CEO / Founder
Timothy Treagus is the founder of Yazi, a Cape Town-based platform reshaping market research across emerging markets. With a background in entrepreneurship and a keen interest in tech-driven solutions, Tim is deeply curious about how technology can open up access to more robust, diverse methodologies in research. His work is grounded in a commitment to designing solutions that address real-world challenges, especially in reaching communities often overlooked by traditional data collection methods.
Tim’s approach combines tech innovation with thoughtful problem-solving, whether through AI or tools tailored to Africa’s unique connectivity landscape. Passionate about advancing research methodologies, Tim brings an insightful, forward-thinking perspective to the industry, from leveraging WhatsApp for high engagement to creating impactful, accessible research experiences.
In this episode, we talk with Tim Treagus founder of Yazi and dive into the transformative role of WhatsApp and chat-based platforms in modern research. We explore the unique advantages of WhatsApp for consumer research in em...