Davila Applied Anthropological Research (DAAR)
Using Applied Anthropology to Support a More Equitable Society through responsible Governance
WHO WE ARE
VALUE AND TRADITION
Founded by leading Anthropological Researcher, Miguel Angel Davila, DAAR is a bi-lingual, boutique data research and business advisory firm that serves a broad array of clients that include start-ups, small businesses, more established firms, not-for-profits, and disabled entrepreneurs.
Our Anthropological Approach combines the value of traditional research methodologies with the ability to garner a deeper understanding of market conditions and business operations, resulting in better outcomes for our clients and partners.
WHAT WE DO FOR OUR CLIENTS
Relevant Statistics That Matter
DAAR enables our clients to more efficiently target market opportunities and improve business conditions by providing custom research, data, and business analysis through the lens of Applied Anthropology (more about Applied Anthropology and how it can benefit your business can be found here).
We save our clients time and money while improving business operations and results. Our proprietary methodologies and use of applied anthropology uncover insights that are often not found by traditional research methods and organizations.
Our services can be catered to a wide array of budgets, timing, and needs, delivered with hands-on involvement from our founder to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
WHO WE WORK FOR
Research Tailored to your Business
DAAR is a a bi-lingual, boutique data research and business advisory firm that serves a broad array of clients from start-ups and small businesses to more established, larger firms. Our work spans the for-profit and not-for-profit arenas, with an additional focus on providing specialized services to business run by and for members of the disabled community.
We engage with organizations that seek to better understand their market potential, increase profits through customer or market insights, and/or companies who seek advice on how to improve or streamline business processes. Whether you seek data to guide a new company launch or look to streamline operations for a third-generation business, DAAR provides tools and resources designed to improve your bottom line, catered to your needs and budget.
OUR SERVICES
We’ll Help You Along The Way
DAAR empowers our clients and partnering organizations to make more informed decisions that result in better business operations, more streamlined processes and increased revenues, profitability, and improving return on investment.
From budget friendly options that include off-the-shelf data sets to custom research reports and top-to-bottom business operations assessments, our goal is to provide you with a work product that offers clear and actionable recommendations.
Data Solutions
DAAR offers a full array of Data Solutions to serve companies of all shapes and sizes. From budget friendly data sets to custom reports, Data represents the core information that you need to make informed choices. Our team includes some of the nation’s best experts in how to find and extrapolate the Data that will drive positive returns for your business.
Workplace & Efficiency Consulting
Do you seek to improve operations to drive positive results? Perhaps your processes can be more streamlined, or your personnel better utilized. DAAR’s workplace and efficiency consulting practice provides you with actionable steps designed to increase revenues, decrease overhead, and improve your bottom line. From surveys, to workshops, to focus groups, we apply Business Anthropology to understand the best ways to improve your business outcomes.
Custom Research Reports
Sometimes raw Data itself is not enough. For businesses who need a more targeted deep dive to drive results, we offer a full array of custom research reports to that enable you to more clearly understand market conditions and opportunities, positioning your business to take the actions necessary for sustained success.
Observational Consulting Practice
As Anthropologists, our passion is to better understand the human condition and behavior through observation and research. DAAR’s Observational Consulting Practice taps this unique approach utilizing an immersive approach whereby we embed ourselves in the day-to-day activity of your company to provide insights and recommendations designed to overcome today’s challenges and improve tomorrow’s outcomes.
How We Work
A Practical and Strategic Approach
Our custom data, research reports, and business operations assessments provide our clients with clear and actionable recommendations. By leveraging our founder’s unique expertise in the field of anthropological research, DAAR provides research tools and assessments that provide keen insights which would not be unearthed by traditional consulting or research firms.
We believe social problems have a tremendous impact on human development and advancement, yet are too often overlooked – especially in the field of business consulting. These problems could be addressed through anthropological research that can help us understand the human condition and social problems, and thus obtain actionable insights into everyday human challenges – including those faced by your team members, management, and ownership.
Our unique business model makes research practices and services refreshing and engaging, allowing our members to interact with us and each other. This engagement is what separates our corporate objectives from the models of more traditional research firms, consultancies, and think tanks.
MODERN PERSPECTIVES
About Applied Anthropology and Your Business
Providing Insight & Strategic Direction
Applied anthropology is a dynamic field within the broader discipline of anthropology that focuses on the practical application of anthropological theories, methods, and knowledge to address real-world problems and challenges. It encompasses a range of subfields, including urban anthropology, medical anthropology, business anthropology, environmental anthropology, and development anthropology. Through collaboration with stakeholders and a commitment to social justice, applied anthropologists strive to create positive change and promote cultural understanding and respect.
Business anthropologists apply their knowledge of culture, consumer behavior, and organizational dynamics to help companies understand diverse markets, design inclusive products and services, and develop effective marketing strategies. They conduct market research, consumer surveys, and ethnographic studies to uncover consumer preferences, cultural meanings attached to products, and social dynamics within organizations. By providing insights into cultural nuances and local contexts, applied anthropologists help businesses adapt their practices and strategies to specific cultural environments, leading to more successful and sustainable outcomes. They also contribute to creating inclusive work environments that value diversity and promote cultural understanding.
Through the lens of Applied and Business Anthropology, DAAR zero’s in on critical issues facing your business, providing a level of insight and strategic direction not found by traditional research and consultancy firms. To learn more about our services, please click here.
OUR CLIENTS STORIES
"As a start up, I utilized Davila Applied Anthropological Research for marketing, statistical trends and demographical data with a focus on creating pitch decks and other communications for investors and applying for grants. Miguel’s team provided much needed insight on what marketing angles would be most effective. This service is a must have for companies looking to scale their growth. Kudos to Davila Anthropological Research Company!!!"
“We went to Miguel during a critical time in our organizational life cycle, as we were seeking to improve our fundraising efforts while building much needed partnerships. Miguel’s professional and expertise were unmatched, as he conducted research, analyzed data, built reports, and created presentation decks. Working with our leadership team, Miguel smartly and inventively found alignment between his passion for anthropology with the practical development needs of a non-profit.”
Contact Us
Let's Connect
Location
157 E 86th St #481 New York, NY 10028
Contact
(929) 365-1202
founder@daar.llc
Hours
M-F : 9am - 5pm
Saturday : 11am - 4pm
Sunday : Closed