Company Directories
- Company Dossier through Nexis UniIn the Company Dossier box, click on “Create a Company List” to create a list of international or U.S. companies by industry, geographic area and revenue. Rank U.S. companies by sales.
- Data Axle Reference Solutions This link opens in a new windowCurrent and historical directories of U.S. businesses and consumers. Search businesses by company name, geographic area, business type, SIC code, revenue, location, number of employees and more. Also includes job and internship listings. For help, see tutorial listed below:
- NetAdvantage This link opens in a new windowClick on 'Quick Screener' under Screening tab (top toolbar) to search companies by Industry, Geography, and keyword (in Business Description).
For in-depth company Information, see Company Information Sources.
Corporate Affiliations / International
- UniWorld Online This link opens in a new windowAn online directory of business contact information for headquarters, subsidiaries, and branches of multinational firms with offices in another country, covering over 200 countries and 20,000 industries. Previously released as two separate directories under the Uniworld label: "American firms operating in foreign countries" and "Foreign firms operating in the United States."
Specialized Directories
- CB Insights This link opens in a new window
CB Insights tracks global venture capital, angel investment, private equity, M&A, and IPO activity related to private companies. It also offers API and data feeds solutions.
Access to CB Insights requires that you create an individual account using your BU email address. Off-campus access requires using the VPN.
- GuideStar: The National Database of Nonprofit Organizations This link opens in a new window
Guidestar, part of Candid, provides information on the missions, finances, programs, and management of nonprofit organizations, including foundations, public charities, and others. Search by name, keyword, city or state, nonprofit type (public charity, private operating foundation, or private nonoperating foundation), or income range.
- Winmo This link opens in a new windowDirectory of advertising agencies, key clients and brands, includes media expenditures and sample ads.
