Certified Women-Owned Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling in North Carolina

Collective Insights LLC is a HUBZone-certified, women-owned research and consulting firm. The principal researcher brings 20+ years designing and executing primary research for life sciences, pharmaceutical, and association clients. Representative engagements include global physician perception studies for Fortune 500 pharma clients on MSL engagement, and workforce trends research for a national cardiovascular ultrasound association. Core capabilities: survey design, qualitative and quantitative research, mixed-methods analysis, and stakeholder perception studies. The principal researcher holds a PhD with a peer-reviewed publication record in disability research, autism, workforce inclusion of individuals with I/DD, and health technology. Certified WOSB, EDWOSB, and HUBZone.

Empact Global is a small business led by a black woman with over 20 years of experience improving and innovating processes and systems across industries ranging from defense and aerospace to health and education. We partner with organizations to transform humanity for the better by engaging multi-disciplinary teams including communities, facilitating design sprints, and advising and coaching leaders to solve today’s problems and prevent tomorrows. Empact Global is dedicated to designing systems that foster equity, access, and improve outcomes, making us an ideal partner for government and community-based organizations striving for sustainable development and social improvement. We are leaders in the transformation of organization, people, and society.

Whitecap Consulting combines a deep passion for data with a flair for creativity and intuition to deliver tailored solutions for our clients. Our expertise in data-driven analysis, coupled with innovative problem-solving and decades of experience, allows us to empower clients as they engage audiences and achieve their goals. We transform complex challenges into strategic opportunities, ensuring impactful and effective results. - Market Research/Audience Analysis - Strategic Communications Planning - Campaign Development - Social/Digital Media - Graphic Design - Video Production - Media Relations - UX and Content Strategy - Website Design and Development - Paid Media/Advertising - Analytics and Reporting With experience across DoD, HHS, DHS, VA, and USAID, as well as commercial and non-profit experience in military and veteran, education, and healthcare industries, we help public- and private-sector clients harness their potential and make waves that are a force for good.

The Bridge Group's award winning team provides turnkey and customized management support, creative services, and systems and technology in support of the live event industry, including audio visual integration, graphic design, film production, marketing, technical production, and event logistics. Live events supported include conferences, trade shows, concerts, festivals and ceremonies for private sector and federal government clients worldwide.

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WOSB consulting firm: strategic planning, org development, leadership training, facilitation and evaluation for government and human services. D.E.&C Consulting, LLC (Charlotte, NC; est. 2022), led by Dr. Desiree Del-Zio, helps government, nonprofit, and human-services agencies through strategic planning, organizational assessment, change management, leadership and professional-development training, facilitation, program design, and program evaluation. Deep expertise in Health and Human Services and Head Start Performance Standards, Uniform Guidance, and data-informed continuous improvement, plus emerging AI-strategy advisory. SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Business.

Professional Stewards Services, LLC is committed to providing governmental and commercial customers with sapient solutions using cutting-edge methodologies that advance the customer’s mission. With the combined knowledge of over 25 years in the government sector, Professional Stewards Services, LLC has gained a deep understanding of the challenges and needs of clients in the federal market. We continue to offer a variety of IT services to meet customer needs. Our core competencies span Agile Methodologies, Cyber Security, Records Management, Database Management, Multi-tier Help Desk Support, Cloud Mitigation Solutions, and Program/Project Management. At Professional Stewards Services, LLC, we value customer missions by ensuring their business and technology capabilities are tailored to the client’s vision, requirements, and objectives.

Iron Sharpens Iron Premier Services, LLC is a woman- and veteran-owned small business specializing in full-service staffing and business support solutions for government and private-sector organizations. Our services span virtual and onsite hiring events, talent sourcing and placement, intake coordination, healthcare and telehealth scheduling, customer service staffing, administrative support, project and workflow management, and document/data processing. We serve a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, education, hospitality, senior care, and IT. Supported by secure, cloud-based platforms, we deliver scalable, accountable staffing and operations services nationwide. Call us - 1 (877) 887-8343

Specific tasks performed have included audits of financial statements,taxes evaluations of internal controls, assessments of compliance with laws and regulations, evaluations of consistency between statements, assessments of the relevance and reliability of performance data, and a variety of agreed-upon procedures.

Willene Agency (est. 2019) specializes in research, measurement, statistics and program management which helps organizations make informed decisions on programs and outcomes. We have provided research services and support to WestEd and Me Too International. Our CEO, Teneka Steed, PhD, has provided statistical analysis work as a subcontractor with NASA and has contributed to a published educational research study funded by Department of Education including working on several health disparity studies funded by the NIH. Our primary areas of expertise includes Survey Design, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Database Management, and Program Evaluation. To learn more about how our services can help your organization meet its goal, please visit www.willeneagency.com. Email tenekas@willeneagency.com to request a copy of our Capability Statement.

AS STRATEGY is a consulting and advisory firm based in Charlotte, NC that provides evidence-based policy analysis, social science research, educational frameworks, and program-management consulting to governments, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations.

A professional services firm enhancing situational awareness and decision-making through data-driven solutions. We provide technical advisors, executives, and cutting-edge technologies to empower leaders and promote shared responsibility. Our expertise includes Consulting, Analytics, IT Transformation, and Mission Support, focusing on strategy design, operating model modernization, change and performance management, and governance. Our services leverage AI, ML, and advanced data analytics for innovative decision-making. We specialize in cloud migrations, optimizing architectures for security and performance, and robust data management and engineering. In technology services, we upgrade digital infrastructure, systems, and processes. Our strengths include application lifecycle management and CRM implementations. Certified as an SDVOSB and WOSB with TS Facility clearance, we have prime and sub-contracting experience supporting the Army, Air Force, DHA, VA, NIH, and Coast Guard.

Established in 1989, PDA, Inc. is a health care management consulting firm serving a national base of clients. It was developed as a partner to an architectural and regional planning firm and organized to serve emerging rural economies and health care clients. PDA aims to develop lasting design and management solutions, that will meet the demands of a rapidly changing environment. PDA is committed to market-based solutions, community value, and sustainability as reflected in its philosophy: Take a Problem, Make it a Feature.