Gallup

More than a pollster, Gallup draws from its research and behavioral studies to offer consulting services related to performance management. Other specialties include branding, marketing, and recruiting. The company delivers its services on the Web, through its Gallup University campuses, and through more than 40 global offices. It draws customers from a variety of industries, including automotive, business services, health care, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail. Despite its diversified business offerings, the company is still most famous for its Gallup Poll surveys. The company was founded in 1935 by Dr. George Gallup, a pioneer in the science of polling. It is owned by its employees.