Our Story
Our mission is to deliver accurate, objective insights.
In this increasingly fast-paced world where misinformation is spreading with dangerous consequences, we want to make a clear statement: Reliable data matters. In fact, it is key. We believe top-quality polling and research helps define the objective truth which is a very important endeavour in today’s society.
That’s where we come in.
At DemosAU, we’re trusted by organisations across Australia to deliver trusted insights to support campaigns and decision making. We have a proven track record of providing objective, reliable data and deep insights and analysis to both clients and the Australian public.
We use innovation and digital technology every stop of the way and work with you to help you achieve your goals.
We’re proudly a member of the Australian Polling Council and a Corporate Partner of The Research Society – demonstrating our strong commitment to transparency in our published research and to upholding best industry practices in everything that we do.
Our team is passionate about helping businesses and organisations succeed and do better. See our news and research page for some select examples of our work.
Our People
George Hasanakos
Director, Head of Research
George Hasanakos has over a decade of political experience, working as political advisor to the Queensland Premier, Treasurer and and Speaker of the Queensland Parliament.
With lengthy experience in winning political campaigns, George’s analysis of polling insights, demographic data, target seats and electoral trends is highly valued in Queensland political circles.
Furthermore, his valued polling insights have seen him interviewed and quoted across numerous nationwide broadcast, print and online media outlets.
George says, “Unlike words and campaigns, numbers are an objective measurement that can be relied upon. Numbers help us make sense of the world.”
Evan Schwarten
Director
Evan Schwarten has more than two decades experience across journalism, research and politics. He spent more than a decade as a reporter for Australian Associated Press, where the mantra was “get it right, then get it first” – a focus on clear, accurate and unbiased information that has helped form the ethos of DemosAU.
He has also worked as a consultant and campaigner on political and industrial campaigns, always with a focus on high quality data as a foundation.
Why the name DemosAU?
Demos is the Greek word for people, which is what we specialise in - understanding people’s attitudes and behaviours. The name is also a nod to the proud Greek heritage of our Co-Founder and Head of Research George Hasanakos.
We will help your business or organisation to:
- Achieve your Strategic Goals
- Understand your Dream Customers
- Help you decide which Direction to take with a new product or idea
- Measure the impact of your Messaging and Campaigns
- Get exposure for your issue
- Protect your Brand. Enhance your Reputation.