About Us

 Cognitive Anthropologist

Gene Cowherd is an accomplished Cognitive Anthropologist, serving as the Chief Consultant with extensive expertise in cognitive anthropology and human behavior. His work focuses on decision hierarchies, risk management, cultural lensing models, and cognitive warfare, with a particular emphasis on the INDOPACOM region.

Professional Background

Gene's career is marked by a distinguished tenure with the US Intelligence Community, where he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and managerial capabilities. His academic background includes a BA and MA in Anthropology, and Ph.D. studies in Neuroanthropology, supplemented by cross-training in psychology, psychophysiology, and GIS. He is widely recognized for his expertise in PRC GPC hybrid warfare strategy and has led numerous R&D initiatives, developing innovative war gaming simulations.

Academic Background

• BA with honors in Cultural Anthropology, University of South Florida 
• ABD in Neuroanthropology, University of South Florida
• MA in Biocultural Anthropology, University of South Florida

Publications and Presentations

• "The Wagner Group: Terrorist Designation Summary" (2022)
• "Decoding the PRC's Great Power Competition Strategy: The Role of Guanxi in Chinese Strategic Culture" (2023)
• "Shashou Jiang: Decoding The Assassin's Mace in PRC GPC" (2021)
• "Social Media, Global Connections, and Information Environments: Building Complex Understandings of Multi-Actor Interactions in Social Behavioral Modeling for Complex Systems" (2019)

https://linqapp.com/robert_gene_cowherd?r=link

 Senior Non-Traditional I&W Consultant

 Michelle Humphrey is a distinguished NonTraditional I&W Consultant with over two decades of experience in project management and intelligence analysis. Renowned for her versatility and dedication, she has consistently received top accolades, reflecting her exceptional skills and contributions. Michelle excels in bridging research/mission support with higher-level project and team management, driving innovation and mentorship in her field. 

Professional Background

 Michelle Humphrey has a distinguished career in federal law enforcement, with a particular focus on East Asian dynamics. Michelle's deep understanding of the region's cultural and strategic nuances has made her a sought-after consultant, advising on matters of national security.  Her work in this domain has been instrumental in shaping U.S. policies and strategies, ensuring a culturally informed approach to intelligence analysis and national security. 

Academic Background

• B.A.  in Political Science and History, Pennsylvania State University 
• Master of Arts in Intelligence Studies, American Military University
• Master of Arts in National Security Studies and Military History Candidate , American Military University
• Graduate Certification in Counterintelligence, American Military University 
• Graduate Certification in National Security Studies
• Graduate Certification in Strategic Military Leadership

Notable Publications and Projects

• Co-authored "The Wagner Group: Terrorist Designation Summary," which contributed to WAGNER's designation as a criminal organization.
• Co-authored "Decoding the PRC’s Great Power Competition Strategy: the Role of Guanxi in Chinese Strategic Culture," leading to a shift in Indications and Warnings perspectives within INDOPACOM and the Pentagon.

https://linqapp.com/michelle_s_humphrey