We connect institutional clients, corporations, SMEs, and startups with the people who know your market best.
Contact Us →FieldSignal is a boutique competitive intelligence firm on a mission to democratize expert networks. For decades, companies like GLG and AlphaSights have charged premium prices that only hedge funds and Fortune 500 companies could afford — often $500–1,500 per consultationwith minimum commitments in the six figures. We're breaking that model.
One-hour consultations with carefully vetted industry professionals who have direct experience.
Facilitated discussions with multiple market participants addressing complex strategic questions.
Quantitative research leveraging targeted interviews across 20–200 market participants.
Reference consultations with former colleagues and business partners of executive teams.
Bespoke research engagements combining multiple interview methodologies.
Access to our growing database of 5,000+ anonymized expert interview transcripts.
We recruit experts through three channels. LinkedIn outreach targets professionals with specific experience. Industry conferences provide direct access to thought leaders. Referrals from existing experts expand coverage in niche domains.
Every expert signs our terms of engagement. They confirm no active NDAs prevent participation. They acknowledge restrictions on sharing confidential information. Payment occurs within 5 business days of completed calls.
Our compliance mirrors standards set by GLG and AlphaSights. Experts must be 6+ months removed from discussed companies. All calls include compliance warnings and monitoring. Transcripts undergo legal review before client delivery.
We maintain an exclusion list of 2,000+ public company insiders. Automated screening flags potential conflicts. Manual review catches edge cases. When in doubt, we exclude the expert.
Every tenth call receives quality audit. Client satisfaction scores drive expert ratings. Poor performers get removed from the network. Top experts receive priority placement and premium rates.
Coverage includes SaaS, enterprise software, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and semiconductors. Strong network of engineers, product managers, sales leaders, and CTOs.
Recent projects: AI adoption rates, cloud migration strategies, developer tool preferences.
Expertise spans pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital health, and hospital systems. KOLs include physicians, clinical researchers, hospital administrators, and pharma executives.
Recent projects: Drug pricing dynamics, telehealth adoption, clinical trial recruitment.
Network covers investment banking, asset management, fintech, and insurance. Experts include traders, risk managers, compliance officers, and fintech founders.
Recent projects: Digital banking disruption, regulatory impacts, crypto adoption patterns.
Coverage of CPG brands, e-commerce, restaurants, and luxury goods. Experts include brand managers, supply chain leaders, store managers, and merchandisers.
Recent projects: DTC strategies, inflation impacts, Gen Z purchasing behavior.
Expertise in automotive, aerospace, chemicals, and logistics. Network includes plant managers, procurement officers, engineers, and union representatives.
Recent projects: Supply chain resilience, automation ROI, reshoring decisions.
Clients engage directly with our team to discuss intelligence requirements. We conduct detailed scoping conversations to understand specific objectives and context. Our compliance team reviews all requests for potential conflicts.
Step 1Our team identifies relevant professionals from our network and conducts targeted recruitment as needed. We typically present 10–20 qualified candidates for client consideration. Expert profiles include relevant experience and compliance clearance status.
Step 2Clients evaluate expert profiles and may request additional screening criteria. Following selection, we coordinate all scheduling and logistics directly. Clients typically engage with 1–5 experts per project.
Step 3We develop structured discussion guides in collaboration with clients. Experts receive comprehensive briefings on permissible discussion topics. All participants receive compliance guidelines and attestation requirements.
Step 4Consultations are conducted via telephone or video conference. Sessions may be moderated by our team or client-led. All calls are monitored for compliance purposes.
Step 5Professional transcription services document all consultations. We provide synthesis of key insights and findings. All deliverables undergo compliance review before client distribution.
Step 6FieldSignal operates under Hong Kong data protection law (PDPO) and aligns with international standards including GDPR. We maintain professional liability insurance of US$10 million. Terms of service align with ESMA and SFC guidelines. Regular audits ensure adherence.
