What Business Talent Group does

Business Talent Group (BTG), founded in 2007 by Jody Miller and headquartered in New York, operates an on-demand talent marketplace that connects enterprises with a curated network of independent consultants, subject matter experts, boutique firms, and interim executives for project-based engagements. The proprietary platform features a private project bidding system, a custom search and matching algorithm, and a 'Full Circle Quality Assessment' vetting methodology that combines technology with human curation to source, vet, and rate talent across 14+ industry verticals and 10+ functional capabilities. The company serves approximately 53% of the Fortune 100 and a broad share of the Fortune 1000, with a network exceeding 8,100 consultants from top consulting firms, 24,400+ interim executives, 16,600+ strategy consultants, and 5,600+ project/program managers across 39 countries.

BTG generates revenue through professional services placement fees on a quote-based, pay-as-you-go model with pricing not publicly disclosed. Distribution is primarily direct enterprise field sales supported by inbound web inquiry forms, case-study-driven content marketing, and a referral program that offers up to $3,000 for project referrals and $1,000 for talent referrals. Primary customer segments are Fortune 1000 companies (strategic initiatives, transformations, M&A support, interim leadership), Private Equity firms (due diligence and portfolio support), and Nonprofits. Selected enterprise clients include F500 hospitality, F500 CPG, a large pharmaceutical firm, a major agricultural conglomerate, a global fintech/payments company, a leading health insurer, and a multi-billion-dollar housing materials business.

In 2021, Heidrick & Struggles acquired BTG, making it part of the first global leadership advisory firm offering the full spectrum from on-demand independent professionals to interim executives to permanent placements. Prior to acquisition, BTG raised approximately $16.5M across funding rounds in 2007, 2016 ($8M led by NextEquity Partners), and 2018 ($6M), and acquired UK-based Hillgate in 2019 to support European expansion. Headcount is 51–100 employees, reflecting a lean curation-and-sales organization leveraging a large independent talent supply base.

Name

Business Talent Group

Legal name

Business Talent Group

Website

https://businesstalentgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Business Talent Group operates an on-demand talent marketplace that connects Fortune 1000 enterprises with curated independent consultants and interim executives across 39 countries. Founded in 2007 and acquired by Heidrick & Struggles in 2021, it serves strategic, operational, and M&A project needs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

On-Demand Talent Marketplace

NAICS

Employment Placement Agencies and Executive Search Services (56131), Employment Placement Agencies (561311), Executive Search Services (561312)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Talent Management & Workforce Planning Consulting (BPAHAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Professional & Technical Direct Hire (IT, Engineering, Finance, Healthcare) (BPACAFAC)

Keywords

• On-demand talent marketplace
• Interim executive placement
• Independent consultant network
• Project-based consulting
• Talent matching platform

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. On-Demand Talent Placement: BTG connects companies with independent consultants, subject matter experts, and interim executives for project-based work. Revenue is generated through placement fees for matching talent with client needs, typically on a project or hourly basis.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Business Talent Group operates an on-demand talent marketplace that connects companies with independent management consultants, subject matter experts, boutique firms, and interim executives for project-based engagements. The platform combines proprietary vetting technology with hands-on client service to scope projects, present curated candidate slates, and manage contracting, compliance, and deployment across 39 countries.

Product overview

Business Talent Group offers a talent marketplace platform providing on-demand access to independent consultants, subject matter experts, boutique firms, and interim executives. The core platform is supported by specialized service offerings organized by capabilities (Strategy, Operations, Organizational Design, Business Integrations, Transformations, Project Management) and industry verticals (Consumer Goods, Energy, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality, Industrial, Insurance, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Nonprofit, Private Equity, Retail, Services, Technology). The platform is enhanced by proprietary technology including a Full Circle Quality Assessment for vetting talent and a private project bidding platform. Key product components include the On-Demand Talent Platform, Interim Executives service, and industry/function-specific consulting services across 14+ industries and 10+ functional areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• On-Demand Talent Platform BTG's core marketplace connecting companies with independent consultants, subject matter experts, boutique firms, and interim executives for project-based work. Used by Fortune 1000 enterprises to source vetted talent for strategic, operational, and transformation initiatives.
• Interim Executives On-demand interim C-suite leadership placement (CEO, CFO, CHRO, CIO, CMO, COO, CTO) to fill leadership gaps and drive special initiatives for enterprises. Interim CFOs comprised 51% of all C-suite leadership requests in 2025.
• Strategy & Planning Consulting Access to strategy consultants (16,600+ available) for sustained growth initiatives including AI strategy, business plan development, competitor analysis, due diligence, growth strategy, international expansion, and mergers and acquisitions support.
• Operations & Performance Consulting Operations consultants to drive improved performance, optimize processes, manage supply chain, restructuring, and business process management for enterprise clients.
• Organizational Design & Effectiveness Organizational consultants providing enterprise-wide alignment across organizational design, development, change management, and workforce planning.
• Business Integration Solutions On-demand talent for seamless business integration including interim leadership, functional specialists, and execution support for M&A integration workstreams.
• Transformation Consulting Business transformation consultants for meaningful change including cost reduction, culture transformation, financial transformation, lean/Six Sigma programs, and turnaround initiatives.
• Project Management Services On-demand project managers and leaders for coordinating critical workstreams including portfolio management, program management, and project leadership. Network includes 5,600 experienced project and program managers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 53% of Fortune 100 served
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Toptal: Toptal is a global freelance marketplace curating top-tier software developers, designers, finance experts, and consultants. It directly overlaps with BTG in on-demand professional talent matching, though it focuses more on technical talent while BTG centers on business/management consultants and executives.
• Catalant (formerly MBA & Company): Catalant is an on-demand talent platform connecting enterprises with independent consultants and subject-matter experts for project-based work. It is one of BTG's closest direct competitors, serving Fortune 1000 clients with a similar curated marketplace model.
• Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG): GLG is a professional learning and expert network serving consulting, investment, and corporate strategy clients with on-demand expert consultations. It overlaps with BTG in high-end advisory talent but is more focused on short expert calls rather than project-based consulting engagements.

Broad incumbents

• Heidrick & Struggles: Heidrick & Struggles is a global executive search and leadership advisory firm and the parent company of BTG. It overlaps with BTG in serving C-suite and senior leadership needs but is centered on permanent executive placement rather than on-demand consulting talent.
• Korn Ferry: Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm offering executive search, talent acquisition, and leadership development. It serves similar Fortune 1000 buyers as BTG and competes in interim and on-demand leadership through its broader portfolio.
• Spencer Stuart: Spencer Stuart is a leading executive search and leadership advisory firm serving large enterprises and boards. It competes with BTG's interim executive offering from a permanent-placement base, particularly for C-suite and board-level mandates.
• Egon Zehnder: Egon Zehnder is a global executive search and leadership advisory firm serving F500 clients. It is a broad incumbent in the executive talent space, overlapping with BTG's interim executive and senior advisory services.
• Upwork: Upwork is a large-scale freelance marketplace covering technology, creative, and business talent. While positioned at the broader, lower-priced end of the market, its Upwork Enterprise offering competes with BTG in on-demand professional services for large organizations.

Emerging players

• Axiom Law: Axiom is an on-demand legal talent provider connecting enterprises with experienced lawyers for project and interim work. It pioneered the on-demand professional services model in legal, providing a comparable marketplace template that BTG has adapted for business consulting.
• Mark43 (MBO Partners / TalentBridge): MBO Partners operates a platform connecting independent consultants and fractional executives with enterprise clients. It overlaps with BTG in the independent consultant and fractional executive category, though with a stronger SMB and individual contributor tilt.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors3 records

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M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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