Unity Research Group is the consulting firm for mission-driven organizations. We integrate leadership formation, organizational strategy, and AI-enabled training to develop people and build institutions that deliver lasting impact.
Four
Practice Areas
Leadership formation, organizational strategy, AI systems, and academic research — fully integrated.
Three
Priority Client Segments
Churches, public agencies, and corporate leadership teams with a mission. One firm, built for all three.
Doctor of Global Leadership
Scholar-Practitioner Foundation
Every engagement is grounded in doctoral research on holistic discipleship and organizational formation.
Texas
Houston-Area Based & Nationally Serving
Rooted in the greater Houston metro area with capacity to serve clients regionally and nationally.
Who We Serve
Built for Organizations That Exist to Serve People
We understand the culture, constraints, and calling of mission-driven organizations in a way that generalist consulting firms simply cannot.
Churches & Faith-Based Organizations
Formation-centered strategy for congregations navigating growth, systems, and leadership development.
Nonprofits & Community Organizations
Capacity-building, strategic planning, and workforce development for mission-driven nonprofits.
Public Agencies & Government
Leadership training, workforce programs, and organizational consulting for government institutions.
Schools & Educational Institutions
Leadership development and organizational systems for school teams and educational institutions.
Corporate Leadership Teams
Formation-based leadership development for corporate teams seeking purpose-driven culture and excellence.
Our Practice Areas
Four Ways We Help Organizations Grow
01 — FLAGSHIP
Leadership Formation & Development
We design and deliver leadership development experiences grounded in formation theology, adult learning theory, and practical organizational application. This is not generic training. It is formation designed for the specific pressures of leadership in mission-driven contexts.
Leadership development workshops & intensives
Executive coaching for senior leaders
Leadership pipeline design & deployment
Formation-based retreats & cohorts
02
Organizational Development & Strategy
We partner with organizations to build systems and strategies that sustain long-term impact — from strategic planning and organizational assessments to change management and program design.
Strategic planning facilitation
Organizational health assessments
Program design & implementation
Change management support
03 — AI-FORWARD
AI-Enabled Training & Systems
URG helps mission-driven organizations adopt AI responsibly and strategically — from staff training and workflow automation to knowledge management systems and AI-integrated curriculum development.
AI literacy & productivity training
Workflow automation consulting
Knowledge management systems
AI-integrated curriculum development
04
Academic Research Consulting
We support seminary students, doctoral candidates, and ministry scholars with expert academic research consulting, bringing doctoral-level rigor to every engagement.
Dissertation & thesis consulting
Literature review development
Research methodology design
Grant proposal writing
Client Voices
What Leaders Say About URG
Dr. Davis brought a level of depth and intentionality to our leadership retreat that our team had never experienced. She didn't just teach — she created space for real transformation. Our elders and ministry leaders left with clarity, renewed purpose, and an actionable plan we are still implementing six months later. URG is the real deal.
Senior PastorHouston, TX
We brought Unity Research Group in to help us rethink our organizational strategy and train our staff on AI tools. Dr. Davis understood our constraints as a nonprofit in a way that other consultants never have. She met us where we were and helped us build systems that actually work for a mission-driven team. Our productivity has improved dramatically.
Community Organization DirectorDallas, TX
Dr. Davis facilitated a leadership development cohort for our campus administrators and the impact was immediate. She has a rare ability to blend scholarly rigor with practical application. Our principals walked away with formation-centered leadership frameworks they could implement the very next week. I would recommend URG to any district looking to invest in their leaders.
Director of Educational LeadershipAtlanta, GA
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Meet Dr. Ish
Scholar. Preacher. Formation Architect.
Dr. Aisha Davis is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Unity Research Group, LLC. She is a theologian, scholar-practitioner, preacher, author, and curriculum architect whose work centers on the integration of leadership formation, organizational strategy, and technology for mission-driven organizations.
Her doctoral research examines holistic discipleship among Black Millennial Professionals, with a focus on "integration dissonance" — the gap between theological conviction and professional reality that fragments the lives of today's ministry leaders and marketplace believers. This research directly informs every URG consulting methodology.
Doctor of Global Leadership — Fuller Theological Seminary
Founder — Unity Research Group, LLC
Founder — Christ On Purpose (Nonprofit Ministry)
Author — Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care (Forthcoming)
Published Works
Closer to Jesus: A Lenten Journey to the Cross
Trust in God: A 26-Week Planner and Prayer Journal
Soul Formation (Forthcoming — InterVarsity Press)
Our Pillars
What Makes URG Different
01
Scholar-Practitioner Credibility
URG is not a generic consulting shop. Every engagement is grounded in doctoral-level research, theological integrity, and real-world ministry and organizational experience. Our methodology is built on the foundation of earned expertise.
