“Buzzworthy Businesses” is a unique, cool talk show that showcases individuals and companies in the community making a buzz and giving back. Our goal is to interview guests who are doing great things in their business and in their community. Today, our host, Steve Strum, spoke with Arthur Billingsley.
Arthur Billingsley
President at COGNOSCERE LLC
Website Address: https://www.cognoscerellc.com
Short company description:
In today’s business environment, leaders are expected to make decisions with speed and confidence. COGNOSCERE LLC operates in the engineering space with a focus that includes information technology and decision support services, including AI, machine learning, and large language model-related areas.
While technology continues to evolve, the practical need remains the same: organizations need usable information, clear strategy, and tools that support better choices.
What was the most impactful moment of your transition out of the military?
Veterans often bring valuable strengths to business, including discipline, accountability, operational thinking, and the ability to work toward a mission under pressure. Billingsley’s story highlights how those strengths can transfer into entrepreneurship, strategy, decision support, and organizational leadership.
Tell me a time you failed forward and what you learned from the experience
Failed yes but not forward. Accepted Assistant Professor role in middle of company launch, positive all around
What is the most enjoyable part of what you do?
Successful implementations and improved outcomes
What lessons from sports have you applied to your personal life and career?
Leadership and coordination
What strategies do you use to improve your performance?
Early and routine assessments
What is a trade group or networking group that you are a part of?
Information Technology / Decision Support Services (AI/ML/LLM)
What is your biggest achievement in your career?
Authoring and Publishing 2 books, One on leadership and the other on citizenship
