Skip to main content

APPLY AS TALENT

Join a Consulting Marketplace Built for Experts

Espire Collective is not just a directory, it’s a high-trust consulting marketplace designed for independent professionals and boutique consultancies ready to deliver meaningful impact.

A Consulting Marketplace That Helps You Grow, Not Just Get Hired

We’re building a new kind of consulting marketplace, one that gives you more than just access to project work. Espire supports independent consultants with the infrastructure, deal flow, and trusted network needed to scale sustainably.

Benefits:

  • Access to mid-market and public-sector opportunities
  • Shared deal pipeline with transparent profit-sharing
  • Back-office infrastructure to support invoicing, compliance, and delivery
  • A vetted network of peers, advisors, and principals
  • Access to select Government projects

Built for Independent Consultants and Boutiques Firms

We accept applicants who are:

  • Solo consultants or boutique firms of 5 or fewer members
  • Experienced in tech, healthcare, social services, construction, financial, data/AI, or other niche field
  • Seeking scalable infrastructure, strategic partnerships, shared opportunities, and increased revenue.

Whether you’re delivering services to public or private sectors, Espire helps you move from tactical to transformational consulting.

Choose the Right Path to Join Us

We offer two ways to become part of Espire Collective,  whether you’re just getting started or leading transformational engagements.

For Independent Consultants

Start small. Think big.

Ideal for:
Emerging consultants building momentum, community, and credibility, ready to access bigger opportunities while staying lean and flexible.

What’s included:

  • Entry to our curated consulting marketplace
  • Quarterly virtual consultant sessions with guest experts
  • Early access to open roles not filled by Principal Partners
  • Free or discounted tools, templates, and training
  • Ongoing peer and mentor networking opportunities

Membership:
$50/month subscription

For Fractional Executives, Specialty Experts & Boutique Firms

Built for Leaders. Backed by Infrastructure.

Ideal for:

Established professionals or boutique consultancies ready to scale their influence, collaborate on larger contracts, and grow faster through shared deal flow and visibility.

You’ll Get:

  • Full access to the Espire consulting marketplace
  • Opportunities to lead projects as a Principal Partner
  • Participation in shared deal flow and profit-sharing
  • Collaboration on high-value public and private sector engagements
  • Access to Espire’s business development, back-office systems, licenses, and marketing platform

    A Streamlined Application Process Designed for Working Professionals

    Here’s what to expect after you apply:

    • Initial Review: We review eligibility based on submitted information and documentation.
    • Discovery Call: We validate your experience, fit, business entity, and qualifications; and share details about Espire and answer questions.
    • Acceptance: Sign agreements and complete payment.
    • Onboarding: You’ll gain access and be introduced to the Espire community
    • Live Opportunities: You’ll gain access to active briefs, team deals, shared pipeline channels, and more.

    A Streamlined Application Process Designed for Working Professionals

    Here’s what to expect after you apply:

    Initial Review: We review eligibility based on submitted information and documentation.

    Discovery Call: We validate your experience, fit, business entity, and qualifications; and share details about Espire and answer questions.

    Acceptance: Sign agreements and complete payment.

    Onboarding: You’ll gain access and be introduced to the Espire community (hosted on Circle), review the onboarding video, and given onboarding support.

    Live Opportunities: You’ll gain access to active briefs, team deals, shared pipeline channels, and more.

    High-Impact Clients. Real-World Problems.

    Our clients span mid-market enterprises and mission-driven organizations in:

    • Public sector & government
    • Healthcare & social services
    • Finance & banking
    • Construction, infrastructure, and urban development
    • Technology, data, and AI

    They’re seeking experts, not generic freelancers — and they rely on Espire to deliver people who can step in and lead.

    Not Just a Marketplace. A Collective.

    Espire is backed by a belief in shared success. Our consulting marketplace is designed for consultants who:

    • Want to grow revenue without building an internal team
    • Need systems that reduce administrative drag
    • Are seeking more than just transactional work

    Whether you’re looking for longer-term engagements, peer insight, or infrastructure to grow – this is your next step.

    Ready to Join a Consulting Marketplace That Works for You?

    Apply to Espire Collective today and get the infrastructure, clients, and community you need to thrive as an independent consultant.