Graphite consultants by the numbers

Graphite consultants by the numbers

You've learned about the benefits of onboarding independent experts to address immediate needs and how leveraging the independent workforce can help you better navigate uncertainty. But before you decide to onboard an expert, you likely want to get a better sense of the type of talent out there. 

We know because it's a common question we get from clients. And it makes sense. The success of your initiatives depends on the caliber of talent you onboard to your teams, and it's why we've made it a mission at Graphite to build the best network of independent consultants so that you can rest easy knowing that you have access to the best talent on demand. 

Through our on-demand talent acquisition model, Fortune 1,000 enterprises, venture capital, and private equity firms can find and onboard independent talent within 48 hours. But what does our talent pool look like? What skill sets and industry/sector expertise can you tap into? And, more importantly, what's the background and experience of the independent experts on our platform?

This article provides a quick overview of Graphite's independent consultants by the numbers. Take a look.

8,900+ Pre-Vetted and Highly Qualified Consultants

We know how important finding the right talent quickly is for your business. So we've made it a point to differentiate our network by focusing on quality. Graphite is unique in that we conduct a two-tier vetting process. 

Before independent experts are allowed onto the platform, we first conduct a pre-vetting process that checks hard and soft skills, tests, and verifies work experience. 

The second tier of vetting happens after consultants apply to your projects. We conduct another interview to ensure a proper fit for your specific project needs. We've built a network of more than 8,900+ highly qualified independent consultants from this process.

15+ Years of Experience on Average

Graphite's independent consultants have an average of 16-20+ years of experience, often from a combination of consulting work at elite firms and corporate or investment banking experience as direct employees or firm partners. They also come from highly regarded educational institutions such as Wharton, Harvard Business School, Columbia, Stanford, Kellogg, Yale, and more. And 70% of the independent consultants on our platform have an MBA or Ph.D. in business or a related field.

 

3,030+ Experts with Experience at Bain, Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey, and other Top Consulting Firms

Prior consulting experience is a top requirement for a lot of our clients. It’s therefore not surprising that our network is home to 975+ independent consultants with experience at one of the Big Three consulting firms — Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group, or McKinsey & Company — and 1,450+ independent consultants with experience at Big Four accounting firms like Deloitte, PwC, KPMG or Ernst & Young. It’s why so many Fortune 1,000 companies like Sephora, Krispy Kreme, and more rely on Graphite to meet their project needs. 

4.8 Out of 5 stars Average Rating on Completed Projects

Our qualification requirements and intensive two-tier vetting process mean that Graphite clients can be confident they're hiring top performers who will complete projects successfully and often while exceeding expectations. It's why the average rating of our experts is 4.8 out of 5 stars, with over 575 companies rehiring independent consultants on the platform. 

A Network Spanning 6 Continents

One of the main benefits of the on-demand talent acquisition model is that you're no longer limited by your geographic location when it comes to finding top-tier talent. Our network has a truly global reach. Independent consultants on our platform can be found in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Wherever you are, there’s a Graphite consultant within reach, including opportunities to leverage the talent and experience of someone who knows your region or market.

Specialized Skills

Of course, a network isn't complete without the right talent and skills to tackle a wide range of business and investing needs. At Graphite, we've focused on several key areas in recruiting top-tier consultants. Here's a summary of some of the functional expertise our experts boast. 

Proven Industry Experience

When Graphite clients hire our talented consultants, they often seek subject matter expertise combined with experience in a specific industry. Fortunately, our independent consultants deliver documented knowledge and experience across various industries. 

If you’re Interested in learning more about the capabilities of our independent consultants, check our client success stories to get a closer look. But if you feel you're ready to take the next step, schedule a call with one of our Account Executives to get started. 

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