behavioral Decoding

We decode psychological and behavioral drivers to understand the why behind the what.

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Demand Analysis

Distinguishing lasting demand from short-term trends to secure long-term commercial value for our clients.

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Market Entry

Supporting expansion into complex Asian markets with culturally calibrated, risk-minimizing strategies.

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Actionable Insight

Converting theoretical insight into measurable commercial action — insight that moves the needle.

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Founded as Benchmark Asia Research in Hong Kong
2008
Established psychographic methodologies
2012
Rebranded to BRG Consultancy
2015
Expanded to China, Japan & Korea
2018
Entered Malaysia & Indonesia markets
2020
Digital transformation & remote research
2023
Opened India, Thailand & Vietnam offices
2026
10 Offices, 12+ Proprietary Methodologies

Consumer Understanding Specialists

We don't compete; we enable. BRG serves as the specialized consumer insights layer that empowers consultancies, research firms, and brands to bridge the gap between data and reality.

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Strategy Consultancies

McKinsey, Bain, BCG and tier-1 strategy firms rely on BRG for cultural depth and qualitative specialization that their generalist teams cannot replicate.

We Provide: Cultural Depth
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The Hub

18+ years of deep consumer knowledge. The bridge between brands and true understanding of Asian markets.

Consumer Understanding
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Global Brands & Research Firms

Direct brand partners and research firms like Ipsos, Nielsen, and Kantar engage BRG for actionable insights and qualitative specialization in Asian markets.

We Provide: Actionable Insights

Experience That Moves Markets

Our leadership team combines decades of regional expertise with deep sector knowledge across Asia and global markets.

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15+ Years

Alan Yeong

Group Managing Partner

Banking and finance expert founding BRG to deliver accurate market research and strategic intelligence for informed decisions. Core specialist in market entry and financial services.

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25 Years

Echo Wang

Head of Qualitative (Greater China)

Leading regional research since 2007. Specializes in consumer workshops for F&B, Infant Formula, Luxury Goods, and Spirits across Greater China.

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Expert

Jay Ahn

Managing Partner (Korea)

Leads brand health tracking and focus groups. Leverages modern lifestyle research to transform data into competitive opportunities in the Korean market.

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Since 2004

Yugo Eto

Managing Partner (Japan)

Specializes in qualitative research for FMCG and B2B sectors, helping clients identify growth opportunities and emerging technologies in Japan.

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14 Years

Rakesh Maiya

Managing Partner (India)

Experienced researcher (ex-Kadence). Consults for major clients including Swiggy, Flipkart, Mahindra, and Kantar across India.

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Since 2014

Budi Santoso

Group MP (ASEAN & Indonesia)

Manages consumer panels and excels in hybrid research methods combining qualitative and quantitative techniques for deeper ASEAN insights.

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Panel Expert

Jeff Song

Director (B2B & Consumer Panel)

Enhances panel and B2B divisions (ex-SSI, YouGov). Focuses on hybrid approaches for data-informed decisions and long-term growth.

10 Offices. 17+ Countries.

Owned local presence — not outsourced partnerships — ensuring cultural accuracy and research depth in every market.

Global HQ
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Shanghai
China
Hong Kong
China
Jakarta
Indonesia
Bangkok
Thailand
Ho Chi Minh
Vietnam
Tokyo
Japan
Seoul
South Korea
New Delhi
India
Berlin
Germany

Research Markets: US · UK · Australia · Myanmar · Laos · Philippines · Taiwan

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