02
Mission-Driven Focus
We speak the language of churches, nonprofits, public agencies, and mission-led organizations. We understand their culture, constraints, and calling in a way that generalist firms simply cannot replicate.
03
AI-Forward Integration
URG sits at the intersection of formation and technology. We do not treat AI as an add-on. We integrate AI-enabled systems into leadership development and organizational strategy from the ground up.
04
Tiered Accessibility
From a focused strategy session to a multi-year advisory partnership, URG serves organizations at every stage and budget. No organization is too small for expert consulting. No engagement is too large for our capacity.
What We Offer
Expert Consulting Across Four Practice Areas
Every URG engagement is tailored, rigorously delivered, and grounded in the specific context of your organization. We do not offer generic solutions. We offer expert partnership.
Practice Area 01 — Flagship
Leadership Formation & Development
URG's flagship practice area draws directly from Dr. Davis's doctoral research on holistic discipleship and integration dissonance. We design and deliver leadership development experiences that form leaders from the inside out — equipping them to lead with integrity, clarity, and sustained effectiveness.
Whether you need a one-day intensive, a six-month leadership cohort, or an ongoing executive coaching relationship, URG delivers formation-centered leadership development tailored to your organizational context and culture.
Client Outcomes
Strengthened leadership identity and vocational clarity
Improved team cohesion and communication
Actionable leadership development plan for your organization
Equipped emerging leaders ready to take on greater responsibility
Sustainable leadership culture embedded in your systems
Leadership Development Workshops & Intensives
Half-day to multi-day facilitated training experiences for leadership teams of any size, combining formation, skill-building, and organizational application.
Executive Coaching
One-on-one coaching for senior ministry, nonprofit, and organizational leaders navigating complex decisions, vocational transitions, and organizational growth.
Leadership Pipeline Development
Identifying, training, and deploying emerging leaders within your organization through structured cohort experiences and mentorship systems.
Leadership Retreats
Facilitated half-day, full-day, and multi-day retreat experiences designed to deepen team relationships, clarify organizational vision, and renew leadership commitment.
Team Development & Cohesion
Structured team development experiences that build trust, improve communication, and align teams around shared values and organizational mission.
Practice Area 02
Organizational Development & Strategy
Strong organizations do not happen by accident. URG partners with mission-driven organizations to design and strengthen the systems, strategies, and structures that sustain long-term impact. We bring scholarly rigor and practical wisdom to organizational challenges that require more than good intentions.
Client Outcomes
Clear 3 to 5-year strategic roadmap with measurable milestones
Organizational health assessment with prioritized recommendations
Program design ready for implementation
Change management framework that reduces transition friction
Board governance practices aligned with mission and strategy
Strategic Planning Facilitation
Vision, mission, and 3 to 5-year roadmap development for organizations ready to move from reactive management to proactive strategy.
Organizational Assessments
Structural, cultural, and operational health reviews that identify gaps, strengths, and high-leverage areas for organizational improvement.
Program Design & Implementation Strategy
Designing new programs from conception to launch, with implementation roadmaps that ensure sustainable delivery.
Change Management Support
Guiding organizations through transitions — leadership changes, structural shifts, mergers, and growth — with frameworks that reduce disruption and build resilience.
Small Group & Discipleship System Design
For churches, URG designs and implements effective small group and assimilation systems grounded in formation theology and practical ministry strategy.
Practice Area 03 — AI-Forward
AI-Enabled Training & Systems
URG helps mission-driven organizations adopt AI responsibly and strategically — from staff training and workflow automation to knowledge management systems and AI-integrated curriculum development. We integrate AI into your organization in a way that amplifies human capacity rather than replacing human connection.
Most AI firms do not understand the culture, values, or constraints of churches, nonprofits, and public agencies. URG is the formation-grounded AI consulting partner your organization needs.
Client Outcomes
Organization-wide AI literacy and confidence
Reduced administrative burden through workflow automation
AI readiness assessment with clear adoption roadmap
Responsible AI adoption framework aligned with your values
Measurable productivity improvements within 90 days
AI Literacy & Productivity Training
Half-day and full-day AI orientation workshops for organizational staff teams. We cover AI fundamentals, responsible adoption principles, and practical tools your team can use immediately.
Workflow Automation Consulting
We identify administrative and operational tasks that AI tools can automate, then build and implement systems that reduce manual burden and improve consistency.
