Nik Nanos, CM, ICD.D Chief Data Scientist and Founder, Nanos Research Nik Nanos is the Chief Data Scientist and Founder of Nanos Research, a premier research organization renowned for delivering market and consumer insights globally. Nik has spearheaded numerous projects across Canada, the US and around the world unpacking consumer insights, market opportunities and public policy. Nik's expertise extends beyond research. He is a Global Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington DC and a research adjunct professor at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs. His leadership roles include serving as the 13th Chancellor of Carleton University in Ottawa and Chair of Atlantik-Bruecke Canada, a not-for-profit dedicated to strengthening German-Canadian relations. In 2023, Nik was appointed to the Trilateral Commission, a prestigious global organization that unites senior policymakers, business leaders, media representatives, and academics to tackle the world's most pressing issues. He also leads the team behind the Bloomberg Nanos Canadian Confidence Index, a key economic indicator streamed to Bloomberg terminals worldwide every Monday morning. As the pollster of record for CTV News, The Globe & Mail, and Bloomberg News in Canada, Nik's insights are highly sought after. His contributions to the field have been recognized with his appointment as a member of the Order of Canada. Nik Nanos continues to drive innovation and excellence providing invaluable insights to clients.