ESI ThoughtLab is an innovative think tank that offers fresh ideas and evidence-based analysis to help business and government leaders understand and respond to economic, industry and technological shifts around the world.
Our in-house team of over 40 economic, industry, and thought leadership specialists excel at creating valuable decision support that combines visionary thinking, analytical excellence, with engaging multi-format content.

Mixed-methods research
Blending robust quantitative and qualitative analysis
Multi-format decision support
Insights delivered through innovative formats
360-degree marketing and communication
Engaging a wide corporate and government audience
"ESI ThoughtLab stands out from the thought leadership pack in its ability to provide true visionary insight backed up by comprehensive research and rigorous economic analysis"
Yoni Assia, CEO, eToro
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"Lou and his team did a terrific job helping us with our Work Ahead series of reports. From idea development through to fact checking, they were in the trenches with us all the way."
Benjamin Pring, Vice President and Director, Cognizant's Center for the Future of Work