Knowledge Management Systems
AI-enabled knowledge management systems that help your organization capture, organize, and deploy institutional knowledge — reducing information silos and improving organizational learning.
AI-Integrated Curriculum Development
Training and learning systems that leverage AI to deliver more personalized, efficient, and scalable curriculum experiences for your staff, members, or program participants.
AI Readiness Assessment & Governance
Comprehensive organizational AI readiness assessment and responsible adoption framework — evaluating infrastructure, staff capacity, and culture to deliver a clear roadmap.
Practice Area 04
Academic Research Consulting
URG supports the scholarly community through expert academic research services delivered by a doctoral scholar-practitioner who understands the demands of the academy and the pressures of ministry leadership simultaneously. We bring graduate-level expertise to every engagement.
Client Outcomes
Dissertation or thesis chapter ready for committee review
Comprehensive, annotated literature review
Research design document with clear methodology
Polished academic writing that meets graduate-level standards
Grant proposal ready for submission
Dissertation & Thesis Consulting
Expert guidance for seminary and doctoral students at every stage — from topic selection and proposal development to chapter drafts and defense preparation.
Literature Review Development
Comprehensive source curation, analysis, and synthesis for academic research projects requiring thorough engagement with existing scholarship.
Research Methodology Design
Designing qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research frameworks that align with your research questions and institutional requirements.
Grant Proposal Writing
Developing compelling grant proposals for academic, ministry, and organizational projects, with particular expertise in theological research and ministry formation grants.
AI Training & Systems
Your Organization Needs an AI Strategy.
URG helps mission-driven organizations adopt AI responsibly, strategically, and effectively. We integrate AI-enabled systems into leadership development, training, and organizational operations — without losing the human dimension that makes your work matter.
FACT
Organizations that adopt AI strategically report 40% improvement in operational productivity within the first year of implementation.
THE GAP
Mission-driven organizations are dramatically underserved in AI training and adoption. Most AI firms do not understand the culture, values, or constraints of churches, nonprofits, and public agencies.
URG APPROACH
URG is the formation-grounded AI consulting partner. We help your organization adopt AI in a way that serves your mission, respects your values, and strengthens your people.
Why It Matters
Why Your Organization Needs AI Training Now
Your Staff Is Already Using AI
Whether or not your organization has an AI strategy, your team members are already using AI tools individually. Without shared frameworks, this creates inconsistency, security risks, and missed opportunities. URG builds the structure your organization needs.
AI Reduces Administrative Burden
Mission-driven organizations are chronically under-resourced. AI tools can dramatically reduce time spent on administrative tasks — freeing your team to focus on the work that only humans can do: building relationships, delivering services, and leading people.
Funders and Partners Expect It
Government agencies, foundations, and institutional partners increasingly expect organizations to demonstrate technological fluency. An AI strategy positions your organization as forward-thinking and operationally credible to the partners and funders you need.
AI Offerings
How URG Helps You Integrate AI
01 — TRAINING
AI Literacy & Productivity Training
Half-day and full-day AI orientation workshops for organizational staff teams. We cover AI fundamentals, responsible adoption principles, and practical tools your team can use immediately to improve workflow and productivity.
02 — AUTOMATION
Workflow Automation Consulting
We identify the administrative and operational tasks in your organization that AI tools can automate, then build and implement systems that reduce manual burden and improve consistency — without compromising the human touch that defines your work.
03 — SYSTEMS
Knowledge Management Systems
We design and implement AI-enabled knowledge management systems that help your organization capture, organize, and deploy institutional knowledge more effectively — reducing information silos and improving organizational learning.
04 — CURRICULUM
AI-Integrated Curriculum Development
We build training and learning systems that leverage AI to deliver more personalized, efficient, and scalable curriculum experiences for your staff, members, or program participants.
05 — READINESS
AI Readiness Assessment
Before any AI implementation, URG conducts a comprehensive organizational AI readiness assessment — evaluating your current technology infrastructure, staff capacity, and organizational culture — and delivers a clear adoption roadmap.
06 — GOVERNANCE
Responsible AI Adoption Framework
We help mission-driven organizations develop internal policies, ethical frameworks, and governance structures for responsible AI adoption — ensuring that technology serves your values rather than undermining them.
"AI does not replace the work of formation. It creates space for more of it."
URG integrates AI into your organization in a way that amplifies human capacity rather than replacing human connection. We are your formation-grounded AI partner.
Government & Institutional Consulting
Serving Public Agencies and Institutions
Unity Research Group provides leadership development, workforce training, organizational consulting, and AI systems implementation for government agencies, workforce boards, schools, municipalities, and institutions. URG brings the rigor of a credentialed consulting firm and the heart of a mission-driven organization to every public sector engagement.
