Shilling Forge Consulting, LLC

Shilling Forge Consulting, LLC provides expert consulting services to drive evidence-based technology and policy innovation for social impact. With deep roots in research, product development, and public service, we operate at the intersection of emerging technologies, policy, education, and psychological health, including neurodiversity. Extensive history of supporting the military, veterans, children's education, mental health, and autism, combining the best of international experts, technology, and award-winning media developers. Founded and led by Dr. Russell Shilling—a former DARPA program manager, Navy Captain, and national policy leader—Shilling Forge brings decades of leadership in designing ARPA-style R&D strategies, leading complex cross-sector initiatives, and building public-private partnerships that deliver measurable results. We specialize in: • Responsible development of AI, XR, and conversational agents • Award-winning games and media for learning and behavioral health • Technology solutions that support autism, neurodiversity, and veterans • Strategic innovation planning for federal agencies, philanthropies, and startups • Ethical frameworks and accessibility compliance (e.g., Section 508, WCAG) Our multi-sector expertise spans Defense, Education, Government, Philanthropy, and Nonprofits. From pioneering the first military-funded VR therapy for PTSD to shaping national policy on AI and mental health, we unite science, design, and strategy to help clients move fast, think ethically, and scale what works. Whether you’re launching a moonshot initiative, building inclusive technology, or aligning innovation with impact, Shilling Forge helps forge the path from idea to implementation.