Frequently Asked Questions
And their answers.
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OPA welcomes anyone building a career outside traditional employment models:
Freelancers and independent contractors
Fractional executives (CMOs, CFOs, COOs, etc.)
Consultants and advisory professionals
Agency owners and partners
Companies providing services to independent workers (Associate Members)
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Regular Membership: $149/year (Special founding member rate: $49 for 2025)
Associate Membership: $999/year
Student & Academia: $99/year
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Our flagship event is Outsourced LIVE, occurring October 16, 2025, in Washington, DC. We also offer virtual learning labs, facilitated mastermind groups, and regional meetups – all designed specifically for the challenges and opportunities of independent work.
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Unlike broad business organizations or industry-specific groups, OPA focuses exclusively on the business model of independent work – regardless of industry or specialty. Our resources, events, and community are built to address the unique challenges of building a sustainable business outside traditional employment.
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We represent the collective interests of outsourced professionals with policymakers, enterprise buyers, and the media. We're building industry standards, developing credentials that validate expertise, and raising awareness about the value independent professionals deliver.
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We offer several partnership opportunities for companies looking to reach our community. Email info@outsourcedpros.org for our sponsorship prospectus and to discuss custom opportunities.

About Us
The Independent Workforce Has Arrived. The Outsourced Professionals Association (OPA) was created to meet a critical need: providing infrastructure, community, and advocacy for the rapidly growing independent workforce.
As more professionals choose freelancing, fractional leadership, and consulting careers, OPA delivers the resources, connections, and legitimacy they need to thrive in this new ecosystem.

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