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Compass Evaluation + Consulting is a boutique consulting agency founded in 2018 by Chelsea BaileyShea, a professional evaluator. It provides expert research and evaluation services custom designed for educational institutions, non-profits, and research projects, helping clients gather data and evidence to understand their impact and improve outcomes.

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what we do We measure opinion & produce insights CERC offers a range of services to help public agencies, candidates, businesses and organizations understand and influence public opinion. Our deep expertise, combined with cutting-edge tools and processes, can provide the data-driven insights and valuable recommendations you need in to succeed. Explore our services to learn how we can support you. Polling & Analysis Clients rely on our accuracy for data they can confidently act on. They also appreciate our rock-solid analysis - informed by advanced statistical techniques and proprietary metrics. Learn More Focus Groups We conduct focus groups to explore the psyche and words used by a population of interest. This is how we get what's related to a problem or issue “out on the table" and develop messages. Learn More Dial Testing Leverage moment-to-moment measurements on video ads, speeches.

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Consulting Solutions guides organizations through data-driven assessments and strategic planning to transform mission statements into measurable operational success. It designs tailored outreach frameworks, deploys community health workers (CHWs/Ps) into local neighborhoods to connect residents with resources, services, and health education, and offers trainings and an academy to equip CHWs/Ps with skills to navigate social determinants of health and drive patient self-management.

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How We Make a Difference Contigo Communications helps you build bridges at the local level. Through listening, partnership building, and community and stakeholder engagement, we help you navigate the waters of public relations and achieve tangible results that enhance your reputation. “Public sentiment is everything. With public sentiment, nothing can fail. Without it, nothing can succeed.” We’re proud to have partnered with these local, national and international companies More About Our Clients Your new home awaits. Start the process →

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Coraggio Group is a strategic planning and organizational effectiveness consulting firm founded in 2005 in Portland, Oregon. It works with CEOs, boards, and leadership teams across travel and tourism, government, education, and mission-driven organizations, using its Coraggio Compass approach (Get Clear, Get Focused, Get Moving) and has guided over 400 strategic plans.

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Cultural Edge is a cross-cultural market research firm founded on the principle that marketing requires understanding consumers from historical, socioeconomic, cultural and emotional contexts. Founded by JP Theberge, the company brings together former planners, sociologists, linguists, academics and creative professionals to conduct culturally-nuanced research for mainstream and cross-cultural audiences, including Fortune 500 brands, government and NGOs.

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+Years of experience 500+Cultural attractions served 3,000+Research projects completed 12M+Annual visitors tracked Who We Are We don’t just deliver data — we connect the dots of it. Culture Comp is a market research firm dedicated exclusively to cultural attractions: aquariums, art museums, botanical gardens, children’s museums, natural history museums, science centers, and zoos. For more than 30 years we have helped 500+ cultural attractions across the US and Canada increase attendance, improve visitor experiences, optimize membership, and maximize revenue. We translate complex datasets into clear, actionable storylines your team can implement. Proprietary data, integrated with recognized partners Azira™ Persona Live™ SEMRush Google Mention™ Research Services From subscription insight to full custom surveys. Membership Year-round sector intelligence The most affordable way to stay.

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Customer Value Systems, Inc. specializes in advanced strategic research and consulting on a variety of products, services and applications. Its goal is to help clients better understand their target customers and optimize products to match customer needs. CVS conducts studies globally, with affiliates in 37 countries, and its clients include Fortune 500 companies, universities, government departments and technology companies.

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Data Works is an applied research and program evaluation company. Since 2010, it has provided organizations with tools and capacity to analyze effectiveness, address relevant issues, guide decision-making, and maximize results. It creates valid and reliable data collection tools and uses statistical techniques for data analysis to identify program progress, promoting equitable access in education, employment, and healthcare.

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Dave Ciliberto Enterprises is an independently-owned human resources consulting business led by Dave Ciliberto, a Senior Human Resources Executive with over 25 years of leadership and expertise in Inclusion, Development, Equity, Accessibility & Strategy, Organizational Development & Strategy, Training & Facilitation, and Leadership Coaching. It provides guidance and consultation to Fortune 500, nonprofits, higher education, and government sector clientele, and delivers anti-harassment training to the private sector.

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Since 2015, D Byers & Associates has brought government, employers, educators, and workforce partners to the same table. The firm offers grant management, growth management, and talent management services, along with focus groups, needs assessment, project leadership, and help removing bottlenecks and growing sales.

