Executive advisory

Actaeon Solutions is an independent advisory practice for executives, founders and investment funds in defense, intelligence and dual-use technology markets. Founded in 2022 by Frank Sawicki after 26 years with the U.S. Department of Defense, it works across advisory board placement, technology and venture due diligence, and governance and scaling. It is a certified Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in North Carolina, USA.

advisory board placementgovernance and scalingoperational assessmentsprocess and compliance mappingProgram Modernizationtechnology and venture due diligencetechnology vetting

AeroHuman Executive Advisors provides independent board service and executive advisory services for the aviation and aerospace industries, from startups to large corporations. Based in Colorado, it combines strategic insight with military and civilian operational expertise and builds strategic partnerships, with experience in aviation innovation, operations and commercialization.

independent board servicestrategic partnership building

Alexander Advisory & Assurance Services (AA&AS) is a small, woman-owned Certified Public Accountant (CPA) advisory firm headquartered in Maryland, founded in 2023 by Scoey Alexander and other founding members. It provides government entities with cost-effective consultation focused on financial and IT audit readiness, financial statement audit preparation, compliance advisory, and program management support.

audit readinessfunctional leadershipProgram Managementrisk management advisoryStrategic planning

Allen Ethan Management Consulting is a veteran-owned advisory firm based in Colorado and serving clients locally, nationally, and abroad. It combines executive advisory, operational analysis, and workforce development to help leaders solve decisions that cross functions, suppliers, systems, and stakeholders. The firm is an SDVOSB and SBA certified, Colorado Verified Diverse, Small, and Veteran Business.

affordability and cost engineeringenterprise decision managementglobal health logisticsgovernment acquisition supportOperational AnalysisProcurementstrategic sourcingsupply chain transformationtraining and simulationworkforce development

ANspired Consulting LLC is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and helps agribusinesses, associations, institutions and other organizations navigate change, foster growth, and achieve meaningful results. Its services include issue analysis and strategy development, coalition building and relationship management, and executive advisory. The firm draws on over 30 years of leadership at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, including senior executive roles in the Agricultural Marketing Service, with expertise in agriculture policy development and organizational

agriculture policy developmentcoalition buildingOrganizational leadershipRelationship ManagementStakeholder engagementstrategy development

Apstax Solutions is a veteran-owned technology company helping government and defense organizations modernize how they plan, build, and deliver mission-critical software. It combines Agile transformation, DevSecOps practices, and artificial intelligence to improve decision-making, accelerate software delivery, and reduce execution risk. Its flagship platform, SkyGlass Nova, provides AI-assisted mission planning, backlog management, release forecasting, executive intelligence, and end-to-end traceability.

agile software developmentAgile trainingagile transformationAI-assisted decision supportDevSecOpsDigital Engineeringinfrastructure managementoperational intelligenceworkshops and webinars

BLKCloud Solutions gives start-ups, small and mid-tier federal contractors prime-level expertise in Data, AI/ML, Cloud and Cyber, delivered through its Additional Capacity Model (ACM) and guided by its BLKCloud Customer Engagement Model (BCEM). It is veteran-owned and operator-led, founded by CEO Brian L. Keith, a former Microsoft Federal and IBM Watson executive leader and Navy veteran.

AI/ML & Agentic Systemscloud modernizationCybersecurity ComplianceData Platforms & Analyticsengagement strategy

Bravanti helps leaders, people, and organizations find the power within to lead bravely and be prepared to meet challenges and seize opportunities. Its services include executive coaching, executive team coaching, new leader and team acceleration, leadership acceleration, and outplacement/career transition, including executive advisory and Next Act. Bravanti is headquartered in Chicago, IL, and has consultants across the country and around the world.

Building coaching capabilityExecutive coachingleadership developmentOutplacement and career transitionteam coaching

CLT & Associates is a premium B2B advisory that partners with executives to strengthen leadership, drive execution, navigate change, and prepare workforces for AI.

AI readinessChange managementleadership development

Cannon Enterprises LLC is a diversified holding company supporting professional services, publishing, Knowledge Management ventures, executive engagements, and mission-driven initiatives. Its portfolio includes Knoco International, KnocoUSA, Cannon-Lear Publishing, mediation services, speaking and media engagements, and A Time 2 Remember. It combines executive leadership with practical delivery across government and commercial environments.

AI-enabled business processesanalytics and dashboardsAPI integrationbusiness intelligencedata and information managementfacilitationMediationmentoringMicrosoft 365 and SharePoint integrationoperating-model developmentPower Platform integrationpublishingStrategic planningtraining and workshopsWorkflow Automation

CataPoint Consulting LLC is a specialized consultancy focused on technology transformation, portfolio management, and leadership development for CIOs and transformation leaders. Founded by Lauri Accardi, it helps organizations align strategy, portfolios, and delivery teams so technology investments translate into measurable business outcomes, offering portfolio and PMO strategy, agile ways of working, executive advisory, and leadership coaching.

agile transformationleadership coachingorganizational change managementPMO strategyportfolio management

Chris Kolenda (Colonel Ret. Christopher D. Kolenda, Ph.D.) works with CEOs, senior executives, and leadership teams to build self-reliant, proactive, and accountable teams through his 3-Discipline Leadership System. He provides leadership consulting, executive advisory support, keynote speaking, workshops, and off-sites, drawing on military, business, and academic experience.

company off-sitesExecutive coachingKeynote speakingLeadership consultingworkshops

Commanders LLC is a boutique management consulting firm specializing in organizational change management and federal transformation. With over 15 years of experience guiding Fortune 50 companies and federal agencies through complex transitions, it bridges technical implementation and human adoption. Its principals have led transformation initiatives across defense, financial services, and commercial sectors.

