The only focus group facility you'll need for the state of Maryland.


COLUMBIA FOCUS, located in HOWARD COUNTY, MARYLAND is able to boast close proximity to two important markets:  BALTIMORE AND WASHINGTON, DC

• Dynamic/Diverse/Distinct

Columbia Focus can connect the market research professional to the residents of this nationally recognized region.  A region that has captured national attention by being:  RANKED AS THE FOURTH BEST PLACE TO LIVE (Money Magazine), RANKED AS BEST EDUCATED (Adults over 25) by THE US CENSUS BUREAU, RANKED AS ONE OF THE TOP EIGHT GOOD SPORTS COMMUNIITES (Sports Illustrated) and RANKED AS THE SECOND MOST TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED COMMUNITY IN THE US (US Today).

• Moderator Cooperative

Need a moderator?  Let Columbia Focus match your project needs with one of a dozen independent market research professionals who can assist and complement your research team

• State-wide recruiting / Project Management

Need to conduct groups in another part of the state? We can recruit from any county in Maryland! And through our statewide partnerships, we are able to hold groups in just about any region of the state.

• MBE Certified

Columbia Focus is a certified Minority Business Enterprise.


WHY HOWARD COUNTY, MARYLAND?.....Ideally located in the Mid-Atlantic Region, Howard County has a diverse, well-educated population......24.6% have graduate or professional degrees compared with 14.4% in Maryland and 8.9% nationwide......Median household income is $82,900; the highest in the state of Maryland.....Howard County puts you directly between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD - two important and distinct markets.....WHY HOWARD COUNTY, MARYLAND?........