The people who buy from the businesses.
Customers
Systematic gathering, recording, and analyzing of data about a specific issue, situation, or concern.
Market Research
This HBCU’s motto is “Eagle Pride” and it shares a rivalry with NC A&T.
North Carolina Central University

This university is the oldest public university in North Carolina.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

People who work for a company who keep up with the company’s current and potential customers. They find out what customers want?
Salespeople
Data that already exist outside the research study
Secondary Data
Located in Raleigh this HBCUs mascot is a bear.
Shaw University

This prestigious private university is known for its strong medical programs.
Duke University

The contest between organizations that provide similar products or services or that target the same audience of consumers.
Competitors
Collected for the specific research project at hand
Primary Data
The largest HBCU in North Carolina.
North Carolina A&T

Based in Greensboro, and has a Spartan mascot.
UNC Greensboro

People who bring products to the companies. They help businesses get what they need to run the business.
Suppliers/Distributors/Vendors
Two types of Secondary Data
Internal and External Data
"Located in central North Carolina, this HBCUs mascot is the Rams, and it is known for its excellent healthcare and nursing programs."
Winston Salem State University

This private school near Charlotte, has a strong liberal arts reputation and was home to NBA star Stephen Curry.
Davidson College

Current events, industry specific information.
-Ex: Social Media, Magazines, etc...
News, online publications, blogs, and trade journals.
Two types of Primary Data
Quantitative and Qualitative Data
HBCU located in Charlotte. School mascot is a Golden Bulls and its colors are blue and gold.
Johnson C. Smith University

This mountain school is known for its sustainability programs and Mountaineer pride.
Appalachian State University