Experts sign our Master Services Agreement before first engagement. Each call requires fresh attestation of compliance. Experts confirm no material non-public information will be shared. Violations result in permanent removal.
We integrate with client compliance systems. Pre-call questionnaires capture restrictions. Post-call attestations document compliance. Full audit trail maintained for 7 years.
Chinese walls separate project teams. Experts cannot see client identities. Clients receive anonymized expert details. Project information stays compartmentalized.
Our proprietary database maintains profiles of over 50,000 professionals globally. Advanced search capabilities enable rapid identification of relevant expertise. Automated compliance screening ensures all experts meet regulatory requirements.
Real-time monitoring systems oversee all consultations. Multi-stage review processes validate all deliverables before client distribution. Full audit trails maintained for regulatory compliance.
Traditional expert networks serve only large institutions with massive budgets. GLG and AlphaSights require six-figure annual commitments and charge $500–1,500 per consultation. We've built a model that makes the same quality intelligence accessible to startups, SMEs, and mid-market companies.
Whether you're a three-person startup or a Fortune 500 company, you get the same service quality and access to our network.
We believe information wants to be free. Critical market intelligence shouldn't be locked behind paywalls accessible only to the wealthy. By making expert networks affordable and accessible, we're democratizing competitive intelligence and enabling better decision-making across companies of all sizes.
Every startup competing against incumbents deserves the same intelligence advantages.
Our team comprises former operators who have worked within the industries we research. This experience enables us to identify the most relevant experts and ask the questions that matter. We understand operational dynamics because we have lived them — from seed-stage chaos to FAANG-scale systems.
Every client relationship is managed directly by senior team members, regardless of company size. We do not operate through automated systems or junior coordinators. A Series A startup gets the same attention as a private equity fund.
This high-touch approach ensures deep understanding of each client's intelligence requirements.
No mandatory annual retainers. No minimum commitments. We offer engagement models that work for companies at every stage — from single consultations for early-stage startups validating hypotheses to ongoing intelligence programs for established enterprises.
Pay for what you need, when you need it.
We maintain compliance standards equivalent to established networks including GLG and AlphaSights. Our protocols include comprehensive expert vetting, real-time monitoring, and multi-stage review processes. All activities comply with applicable securities regulations and data protection requirements.
Accessible pricing doesn't mean compromised standards.
We serve everyone from seed-stage startups to Fortune 500 companies — and treat them equally. Our democratic approach means a Series A founder gets the same quality service as a multi-billion dollar hedge fund:
Former operators from leading technology companies and high-growth organizations. Combined experience spans product management, business development, and strategic operations at companies ranging from startups to FAANG enterprises.
30 professionals working across multiple time zones. Our team includes former industry practitioners who understand the nuances of each sector. This operational background enables more effective expert identification and consultation facilitation.
Dedicated compliance professionals with backgrounds in financial services regulation. Former compliance officers from investment firms and expert networks. Continuous training ensures adherence to evolving regulatory requirements.
What is your typical project timeline?
Project timelines depend on complexity and expert availability. Standard engagements typically require 5–10 business days from initiation to delivery. Complex or niche requirements may extend this timeframe.
Which sectors do you cover?
We maintain comprehensive coverage across all major industries, with particular depth in technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, and industrials. Specialized or emerging sectors may require targeted recruitment.
How do you ensure compliance?
Our compliance framework includes expert vetting, pre-consultation attestations, real-time monitoring, and post-consultation review. We maintain standards consistent with established networks and regulatory requirements.
What are your engagement terms?
We offer flexible engagement structures without mandatory long-term commitments. Unlike traditional networks that require substantial monthly retainers, we provide project-based and customized pricing options.
Do you provide consultation transcripts?
All consultations include professional transcription and synthesis of key findings. Documentation undergoes compliance review before distribution.
Can you support custom research requirements?
We regularly undertake bespoke intelligence projects including extended expert engagements and complex multi-methodology research. Please contact miles@fieldsignalhq.com to discuss specific requirements.