Research & Expert Networking Services
At The Continental Exchange, we empower businesses with the human connections and intelligence they need to succeed in highly competitive markets.
What We Do
Your partner for premium research, intelligence, and expert connectivity.
The Continental Exchange is an expert network and primary research firm. What that means is that we’re research partners to investors, management consulting firms, corporates, and investment banks. When our clients are looking to learn more about a particular market, they’ll ask us to track down experts from within those markets that can discuss the topics they want to learn more about, and from there we connect them for compensated phone based consultations.
We don’t just connect clients with experts—we elevate the expert experience to ensure deeper insights, higher engagement, and better outcomes. The quality of the research product from traditional expert networks is on the decline, where experts are treated as disposable commodities.
We take a different approach:
- Experts are vetted thought leaders, not just profiles in a database.
- We build long-term relationships with experts to ensure trust and quality.
- Experts are treated fairly, compensated appropriately, and engaged meaningfully with projects appropriate to their expertise.


How We Do It
Use Cases
TRADITIONAL EXPERT NETWORKING AND MARKET RESEARCH
With over six years of experience servicing Tier I and Tier II management consulting firms and investment bankers, we deliver timely, precise information to support informed decision-making on critical business and market opportunities. We take the time to speak with our clients and truly understand their research needs - we are not a point/click speed expert network and hold ourselves to a higher standard of quality.
The Continental Difference
Transforming conversations into strategic advantages

Our Technology
Best in class tools and processes
We leverage Inex One, the industry-leading expert networking project management platform for expert calls, to provide our clients with a seamless and efficient experience.
Market Experience
Experience across a wide range of industries
We are market generalists by trade, capable of conducting value chain analysis into any industry to identify and create connections with key decision makers and influencers.

OUR NETWORK OF EXPERTS
Industry Leaders Across North America & Europe
Our expert network spans senior executives, directors, managers, and specialized professionals with direct, hands-on experience in the industries and companies that matter to our clients.
From C-suite leaders shaping corporate strategy to operational managers running day-to-day business functions, our experts provide practical, first-hand insights into market trends, competitive landscapes, and strategic decision-making.
We go beyond generic expert networks by curating the right individuals for each engagement, ensuring our clients receive relevant, high-value intelligence.
Benefits for our Experts
Your time and expertise compensated
If you’re familiar with expert networking, you’ll have recognized a steep drop off in quality from the largest players in the space. Analysts spray and pray, contacting experts for projects they’re not relevant for.

Why participate in expert calls?
What To Expect
Onboarding as an Industry Expert
The onboarding process begins with a mandatory introductory (intro) call scheduled via phone, WhatsApp, Google Meets, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, (etc.). We mandate an initial call for quality control purposes. to establish rapport with each expert we work with, and to answer questions for experts about the process and purposes of the research.

Anatomy of an Intro Call
- 1. Introduction - exchanging pleasantries and developing rapport.
- 2. The Continental Exchange Pitch - explanation of what we do and value add.
- 3. Pre qualifying/screening questions.
- 4. Determining hourly bill rate and introducing Terms of Engagement.
- 5. Gathering availability for scheduling.
- 6. Closing and ending well.
How It Works
The expert's journey
Initial research
Connect specialist and topic
Specialist confirmation
Interview scheduled
Interview conducted
Payment and feedback
Testimonials
What our clients say
Key Information
Frequently asked questions
OUR COMMITTMENT
Precision. Transparency. Quality.
At The Continental Exchange, we are dedicated to quality and accuracy. Our clients rely on us for insights and opportunities that drive growth and success. We take pride in our transparency, precision, and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction.