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The AQR Parker Prize will be presented to a person under 30 years old with up to 3 years’ experience who works, in any capacity, within the research industry.
Ken Parker truly championed all aspects of our industry, including field recruitment, viewing facilities and platforms and we would love that to reflect in our nominees. Since its inception the award has attracted nominations from all sectors of our industry. Nominees do not have to be client facing to be entered for this award.
Who can you think of? Please consider nominating an exceptional colleague for this special award.
The award will recognise someone with a flair, charisma and passion for their job. They are a person who deserves to be recognised for not only doing their job well, but for doing it brilliantly.
The Parker family and other judges relish the chance to hear directly from sparky, inspirational people who are at the start of their careers in this industry we love so much. As well as having the opportunity to meet shortlisted candidates, we’re also encouraging them to pen a few words or submit a short video as part of the nomination.
This is an Award that champions lively, talented people. We want to see what makes them tick so we can reward and help fuel their passion!
And for the lucky winner…
The AQR Parker Prize for Emerging Talent will be presented by Trish Parker, the Parker family and the sponsors on 25th June 2026 during AQR's Summer Party and following the AQR conference.
Ken Parker, after whom the prize is named, was passionate about helping young people develop their passions.
The winner of the AQR Parker Prize for Emerging Talent will receive access to a prize-fund of £500, to be spent on any form of personal development over the following year. They will also receive a year’s free membership to AQR.
Hear from last year’s winner: Coco Ravan, Magenta Research
“ Winning the AQR Parker Prize for Emerging Talent has been a transformative experience and has opened up loads of opportunities personally and professionally”
Deadline for submissions is mid-day Thursday 23rd April 2026
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