One Company. Two Divisions. One Mission.
Smarter Systems. Stronger People. Better Organizations.
Ascend Consulting Services assists organizations in enhancing performance by reinforcing both the foundational systems and the human capital driving their operations.
Through its two specialized divisions — AI & Automation Solutions and Strategic Consulting & Training — Ascend integrates technology, strategy, personnel and execution within a unified corporate structure.
Whether the requirement pertains to advanced technology, robust teams, optimized processes, organizational strategy, or a combination thereof, Ascend engages with organizations at their current stage and facilitates their progression toward desired objectives.
Technology
AI & Automation Solutions
Automate. Streamline. Scale.
Intelligent agents and automated workflows for independent small businesses — 24/7 sales and support, scheduling, follow-ups and custom operations.
People + Organizations
Strategic Consulting & Training
Strengthen People. Improve Organizations. Create Impact.
Consulting, training, facilitation and community engagement for businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, corrections and law enforcement.
Division Leadership

Kelvin Carter
Director of AI & Automation Solutions
Leads agentic AI and automation work — answering, scheduling, follow-up and process automation for independent small businesses.
AI & Automation Solutions
Chay McFarland, J.D.
Director of Strategic Consulting & Training
Leads consulting, training and facilitation for businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, corrections and law enforcement.
Strategic Consulting & TrainingBring us the challenge. We'll help build the solution.
You don't have to know whether you need automation, a consultant, a trainer or a facilitator before contacting us. Tell us what's happening — we'll start there.
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