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Direct Collective

A private peer community for client-side contingent workforce program leaders

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Direct Collective is a supplier-free, members-only community for leaders running contingent labor programs who want to connect with peers and move their programs forward. It was built by practitioners, for practitioners — a place where client-side leaders can share real strategies, dig into what's actually working across programs, and get support from people who have faced the same challenges. The community is exclusive to client-side professionals, keeping conversations focused, relevant, and free from commercial noise.

Unlike industry events or vendor-sponsored forums, Direct Collective gives members a private space to exchange insights without an agenda. From peer discussions and a vetted partner rating system to advisory board participation and live events, the community is structured to help members strengthen their programs and stay ahead of a rapidly evolving contingent workforce landscape. Membership starts with a free Social tier, giving leaders immediate access to the network.

Outcomes

  • Connect with peers running similar programs
  • Access vetted partner ratings and insights
  • Stay current on direct sourcing best practices
  • Strengthen your contingent workforce program

What's included?

  • Social Membership

    Free community access to connect with other client-side contingent workforce leaders and begin exploring the network.

  • Peer Exchange

    Private discussions where members share strategies, challenges, and real-world solutions from inside leading programs.

  • CRED Partner Ratings

    A community-driven system where members rate, review, and vouch for partners based on real program experience.

  • Advisory Board Participation

    For qualifying members, eight virtual meetings annually to actively shape the community and contribute to industry direction.

  • Live Events

    Community-led events and in-person opportunities to connect, learn, and deepen relationships with fellow program leaders.

Who is this for?

  • Client-side contingent workforce program leaders who have launched or are exploring direct sourcing
  • Procurement and HR professionals managing contingent labor programs at scale
  • Leaders looking for a supplier-free space to benchmark and strengthen their programs
  • Professionals navigating the shift to more direct-to-talent engagement models

About the creator

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Dustin Talley

Founder of Direct Collective | Contingent Workforce Industry Leader

Dustin Talley is the founder and community lead of Direct Collective, a private peer network for client-side contingent workforce professionals. He has over 17 years of experience in contingent labor, and in 2022 co-founded Direct Collective alongsid...