Lightning talks presented by researchers from around the country that highlights the challenges they experienced with stakeholder engagement in FEWS projects and lessons learned from engagement. This presentation discussed research related to stakeholder engagement where the goal was to create an integrated model that can be used by stakeholders as a decision-making toll for FEW nexus interactions through focus groups and interviews. Lessons learned were addressed such as building a social network and leverage your connections, use relevant language, remember to include all stakeholders in the room, and let people talk.