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The Census Bureau is the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy.

The most comprehensive data available on retail economic activity in the United States.

Annual reports for 10,319 international companies.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics ( BLS) includes workforce current and projected numbers for over 100 industries and sectors

This is a government site that helps connect you with job information in several ways. Like the BLS information, it is concerned with workforce statistics, but it also allows you to go to local levels.

If you are considering recommending a new location or an expansion to a new location, the Census Business Builder is a suite of services that provides selected demographic and economic data from the Census Bureau tailored to specific types of users. You pick your location, and then select the type of information you want about the site: possible competitors, income, housing characteristics, and so on. There are tutorials for using the Business Builder at the website.

This resource lists the latest annual purchases of Americans, divided by age, gender, race, and income level. It is also available for sectors of the country and includes some analysis of the data on the site, as well as the data themselves.

Tapestry gives you insights to help you identify your best customers, optimal sites, and underserved markets. Tapestry Segmentation classifies neighborhoods into 67 unique segments based not only on demographics but also socioeconomic characteristics.

Research reports covering European, UK- specific, and US consumer markets. Results will be market, rather than industry, driven. You can generate reports to analyze market drivers, sizes, trends, market segmentation, and data on consumer attitudes and purchasing habits.

QuickFacts provides statistics for all states and counties, and all cities and towns with a population of 5,000 or more. You can run side-by-side comparisons for up to six locations simultaneously.

The Securities Exchange Commission has annual reports and other documents available for searching.

Simple, step-by-step instructions for creating maps using pre-loaded statistics. Options include demographics, consumer buying patterns, types and numbers of establishments, ethnicity and age variables.

A portal for statistics for market research, especially in consumer and emerging markets. This is data collected and shared between shareholders such as Proctor & Gamble or General Motors. The information is available with attribution and is delivered in presentation and infographic formats.

This is a free, open access source. You can find research and data on over 700,000 commercial and industrial suppliers.

Professional organization for local government leaders, offering resources on best practices, strategic planning, and consulting.

Provides resources on municipal leadership, city innovation, and governance

Includes budgeting, financial planning, and fiscal sustainability guides for local governments.

Offers case studies and consulting insights on improving local government performance.

Represents cities and villages in Ohio, providing advocacy, training, and best practices for local government officials.
Useful for consulting on municipal governance, budgeting, and operations.

Supports Ohio’s county governments with legislative advocacy and resources for county management and development.

Focuses on township governance, policies, and local administration best practices.

Supports regional planning and collaboration among local governments.

A resource for local government sustainability, transportation, and economic development consulting.

Provides financial management resources for local governments.

A network for local government managers and consultants focused on best practices in public administration.

Focuses on nonprofit governance, leadership, and strategic planning.

Provides guidance on nonprofit management, funding, and advocacy.

A nonprofit consulting firm with free resources on strategy, leadership, and impact measurement.

Offers case studies, consulting insights, and research on nonprofit effectiveness.

Grants database, nonprofit financials, and sector analysis.

Offers financial reports, impact evaluations, and operational insights on nonprofits.

The main statewide nonprofit network offering best practices, training, and consulting guidance. Provides governance and leadership development, fundraising strategies, and operational support.

A statewide association for nonprofits and grantmakers. Offers networking, advocacy, and resources for funding strategies.

Supports nonprofits in Northeast Ohio through grants, research, and nonprofit leadership development.

Offers nonprofit management support, professional development, and funding opportunities.