Connected Alliances (CXAL) operates as a strategic innovation consultancy specializing in complex problem-solving and solution implementation across public and private sectors [1]. With innovation centers in Atlanta, GA and Columbia, MD, the firm leverages over 400 years of combined leadership expertise in technology transformation, enterprise architecture, and government/defense solutions.
- Julie Curtis - Founder, with expertise in strategic alliances ($0.5B portfolio management), DoD acquisition, and business development
- Bill Maynard - Senior leader in business transformation and enterprise architecture, former CTO of $45B global consumer goods company
- Anthony Newstead - VP Digital Transformation specialist, co-founder of US/Israel technology accelerator
- Additional senior experts in cyber innovation, marketing, and venture development [1]
- Digital and business transformation
- DoD/government innovation programs
- Enterprise architecture
- Strategic alliance development
- Technology evaluation and implementation
- Startup/venture engagement
- Proximity to Fortune 500 innovation labs including Boeing, Delta, Coca-Cola
- Access to a region with over 10,000 startups receiving $750M+ in venture capital
- 47.6% technology growth rate (2011-2015)
- Fourth-ranked state for MRO employment with 30,000+ employees
- Georgia Pacific's Point A Center for Supply Chain Innovation
- 15 minutes from ATL Airport [1]
- Direct proximity to major government cyber organizations (NSA, CYBERCOM, DISA)
- Close access to Johns Hopkins & University of Maryland
- 35 minutes from Andrews AFB
- 10 minutes from BWI Airport
Connected Alliances implements its solutions through a Continuous Evolution Cycle, supported by an Intentional Consortium model that aligns capabilities across traditional, non-traditional, government, and NGO partners. This approach centers on building trusted relationships and intentional consortiums to drive continuous evolution in problem-solving and scaling solutions [1].