D.C. The original business purpose is to conduct research on any question for any company in any industry. The Advisory Board begins special strategic research division for financial services industry.
Membership includes every major retail bank in North America within four years.
The Advisory Board begins special strategic research division for health care industry. Membership surpasses 1,500 preeminent hospitals and health systems in 10 years. The Advisory Board begins special strategic research division serving headquarters for the world's largest corporations. Membership includes almost half of Fortune 500 within first 18 months. David G. Bradley, Chairman of The Advisory Board Company, purchases the National Journal Group, a leading publisher of magazines, newsletters, books, and directories for individuals with a professional interest in politics, policy, and government.