Contracting Role
Prime Contractor or Subcontractor
Contract Range
$25,000 to $250,000+
Registration
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Who We Serve in the Public Sector
URG provides consulting and training services to a broad range of public sector and institutional clients. We understand that government and institutional engagements require formal deliverables, documented outcomes, compliance awareness, and the ability to work within established procurement and contracting frameworks.
Dr. Davis's doctoral background, active ministry leadership experience, and expertise in workforce development and human formation positions URG to serve public agencies with both credibility and cultural competence.
NAICS Codes — URG Service Areas
611430 — Professional and Management Development Training
541611 — Administrative Management and General Management Consulting
541690 — Other Scientific and Technical Consulting
611699 — All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
Set-Aside & Certification Opportunities
Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Small Business Administration (SBA) Programs
Texas Historically Underutilized Business (HUB)
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
URG Government Capabilities
→ Subcontracting under established prime contractors
→ Direct service delivery under agency contracts
→ Documented deliverables and progress reporting
→ Compliance with federal and state contracting requirements
Government Services
Services for Public Agencies and Institutions
Leadership Development Training
Structured leadership training programs for government staff, supervisors, and agency leadership teams. Delivered as single-day intensives or multi-session cohorts with documented learning outcomes.
Workforce Readiness Programs
Workforce development and readiness training designed to improve employee performance, professional development, and career pathway preparation for agency staff and community program participants.
Organizational Consulting
Organizational assessments, strategic planning facilitation, and program design consulting for public agencies seeking to improve operational effectiveness and mission delivery.
AI Training for Government Teams
AI literacy, productivity training, and responsible AI adoption frameworks specifically designed for government and institutional contexts, including data governance and compliance considerations.
Youth Leadership Development
Leadership development programming for youth and young adult populations served by public agencies, schools, community organizations, and workforce boards.
Program Design & Evaluation
Designing new programs from conception to launch, with implementation frameworks and evaluation models that meet government reporting and accountability requirements.
Ready to Partner with URG on Your Next Contract?
URG welcomes conversations with prime contractors, agency procurement officers, and institutional partners. Let's discuss how we can serve your mission together.
Consulting Packages
Expert Consulting at Every Level
URG offers tiered consulting packages designed to serve mission-driven organizations at every stage and budget. From a focused strategy session to a multi-year advisory partnership, we meet you where you are.
Tier 1
Entry-Level Engagements — Focused & Affordable
Strategy Session
$500 — $1,500
A focused, half-day or full-day consulting session with Dr. Davis to address a specific organizational challenge. The most accessible entry point to URG expertise.
Duration: 3 to 6 hours
Ideal for: Individual leaders, small churches, early-stage nonprofits, ministry students
A 2 to 4-hour AI literacy and productivity workshop for your organizational staff team. Practical, accessible, and tailored to your ministry or nonprofit context.
Duration: Half-day (2–4 hours)
Ideal for: Church staff, nonprofit teams, small leadership groups
Deliverables
Facilitated AI literacy workshop
AI tool recommendations specific to your organization type
A full-day or multi-day leadership and organizational training intensive for teams of up to 25. Combines formation, skill-building, and organizational application in a transformative experience.
Duration: 1 to 2 days
Ideal for: Growing churches, established nonprofits, corporate leadership teams
A multi-session leadership development cohort for a select group of emerging or established leaders, combining individual coaching, group sessions, and organizational application over 3 to 6 months.
Duration: 3 to 6 months
Ideal for: Churches with leadership pipelines, nonprofits building capacity
A retained consulting relationship where URG serves as a strategic advisor to your senior leadership team. Monthly sessions, on-call access, and an annual organizational review — ongoing partnership for long-term impact.
Duration: 12-month retainer, renewable
Ideal for: Mid-to-large churches, established nonprofits, institutional clients
A comprehensive AI integration engagement covering readiness assessment, staff training, workflow automation implementation, and 90-day follow-up support. Your complete AI adoption solution.
Duration: 60 to 90 days
Ideal for: Nonprofits, public agencies, schools, institutions
Full-scale consulting contracts for public agencies, workforce boards, municipalities, and institutions. URG serves as prime contractor or qualified subcontractor with full compliance capability and documented deliverables.
Duration: 6 months to 3 years
Ideal for: Public agencies, workforce boards, school districts, municipalities
Not Sure Which Package Is Right for Your Organization?
Book a complimentary 30-minute discovery call with Dr. Davis. We will help you identify the right engagement for your needs and budget.
Let's Build Something Together.
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