J.D. Power is a global marketing research and consulting firm that provides consumer insights, data analytics, and advisory services to a variety of industries, including automotive, financial services, healthcare, insurance, and telecommunications. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Westlake Village, California. J.D. Power is known for its customer satisfaction surveys and rankings, which are widely used by businesses and consumers alike. The company has over 1,500 employees and operates offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.