DIRS is a small Washington State–based company using the intersection of scientific rigor and practice to design, administer, and report on how people interact with their built environment. We are a team of dynamic, highly skilled research professionals passionate about community, data, accuracy, and delivering exceptional results with real-world outcomes.
Gillian Marshall, PhD
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Local and part of the community we serve.
Scientific rigor paired with practical, real-world expertise.
Every team member holds a PhD with 10+ years in community health and research design.
A multidisciplinary team spanning six applied fields.
We are a multidisciplinary team with expertise in: applied psychology, child development, economics, education, public health and social work.
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Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce 2024–2025 | Process Evaluation: mixed-methods data collection and analysis for the CBC pilot program, culminating in a final report with recommendations. |
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City of Seattle 2023–present | Research Project: designed and implemented surveys and community listening sessions, data collection & analysis, final report with actionable recommendations. Economic Impact Study: analysis of existing data to measure a contract’s direct and indirect economic impact on the community. |
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King County 2023–present | Program Evaluation: designed evaluation frameworks and performance measures, conducted mixed-methods data collection and analysis, and delivered a final report with recommendations. |
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Sound Transit 2023–present | Research Study: conducted one-on-one interviews and focus groups — study design, protocols, questionnaires, data collection, analysis, and report. |
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