Google Workspace & Business Profile Owners

## **Participant Qualifications**

To ensure the integrity and quality of our insights, we are seeking contributors who meet the following professional criteria:

### **Core Requirement: Profile Ownership**

Applicants must be **active owners or administrators** of a verified **Google Business Profile (GBP)**. We are looking for individuals who engage with the platform regularly to manage their online presence, respond to inquiries, or update business information.

### **Experience & Tenure**

• **Technical Expertise:** No specialized technical background is required beyond a functional understanding of managing your own business listing.

• **Account Maturity:** To provide the most valuable data, we prefer accounts with at least **one year of active history**. However, we welcome applications from newer business owners who demonstrate consistent profile engagement.

### **Industry Representation**

We aim to cultivate a diverse rater pool that reflects the current marketplace. We are actively seeking representatives from the following sectors:

• **Hospitality & Lodging:** Hotels, B&Bs, and specialized accommodations.

• **Food & Beverage:** Restaurants, cafes, and catering services.

• **Retail & Shopping:** Boutique storefronts and specialized commerce.

• **Professional Services:** Trade services, consulting, and consumer-facing agencies.

_Note: While we strive for a broad distribution across these verticals, there is no strict quota per industry. All eligible business owners are encouraged to apply._