The people behind NextON Services

Seasoned online-research veterans leading business development, client relations and operations across the globe.

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Our leadership

Naim Qadar

Founder & CEO

Founder and CEO at NextON Services, Naim Qadar is an online research veteran. His success story is built on experience and understanding of the opinions of target audiences. His work with leading market research providers: uSamp, Springboard Research, Greenfield Online and others, has fostered meaningful engagement with individuals across communities and geographies.

Now based in Dubai, UAE, Naim leads business development, client relations and overall operations for NextON Services. He is a Graduate in Statistics (Hons) and holds an MBA in Marketing (Major) & IT (Minor).

Saurabh K

SVP, Sales & Operations

Saurabh has over 12 years of experience in market research. He worked with uSamp (acquired by Dynata), a US-based market research provider, before joining NextON Services.

Now based in New Delhi, he leads business development, client relations and overall operations. Saurabh is a Graduate in Computer Science and holds an MBA in Marketing & Human Resource Management.

Afsar Ali

CTO & Head of Emerging Technologies

Afsar Ali is a technology strategist and digital transformation leader with over 25 years of experience across technology consulting, business automation, data analytics and enterprise software. He has designed and delivered AI-powered solutions, workflow automation, business intelligence platforms and cloud applications for industries including market research, hospitality, healthcare and customer experience.

As CTO & Head of Emerging Technologies, Afsar leads NextON Services' technology vision, innovation roadmap and digital transformation initiatives — helping global clients apply AI, intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making to improve efficiency, reduce costs and unlock new revenue streams.

We are always looking for great people

A fun, casual, growth-oriented environment across the UAE, US, UK and India. Explore current openings and grow your career with us.

Data-driven market research and expert research management, trusted by 100+ global clients across 35+ countries. USA: (+1) 818-453-1793 · UAE: (+971) 50-941-9689 · info@nextonservices.com

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About this company

Founded in 2013, NextON Services delivers data-driven market research and research management for organizations across global markets. Its services include full-service research, proprietary B2C, B2B and healthcare panels, sampling, data collection, survey programming, data processing, charting and reporting. The company states that it has completed more than 100 million surveys and served more than 100 clients across over 35 countries.

Founded 2013. Headquartered in United Arab Emirates.

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Frequently asked questions

What is NextON Services?
NextON Services is a UAE-based market research company founded in 2013 that provides data-driven research, research management, sampling, analytics and API-driven automation.
Who can NextON Services recruit for research?
Its stated audiences include skilled trades and field professionals, small business and franchise owners, professional services providers, corporate executives and HR, IT and marketing decision-makers.
How does NextON Services protect research quality?
The company uses technology-based engagement, respondent validation by a dedicated quality team, more than 30 profiling points per panelist and NextON SCORE to flag fraudulent B2B respondents.
How much experience does NextON Services have?
NextON Services has operated since 2013 and states that it has completed more than 100 million surveys for more than 100 global clients across over 35 countries.
Does NextON Services offer API access?
Yes. The company offers API integration and API-driven automation for real-time data access across the research lifecycle.
How can a prospective client get started with NextON Services?
A prospective client can submit the request-for-quote form so a business expert can discuss the project's needs.
Who is the Founder and CEO of NextON Services?
Naim Qadar is the Founder and CEO of NextON Services. An online research veteran, he has worked with leading market research providers including uSamp, Springboard Research and Greenfield Online. He is based in Dubai, UAE, holds a Graduate degree in Statistics (Hons) and an MBA in Marketing (Major) & IT (Minor).
What is Saurabh K's role at NextON Services?
Saurabh K is SVP, Sales & Operations at NextON Services. Based in New Delhi, he has over 12 years of experience in market research and previously worked with uSamp (acquired by Dynata). He holds a Graduate degree in Computer Science and an MBA in Marketing & Human Resource Management.
What experience does Afsar Ali bring to NextON Services?
Afsar Ali serves as CTO & Head of Emerging Technologies at NextON Services. He is a technology strategist with over 25 years of experience in technology consulting, business automation, data analytics and enterprise software. He leads the company's technology vision, innovation roadmap and digital transformation initiatives, helping global clients apply AI, intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making.
Where is the NextON Services leadership team based?
Founder & CEO Naim Qadar is based in Dubai, UAE, and SVP Saurabh K is based in New Delhi. NextON Services operates a fun, casual, growth-oriented environment across the UAE, US, UK and India.
How can I contact NextON Services?
NextON Services can be reached by phone at (+1) 818-453-1793 (USA) or (+971) 50-941-9689 (UAE), or by email at info@nextonservices.com.
Does NextON Services have career openings?
Yes. NextON Services describes a fun, casual, growth-oriented environment and offers career openings across the UAE, US, UK and India.

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