Founded in 1933, AIER is an independent non-profit research and educational organization. Through regular publications, we keep our members informed about important economic and financial issues.

created: 06 Nov 2003 by mflesner ::: updated: 06 Nov 2003

Enter a business category and state (or city) and retrieve a list.

created: 15 Nov 2003 by mflesner ::: updated: 27 Jan 2006

This site includes information about developing business and marketing plans. Resources include several examples of general and specialized plans and planning wizards to help you create your own.

created: 07 Nov 2003 by mbuhmann ::: updated: 27 Jan 2006

From the Cook County Clerk's Office, this site provides information and downloadable forms for filing an Application for Certification of your Assumed Business Name.

created: 07 Nov 2003 by mbuhmann ::: updated: 07 Nov 2003

This comprehensive directory to business links compiles exceptionally useful work-related, as well as lifestyle and travel, resources for active business executives.

created: 15 Jul 2004 by equinlan ::: updated: 15 Jul 2004

NAICS has replaced the U.S. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system. It can be used to locate companies within a particular industry.

created: 06 Nov 2003 by mflesner ::: updated: 06 Nov 2003

Search the 1987 SIC manual by keyword, to access descriptive information for a specified 4-digit SIC. Many business directories use the SIC system, though it has been replaced by the NAICS.

created: 06 Nov 2003 by mflesner ::: updated: 06 Nov 2003

Find company or product manufactured in North America; search by product, company or brand name.

created: 06 Nov 2003 by mflesner ::: updated: 06 Nov 2003