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Decision Analysis is a trial consulting firm providing integrated research, communication, and litigation strategy. Over forty years it has worked on over 2,500 cases and over a thousand jury research exercises across the country in most types of litigation, including high-profile cases such as O.J. Simpson, Casey Anthony, Aaron Hernandez, Phil Spector, Enron, and the Whitewater trials. It has trained thousands of attorneys in jury selection and trial communication skills and founded the Online Courtroom Project.

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Demographic Perspectives provides custom demographic, survey, and market research services for higher education, non-profit and business clients, real estate developers, and public agencies. The firm designs and conducts research and planning projects using interviews, focus groups, surveys, population analysis and modeling, economic analysis, benchmarking, and housing and market studies. It is certified as a Women-Owned Business in Connecticut and Massachusetts and nationally through WBENC, and as a DBE in Connecticut and Massachusetts.

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DHM Research is an independent research firm founded in Portland in 1977 that specializes in measuring the values and priorities that drive public opinion. It provides qualitative and quantitative opinion research, polling, and public policy research to help leaders make informed decisions about complex issues.

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Welcome Diehl Consulting Group (DCG) supports decision-making in businesses, non-profits, community organizations, and education through the collection, use, and dissemination of data. Through our partnerships with clients, we provide objective and reliable consultation, transforming ideas into measurable impact. Our tailored solutions involve process and outcome evaluation, strategic organizational assessment, community resource and needs assessment, customized analytics, evaluation capacity building, grant writing and proposal development, and data management. Please contact us to discuss how we can assist you.

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DIGI Discoveries is an interdisciplinary research and consulting firm that partners with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, workforce development organizations, and mission-driven organizations. It conducts research, engages stakeholders, strengthens organizations, and develops evidence-based strategies. Its practice areas include research and evaluation, organizational strategy, workforce development, community engagement, innovation ecosystems, and learning experiences.

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Life-Changing Innovation We create technology that makes measurable impacts for marginalized communities. Who we are:We are a women and minority-owned human-centered design and technology company with an emphasis on designing for niche demographics. Our mission is to support our clients in moving from nascent ideas to life-changing technological innovations. Working with for profit industries, nonprofit organizations, government entities, and startups, we support the development of new technologies or re-centering of existing products and services. With more than 25 years of experience designing, developing, and implementing technologies, we are confident that our research-based strategies will position your idea to make a difference in the marketplace. Want to build better?Dig Deeper. We created DEEP Designs because we believe great success is fueled by deep knowledge. Our company is.

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Diversity Marketing and Communications is a woman-owned certified small business established in 2004 that builds communications campaigns engaging hard-to-reach communities. The firm applies the science of human decision-making to customize communications strategies, using evidence-based, multi-channel programs incorporating plain language, cultural adaptation, and accessibility to inform, influence, and change behavior.

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DLN Consulting Inc. was established in 1998 by Deb Nelson. It is a team of collaborative creative problem solvers whose mission is to inspire and empower individuals and organizations to achieve their highest level of success. DLN provides customized strategic services, working in close collaboration with clients throughout each project, and has completed projects for a variety of state and local, public and private agencies.

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Drive provides employee retention consulting for healthcare and senior living organizations, helping improve staff retention, employee engagement, and recruitment through organizational culture assessment and strategy. Services include culture assessments, online courses and coaching, and keynote speaking.

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Early Childhood Associates, Inc. (ECA) is a nationally recognized, women-owned social science research firm located in Boston Metrowest. For more than 25 years, ECA has worked with state agencies, communities, school districts, early childhood programs, and other partners to improve systems serving young children and families, combining research and evaluation, needs assessment, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and implementation support.

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e Business Consultants is a workforce optimization and organizational psychology consultancy. Its team of industrial-organizational psychology professionals uses statistical modeling, survey design, psychometrics, and predictive analytics to deliver data-driven workforce solutions, including assessments, training, and human capital strategy for organizations and public sector agencies.

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EIN SOF Communications is a woman-owned full-service strategic marketing, branding, market research/analysis, and employment consultation firm specializing in disability-inclusive diversity and public policy. It supports government, non-profit, and private sector entities with employment consultation from recruiting to career advancement, and runs the Lights! Camera! Access! (LCA) career exploration online academy for creatives with disabilities pursuing media careers.

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End to End User Research is a women-owned, women-led company that provides usability labs and focus group rooms for human factors and user experience research studies. It also conducts remote studies and travels to meet customers. The company has a staff of experienced researchers, recruiters, and support staff, and offers research services including recruiting, usability testing, focus groups, eye-tracking, ethnography, sensory evaluation, and contracting.

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