Trusted Partners

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Monique Russell is the CEO of Clear Communication Solutions, a leadership development and communication training firm focused on strengthening clarity, influence, and effective communication in complex, high-stakes environments. The firm equips leaders and teams, particularly those in faculty-facing, intergenerational, and cross-functional roles, with practical frameworks to communicate clearly, navigate difficult conversations, and collaborate more effectively. Clear Communication Solutions specializes in reducing misalignment and unnecessary escalation that often arise from communication breakdowns. Through training, facilitated sessions, and conference presentations, the firm supports stronger execution, healthier working relationships, and more consistent outcomes - without adding operational burden.

 www.clearcommunicationsolutions.com 

All universities engage in research and teaching, but the nation’s 112 Land-grant Universities and Colleges, including Historically Black Land-grant Universities and Tribal Colleges, have a third critical mission—Extension. “Extension” means reaching out and extending university research and resources to meet public needs through non-formal educational programs at the community level. The Cooperative Extension System (CES) engages people in these educational opportunities to help them solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future where they live and work. The Extension Foundation supports Cooperative Extension nationally through its nationally funded programs, tools, and professional development. Its mission is to empower a national network of community-based educators, volunteers, and partners to turn knowledge into real-world solutions for stronger communities and people.

 https://extension.org/

Ignita Consulting is proud to partner with Torguson & Associates, a firm that brings a distinctive dual focus on people and technology to help organizations operate more effectively.

Ignita Consulting integrates mentorship program evaluation with practical AI enablement and adoption—helping organizations not only assess and strengthen their people systems, but also confidently select, implement, and use AI tools in their day-to-day operations. This combined approach ensures alignment between workforce development and technology use.

Using independent, evidence-based methods, Ignita provides unbiased insights into mentorship program effectiveness through surveys, interviews, and data analysis. These insights help organizations clearly identify what is working, where gaps exist, and how to strengthen outcomes.

Ignita also focuses on practical AI adoption, helping organizations select the right tools for their environment and integrate them into everyday workflows. By translating insights into clear, customized recommendations and actionable practices, Ignita ensures that improvements are not just identified—but successfully implemented.

  https://ignitaconsulting.com/ 

At MaxGen Scientific Consulting Group, our mission is to propel innovation by providing tailored consulting services that go beyond the ordinary. With over fifty years of collective experience in biotechnology, project management, and education, our diverse team crafts

innovative solutions to complex challenges.

We offer a wide range of services, including experimental design, product development, project management, and education curriculum development. Whether you're an established industry leader or a startup, our consultants collaborate closely with your team to tackle scientific

challenges and drive creative solutions.

In the realm of education, we contribute to shaping the future by developing accreditation-worthy curricula, creating engaging pathways, and crafting content for progressive study programs. We are not just about crossing the finish line; we ensure your project's success at every

step.

Our approach is transparent, collaborative, and results driven. At MaxGen, we are more than consultants; we're partners on your journey to innovation, committed to making a positive impact on your path to success. Join us in creating a better future where discovery knows no bounds.

https://maxgenscientific.com/

Modern Research is a research finance platform that extends your existing ERP, HR, and awards systems — pulling them together into a unified, live operating view of your sponsored programs portfolio. 

Rather than replacing the systems you already have, Modern Research fills the gaps between them, giving research administrators real-time visibility into budgets, effort, and compliance in one place. 

Teams can move faster, respond to PIs with confidence, and stay ahead of audit and reporting requirements. 

Built specifically for the way research offices work, with deep support for federal award management under 2 CFR 200.

https://www.modernresear.ch