Karey Steifer
Managing Director
Chicago Focus
(312) 755-0720
K.stiefer@chicagofocus.net

Karey Stiefer took on the role as Managing Director of Chicago Focus in 2005. Since taking over the day-to-day management of the facility, her goal has been to make Chicago Focus one of the premier research facilities in the Midwest, and she has done just that.

Karey has more than a decade of experience in qualitative research, and five years of experience in retail sales management. She has learned that the keys to a successful project are attention to detail, and being sensitive to and understanding the needs and expectations of each client.

Karey has a B.S. in Speech Communications from Southern Illinois University and is an active member of MRA.

In her leisure time Karey enjoys the arts, boating and traveling.

Taylor Cohen
Project Manager
Chicago Focus
(312) 755-0720
t.cohen@chicagofocus.net

Taylor Cohen joined the Chicago Focus team as Project Manager in March of 2008. As Project Manager, Taylor is dedicated to ensuring the highest possible quality and service for all projects. She is responsible for overseeing projects from inception to conclusion, including all recruitment activities and client needs.  
 
Prior to joining Chicago Focus, Taylor has held positions as Director of Recruiting, Project Manager and Facility Coordinator.  She has a proven track record with top leaders in the industry who have recognized Taylor's attention to detail, organizational skills and responsiveness.  She continues to educate herself by attending MRA events and taking courses that relate to the industry, with this extensive knowledge she is a great asset for Chicago Focus.    
 
Taylor has a Bachelor of Science in Commerce with a concentration in Management from DePaul University.
 
In her free time, Taylor enjoys being with her Friends and Family, spending time outdoors, traveling and cooking.