20+ years of helping organizations create meaningful impact
Research Power Inc. (RPI) is a Canadian consulting firm that partners with public, private and non-profit organizations to bring evidence, expertise and practical insight to important initiatives. Since 2003, we have helped clients make informed decisions, strengthen capability and move their priorities forward.
Building long-standing relationships in Canada and around the world
The foundation of our work
RPI was founded in 2003 with a focus on strengthening understanding of data to inform strategy, research and evaluation. Our work also helps organizations plan for and accomplish their priorities and objectives.
Over the past two decades, RPI has evolved into a multidisciplinary consulting firm serving clients across Canada and internationally. Today, our work spans the pharmaceutical and biotechnology, healthcare, education, accessibility and community impact sectors, while remaining grounded in the evidence-informed approach that has guided us from the beginning.
Every project may be different, but our approach remains the same: understand the context, ask thoughtful questions and deliver practical solutions that create lasting value.
Two specialized practice areas with a shared philosophy
RPI brings together two specialized consulting practices, each led by Senior Partners with deep expertise in the industries and sectors they serve. While our clients and projects differ, both practices share the same commitment to evidence-informed thinking, collaboration and practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique environment.
Partnering with governments, healthcare organizations, universities and community-based organizations to strengthen programs and services, organizations and communities.
Supporting Commercial and Medical Affairs teams as they translate data and information into impactful customer conversations that contribute to Brand success and customer value.
The challenges we help solve
Organizations engage RPI when they need specialized expertise to navigate complex decisions, achieve commercial success and move important initiatives forward.
Clients connect with us when they need to:
Public & Community Impact Sectors
- Gather credible evidence to support decision-making, especially around funding or program/policy change
- Evaluate programs and services
- Complete strategic and action planning and implementation
- Engage the community and understand diverse perspectives and experiences
- Facilitate important conversations and decisions
- Conduct research to support evidence-informed decisions
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Sector
- Strengthen Commercial and Medical Affairs capabilities
- Develop compelling commercial and scientific narratives
- Competitively differentiate Brands through customized training
- Develop and facilitate Advisory Boards
- Achieve commercial success
What clients can expect
Senior-led consulting
Every engagement is led by experienced Senior Partners who work directly with clients from discovery through delivery.
Sector-specific expertise
Our work is informed by decades of experience within the industries and sectors we serve, allowing us to contribute quickly and focus on what matters most.
Practical, evidence-informed guidance
Research, experience and collaboration come together to deliver approaches that are practical, actionable and designed to create lasting value.
Local and global perspective
From local initiatives in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada to global pharmaceutical teams, we bring the same commitment to quality, partnership and measurable results.
The people behind Research Power Inc.
RPI is led by two Senior Partners who remain actively involved in every client engagement, bringing decades of experience, strategic insight and sector-specific expertise to the work.
Clare Levin
Senior Partner
Public & community impact sectors
Claudine Szpilfogel
President and Senior Partner
Pharmaceutical & biotechnology sector
When projects call for a larger team or specialized skills, they’re supported by a trusted network of consultants with complementary expertise across research, facilitation, training, evaluation and planning. Together, we build the right team for each project while maintaining the collaborative, senior-led approach our clients value.
Work with us
Let’s explore how our experience and specialized expertise can help move your next initiative forward.
Public & Community Impact
