FUEL CYCLE

About FUEL CYCLE

Established in 2005, Fuel Cycle operates as a market research technology firm headquartered in Los Angeles. The company provides an all-in-one platform designed to help businesses connect with customers, capture insights, and make faster, more informed decisions. Eran Gilad serves as the President and CEO, bringing a background in business development and extensive experience in the technology industry, including degrees from Harvard Business School and Lund University. He previously held leadership roles at companies like Tracx and Starhome Mach, and is also a Managing Partner at Scopus Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm.

The company's core offering is its Research Engine, a SaaS-based online community platform that enables organizations to engage with their key audiences for continuous and agile research. This platform integrates both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, allowing clients to conduct a wide array of studies such as discussion boards, beta testing, user interviews, diary studies, surveys, and live chats. It is designed to be a do-it-yourself solution, providing businesses the autonomy to run research projects quickly without relying on internal teams. The platform also features advanced analytics, automated data visualization, and the ability to integrate data from various sources like CRMs and marketing automation software for a more holistic view of the customer.

Fuel Cycle serves a diverse client base that includes Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies across industries such as financial services, healthcare, and technology. Notable clients include Sonos, Carhartt, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Ulta Beauty. The business generates revenue through its SaaS model, with clients subscribing to the platform. By unifying market research and user experience data, the platform helps companies accelerate product innovation, enhance brand durability, and drive sustainable growth. The company has also made strategic acquisitions, such as Getcurious, to bolster its user experience and AI capabilities.