Partner Tracks

Four pathways.
One network.

Choose your track based on your expertise and how you want to contribute to our global city-to-city network. You can apply for multiple tracks.

Track 01

bcdW Contributors

City-based Editorial Network

City-based writers for news.bcd-w.com and bcdW Current Today Newsletter. Fact checkers and local voices shaping global narratives from their cities.

What You Get

  • Write for news.bcd-w.com
  • Contribute to bcdW Current Today Newsletter
  • Local fact-checking and verification
  • City-specific business insights
  • Editorial bylines and recognition

Ideal For

Journalists and writersLocal business expertsIndustry analystsContent creators
Track 02

Digital Bridges

Local-Global Consultants

Local partners who consult, connect, communicate and coordinate between local cities and global clients. The essential bridge for cross-border business.

What You Get

  • Consult with global clients
  • Connect local resources globally
  • Communicate across cultures
  • Coordinate cross-border projects
  • Build lasting business relationships

Ideal For

Business consultantsLocal market expertsCultural liaisonsIndustry specialists
Track 03

Collective Horizons

Global Talent Pool

A diverse talent pool spanning freelancers, event staff, field researchers, retainer partners, volunteers (OPT eligible), and university interns. Career path to O-1 visa and global career opportunities.

Career path to O-1 visa / global career

What You Get

  • Freelance project opportunities
  • Event staffing positions
  • Field research assignments
  • Retainer partnership options
  • OPT-eligible volunteer roles
  • University internship programs (remote)

Ideal For

Freelancers and gig workersEvent professionalsResearchers and analystsUniversity studentsRecent graduates
Track 04

RainMakers

US-Based Execution Partners

US-based execution organizations and service providers. bcdW connects global clients to RainMakers for seamless project delivery and market entry.

What You Get

  • Receive qualified global leads
  • Execute cross-border projects
  • Service international clients
  • Expand your client base globally
  • Trusted partner network status

Ideal For

Execution agenciesService providersProfessional firmsMarketing agenciesBusiness service companies

Membership Journey

How it works

Step 1

Create Profile

Anyone can create a profile card with your photo, city, expertise, and LinkedIn.

Step 2

Apply for Tracks

Choose one or multiple tracks that align with your skills and interests.

Step 3

Review & Approval

Our team reviews each application per track and provides feedback.

Step 4

Partner Status

Become a Program Partner or advance to Continental Partner status.

Start Your Application

Growth Path

Partner levels

Program Partner

Entry-level partnership status. Access to track-specific opportunities, directory listing, and network resources.

  • Directory listing
  • Track opportunities
  • Network access
Advanced

Continental Partner

Elevated partnership for proven contributors. Lead regional initiatives and mentor new partners across your continent.

  • All Program Partner benefits
  • Regional leadership role
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Priority project access