Conversation so far:
Who developed Captain Marvel?
writer Bill Parker.
Where were they developed?
CANNOTANSWER.
What were some inspirations for DC Comics?
Ralph Daigh decided it would be best to combine the team of six into one hero who would embody all six powers.
Why did they think that would be best?
Beck was recruited to design and illustrate Parker's story, rendering it in a direct, somewhat cartoony style.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
Fawcett found it could not trademark "Captain Thunder", "Flash Comics", or "Thrill Comics", because all three names were already in use.
Is that why it was named Captain Marvel?
Pete Costanza suggested changing Captain Thunder's name to "Captain Marvelous", which the editors shortened to "Captain Marvel".

Question: What other inspirations did they have for the story?
Self-contained rewrite: What other inspirations did DC comicshave for the story, besides combining the team into one hero?