BARE International
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Customer experience, brand assessment, market research |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Founder | Dale Bare, Michael Bare |
| Headquarters | Fairfax , United States |
Area served | North America, South America, Europe, Asia, over 100 countries worldwide |
Key people | Dale Bare (CEO), Michael Bare (President) |
Number of employees | Over 500,000 independent contractors |
| Website | www |
Bare Associates International operates as a privately held firm focused on customer experience, conducting brand standard assessments, audits, and inspections throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. With clientele spanning more than 100 countries, its main headquarters is situated in Fairfax, Virginia.
History
The company was established in 1987 by Dale and Michael Bare under the name "Restaurant & Hotel Services." Following the launch of its initial international branch in Antwerp, Belgium, it adopted the name Bare Associates International in 1999. Today, it maintains additional offices in cities such as Mumbai, Beijing, Budapest, Singapore, São Paulo, and Santiago. Globally, the organization utilizes a network of over 500,000 independent contractors who perform covert evaluations.
Founders
Michael Bare holds the position of president and co-founder and participates on the board of the Mystery Shopping Providers Association, an entity dedicated to fostering ethical standards and preventing fraud within the industry. He is also affiliated with the International Society of Hospitality Consultants. Dale Bare serves as CEO and is connected with the Women's Business Enterprise National Council; she was recognized as a finalist for Enterprise Magazine's 2009 Enterprising Women of the Year Award.
Honors
Bare Associates International achieved recognition on the INC 5000 list of America's fastest-expanding companies for three consecutive years, advancing its placement from 2717 in 2007 to 1887 by 2009. The company also attained a Top 500 ranking from Diversity Business during both 2009 and 2010.