Mary Ellen Bates

Mary Ellen Bates is the founder and principal of Bates Information Services Inc., a renowned brand in the information industry. With over 15 years of experience managing corporate information centers and specialized libraries, Mary Ellen established her business in 1991. Her primary objective was to provide high-end research and analysis services to strategic decision-makers.

Mary Ellen's diverse projects have covered a wide range of subjects such as market analysis for second-hand Blackhawk helicopters, biotech manufacturing process safety, background checks on hedge fund managers, and Australian wine trends. She is also a prolific writer, instructor, and speaker, with expertise in various aspects of the information industry. Her keynote speeches at conferences worldwide make her an engaging and highly sought-after speaker.

In addition to her professional services, Mary Ellen has authored seven books, numerous white papers, and ebooks sponsored by information companies. She has also been offering coaching services to solopreneurs since 2006, drawing from her own experiences and those of the hundreds of entrepreneurs she has mentored. Mary Ellen believes in the power of community and actively contributes to professional associations and non-profit organizations.

Her dedication and expertise have earned her several awards and recognition, including being a Fellow of the Association of Independent Information Professionals. Mary Ellen holds a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from the University of California at Berkeley, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of California at Santa Barbara. Moreover, she is an avid photographer, hiker, and backyard beekeeper, sharing her life with her two dogs in the scenic foothills of the Rocky Mountains near Boulder, Colorado.

At Bates Information Services, Mary Ellen offers a breadth of services, including research and analysis for business decision-makers, coaching for solopreneurs, resources for solopreneurs, online learning, and insightful articles and books on various topics. Her brand embodies her commitment to providing invaluable information and guidance to individuals and organizations in need