Synovate appoints Jake Orpen as MD for South Africa

Synovate appoints Jake Orpen as MD for South Africa

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MUMBAI: Global market research firm Synovate has appointed Jake Orpen as MD for its South African unit.

Orpen replaces Charlotte Jackson who left Synovate at the end of November last year.

It is Orpen’s homecoming to Synovate as he was the founder of Conexus, one of Synovate’s business units in South Africa. He also served as a client service director for Synovate.

“We are delighted to welcome Jake back to Synovate,” said Synovate CEO of Geographies Michael Spedding. “He brings the benefits of an external perspective and experience while also already being familiar with Synovate’s business and our culture in this important market. With over 15 years of management and client service experience, he has a proven track record in creating successful businesses.”

Orpen’s previous roles include director at Quality Metrix and various management, sales, marketing and operations roles at Mobile Telephone Networks.