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Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, but navigating their dynamic landscape has long been a challenge for financial institutions. The BrightQuery and BAI partnership changes that, delivering unparalleled access to factual, real-time intelligence that redefines how banks and businesses engage with this vital sector.

The collaboration between BrightQuery and BAI (Bank Administration Institute) has yielded a revolutionary solution: the BQ-BAI Small Business Reports. This innovative tool combines BrightQuery’s proprietary data with BAI’s financial expertise to empower institutions with deep insights into the small business economy. From tracking local industry trends to identifying new opportunities for growth, the partnership unlocks data that has historically been inaccessible—until now.

BrightQuery provides unmatched accuracy by sourcing data directly from validated government filings, including IRS, Department of Labor, and 80,000+ state and local agencies. This precision underpins every insight delivered through the BQ-BAI Small Business Reports. Explore our methodology: docs.brightquery.com​.


Re-Imagining Small Business Intelligence

At the heart of the BQ-BAI Small Business Reports is BrightQuery’s position as the sole provider of historical and real-time financial, employment, and payroll data for both public and private U.S. companies. With data sourced from verified government filings, the reports offer unmatched accuracy and depth, covering:

  • 41 million active companies that file taxes.
  • 150 million employees and contacts, including names, titles, and verified contact details.
  • 90 million directors and officers, providing critical insights into leadership structures.

This breadth of coverage allows institutions to gain a comprehensive view of small businesses in their target markets, with data points that go far beyond standard firmographics.

Discover the full scope of our datasets: docs.brightquery.com/record_counts​.


Tailored Insights for Actionable Results

The BQ-BAI Small Business Reports deliver a multi-faceted view of the small business economy, helping financial institutions make informed decisions with confidence. Key features include:

  • Industry-Level Metrics: Analyze trends in employment, payroll, revenue growth, and profitability across sectors and geographies.
  • Geographic Breakdown: Segment data by ZIP code, county, or metropolitan statistical area (MSA) to uncover hyper-local insights.
  • Dynamic Dashboards: Access interactive, real-time filtering capabilities to track the business landscape by industry, state, or revenue size.

For example, banks can use the reports to identify industries experiencing rapid growth, target businesses in need of financial services, and tailor their offerings to meet specific market demands. This granular level of insight drives better decision-making, helping institutions maximize profitability while supporting small business success.

Track revenue, employment, and profitability trends across industries and geographies with precision. BQ’s advanced dashboards make it easy to identify opportunities and mitigate risks. Request a demo of the BQ-BAI Reports: brightquery.com​.


A Comprehensive Approach to Business Intelligence

Beyond the standard reports, the BrightQuery x BAI partnership offers advanced tools for deeper analysis:

  • BQ Terminal Access: Gain on-demand access to the full suite of BrightQuery’s data tools, enabling virtual querying and customized financial analysis.
  • Custom Data Feeds: Integrate segmented business data directly into your internal systems, with breakdowns by industry, revenue, and location.

These tools give institutions the flexibility to scale their insights, whether they’re targeting a specific market segment or analyzing broader economic trends.

Financial institutions rely on BrightQuery to drive deposits and enhance profitability by uncovering local small business trends. Our tools include geographic breakdowns by ZIP, county, and MSA for hyper-local insights.


Fueling Growth and Deposits

BrightQuery and BAI’s shared goal is simple: to empower financial institutions to better serve the small business community while driving deposits and revenue. By leveraging the BQ-BAI Small Business Reports, banks can identify emerging opportunities, build stronger relationships with their clients, and support economic growth at the local level.

For example, insights into new business formations, payroll trends, and industry-specific revenue growth allow institutions to anticipate needs and offer tailored solutions. Whether it’s loans for expanding businesses or deposit accounts for startups, BrightQuery and BAI provide the data-driven foundation for success.


Join the Revolution

As small businesses continue to drive the economy forward, the need for accurate, actionable data has never been greater. BrightQuery and BAI are proud to lead the way, delivering solutions that enable financial institutions to thrive while supporting the communities they serve.

The collaboration between BAI and BrightQuery represents a shared commitment to innovation and data-driven solutions. Together, we’re empowering financial institutions to better understand and serve their markets. Explore the partnership: BAI.org​.

Explore the future of small business intelligence with the BQ-BAI Small Business Reports. Visit BrightQuery.com or call us at 1-888-BQDATA1 to request a demo today.

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