AI adoption enablementchange analytics and adoption measurementChange managementproduct and operating model designProject managementstrategic communicationsstrategic consultingtraining and capability building

Croix Connect has provided executive level expertise to companies and government agencies since 2001. In the commercial sector it develops leaders individually and in group settings, facilitating monthly peer groups with top executives, working with executive teams, and offering an Executive Whisperer service. For government clients it also provides technology solutions including telecommunication solutions, digital transformation and software development, as a verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

Digital transformationExecutive coachingpeer advisory groupssoftware developmentteam building assessmentstelecommunication solutions

Culture Index is an executive advisory firm that combines behavioral data, strategic structure, and executive guidance to help leaders make talent decisions. Its products include CI Survey, C-Job, C-Engage, C-Hire, and C-Metrics, supported by Executive Advisors with 550+ combined years of expertise.

behavioral assessmentperformance ROI trackingrole benchmarkingstructured hiringtalent acquisition automation

D6Squared, Inc. is a Northern Virginia-based technology and professional services company providing IT, program management, facilities management, security, and consulting solutions to organizations that depend on reliable, secure, and mission-focused operations.

application developmentbusiness & technology consultingCloud MigrationCybersecurity Information Assuranceelectronic security systems consultingexecutive mentoringfacilities managementincident managementIT program & project managementIT Service Managementleadership developmentnetwork engineering & infrastructureStrategic planning

Dead Reckoning Industries, LLC (DRI) is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland and Bonita Springs, FL. Established in 2020, DRI provides consulting and project management solutions to government, private, and non-profit organizations, including management, process improvement, marketing, fundraising, and IT network solutions. DRI also delivers senior-level program leadership, acquisition strategy, and enterprise risk management expertise to federal agencies, defense organizations, and mission-driven institutions.

acquisition strategyConsultingEnterprise risk managementfundraisingIT network solutionsmarketingorganizational transformationPerformance Improvementprogram and portfolio managementProject managementRegulatory compliance

Eason Keystone Group LLC is a consulting and compliance solutions firm specializing in executive advisory, project management, auditing, EHS compliance, and technical staffing. They partner with clients across the energy and industrial sectors to deliver measurable results built on integrity, innovation, and operational excellence. Based in Houston, Texas.

auditingEHS complianceProject managementTechnical Staffing

HigherEdu Business Solutions is a financial consulting firm focused exclusively on colleges and universities. It provides customized financial solutions covering day-to-day operations and long-term financial planning, including financial planning & analysis, budget management, regulatory compliance, and executive advisory. Founder Tonya D. Walker serves as a Fractional CFO, and the firm serves higher education institutions nationwide from Atlanta, GA.

budget managementfinancial consultingfinancial planning & analysisfractional CFO servicesRegulatory compliance

EVOTEK is a technology consulting firm founded in 2014 in San Diego, California by Cesar Enciso. It provides practitioner-led services across cybersecurity, AI, cloud, networking, digital platforms, and executive advisory, serving Fortune 1000 clients with a vendor-agnostic approach and 200+ technology partners.

AI governancecloud securitycybersecuritydigital platform architecture and automationnetwork infrastructure design and deploymenttechnology rationalizationZero Trust Architecture

Expera Consulting helps marketing and communications leaders in regulated organizations get more from their existing AI investments. The firm plans, builds, and measures AI initiatives, working directly with client teams from first session to final measure. Expera operationalizes Outcome Architecture, a framework developed by Catherine Richards explaining why AI investment isn't converting to results in many enterprises. Engagements follow an Assess, Design, Build sequence covering governance gaps, decision rights, operating models, and leadership commun

AI governance designdata integrityleadership communications planningoperating model designorganizational change managementsecurity

Fierce Financial Services is a Woman, Minority, and Disability Owned strategic financial and business advisory firm founded by Terese Alexander. It provides integrated financial, operational, nonprofit, and strategic advisory support to help organizations strengthen financial foundations, improve operational performance, and align strategy with execution. Services include fractional CFO support, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, grant management, donor and board reporting, compliance, strategic planning, governance, and change management.

board reportingbudgetingCash flow managementChange managementcompliancedonor reportingforecastingfractional CFO supportgovernancegrant managementorganizational developmentstrategic financial leadershipStrategic planning

Fireside partners with organizations facing complex, high-consequence challenges through expert emergency preparedness, crisis response, and resilience planning. It helps leaders navigate uncertainty, make informed decisions under pressure, and safeguard people, operations, and reputation, collaborating directly with leadership teams to bring structure, confidence, and calm to critical moments.

air ambulance coordinationaviation investigative consultationcrew resource managementcrisis communications trainingcrisis responseemergency preparednessfull scale drillshazardous event monitoringhumanitarian coordinationpersonal effects managementrepatriation of remainsResilience planningtabletop exercises

First Due Leadership Consulting provides strategic advisory, leadership development, and organizational performance support for fire departments, EMS agencies, emergency services districts, public safety organizations, and governing bodies. Led by Dan Kramer, a public safety leader and fire service veteran, the firm helps organizations strengthen leadership systems, improve governance, develop officers, and build accountability and decision-making capacity for high-consequence environments.

board developmentExecutive coachingfacilitationleadership developmentorganizational performance assessmentspeaking and workshopsStrategic planningsuccession planning