Vernell Rixner, Founder of Lucid Consulting Operations
    Vernell Rixner, Founder

    About Vernell Rixner & Lucid Consulting Operations

    Clear Processes. Accountable Teams. Work That Moves.

    From Military Command to Business Operations

    Throughout my Army career, I worked in environments where people needed to understand the mission, their responsibilities, and exactly what had to happen next. Across command, logistics, and acquisition assignments, that meant coordinating resources, managing contracts, and making critical decisions under pressure.

    As an Escort Recovery Platoon Leader in Iraq, I led time-sensitive vehicle recovery missions in hostile environments. Later, in the Army Acquisition Corps, I earned my DAWIA Level III certification in Contracting and managed complex operations. My military service also included recognition with the Bronze Star Medal.

    Those experiences shaped how I approach operational problems today: understand the requirements, clarify ownership, and give people a workable process.

    Why I Founded Lucid Consulting Operations

    I built this firm to bring that same operational discipline to growing service businesses.

    When your business relies on the owner’s memory, repeated manual follow-up, or disconnected tools, buying another software subscription rarely resolves the underlying issue. The workflow needs attention first.

    How I Help Your Business Scale

    My role is to help you identify what is getting stuck, decide what to improve, and put the solution in place. The goal is to make daily operations easier to manage and less dependent on you.

    We achieve this through:

    • Connected Systems: Bridging the gaps between your existing CRM, intake forms, and communication tools.
    • Workflow Automation: Designing lead follow-up and client onboarding sequences that run reliably in the background.
    • Clear Responsibilities: Building accountable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) so your team can execute without waiting for your instructions.
    • Practical AI Assistance: Implementing customized AI workflows that actively save time rather than creating more administrative work.

    Credentials and affiliations

    Experience supported by credentials.

    Business certifications, professional qualifications, and relationships that support LCO’s work.

    Business certifications

    SBA Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certified badge

    Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

    SBA Certified · SDVOSB

    SBA Women-Owned Small Business certified badge

    Women-Owned Small Business

    SBA Certified · WOSB

    SBA Veteran-Owned Small Business certified badge

    Veteran-Owned Small Business

    SBA Certified · VOSB

    SAM.gov registered entity. Federal entity registration is separate from SBA certification.

    Professional credentials

    Certified AI Consultant badge

    Certified AI Consultant

    International Association of Artificial Intelligence Consultants

    CPD Accredited

    Certified AI Agent Builder badge

    Certified AI Agent Builder

    CPD Accredited

    DAWIA Level III in Contracting

    Federal Contracting and Acquisition

    CPD (Continuing Professional Development)

    Partnerships and memberships

    Zapier Silver Solution Partner

    Connecting Business Tools and Automating Routine Tasks

    Madison Chamber of Commerce

    Chamber Member