Becoming a Member
Who can join?
Membership is open to any professional who consults to business, government or not-for-profits in any discipline, as well as aspiring consultants who have developed significant credentials and expertise in their field. The Consulting Alliance carefully checks references before accepting new members to ensure that all members have the highest professional standards, do outstanding quality work, and maintain impeccable ethics.
Who are the members?
Our members are independent consultants, sole practitioners, partners in jointly administered consulting practices, or management-level staff in businesses or organizations who have financial and administrative decision-making authority for their consulting activities.
How do you define "consulting"?
We define consulting as offering advice or instruction based on a specialized competence and/or insight to a client for a fee or salary. The definition excludes the offering of advice or instruction that is primarily in support of the sale of products including, but not limited to, insurance and financial instruments or real estate.
Do you require any certification?
We have no specific certification requirements. We do expect that our members are highly competent as evidenced by appropriate qualifications and well established expertise. We speak with references and seek evidence of a track record of effectiveness and success in their professional disciplines.
Do you accept consultants who are just starting out?
Part of the Consulting Alliance's role is to mentor those new to the consulting field. We do sometimes accept these individuals on a limited basis while ensuring that on balance we are an organization strong on subject matter, field expertise and consulting experience.
Membership Requirements
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Members must earn a minimum of 51% of their income from consulting
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Members must adhere to the Alliance Code of Ethics
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Members must adhere to the Alliance Bylaws and policies
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Members must maintain current dues
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Members must demonstrate willingness to volunteer/become involved in Alliance committees, programs and activities such as sharing effective business strategies, mentoring newer consultants, participating in activities with partner organizations, etc.
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Applicants must agree to adhere to the above and:
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Provide a professional resume or bio
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Successfully complete a membership interview
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Submit a client list
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Agree to permit the Membership Committee to contact three clients as references
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Agree to add their business information to the Alliance web site