Compass Partners announced a new agreement with The Company of Biologists to support and manage sales of site licenses for non-academic organizations, marking a meaningful step toward expanding sustainable revenue options for independent publishers.

Through this collaboration, Compass Partners will lead outreach, sales of subscription and TDM licenses, and account management for corporate, government, clinical, and other non-academic institutions seeking organization-wide access to The Company of Biologists’ portfolio of high-impact journals. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to broadening access to trusted biological research while strengthening the financial resilience of independent publishers.

“Independent publishers play an essential role in maintaining a diverse, mission-driven scholarly ecosystem,” said Wendy Newsham, Managing Partner of Compass Partners. “We are proud to support The Company of Biologists in expanding their reach beyond academia and in building revenue streams that help them remain independent, sustainable, and aligned with their values.”

By offering tailored site-wide licensing options for non-academic organizations, The Company of Biologists can meet the needs of a broader community of professionals who rely on high-quality research to drive innovation and real-world impact.

This Agreement underscores Compass Partners’ mission to empower scholarly societies and independent publishers through ethical, sustainable, and community-centered business practices — ensuring they can thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape while staying true to their purpose.

About Compass Partners

Compass Partners is a mission-driven consultancy that helps scholarly societies, independent publishers, and research organizations strengthen their independence through strategic sales, licensing, and partnership development. The firm specializes in ethical licensing models, diversified revenue strategies, and global outreach.