Partner Program · By Invitation & Application
Refer Once.
Earn for a Year.
A selective referral program for anyone whose professional network includes research buyers. Make a qualified introduction, and you'll earn 15% of every dollar that client spends with CloudResearch over the next 12 months.
Why partner
The strongest introductions in our industry come from peers.
Research is a relationship business. We've built the Partner Program around the simple belief that a warm introduction from someone your client already trusts is worth more than any outbound campaign — and that the person who made that introduction should share in the upside.
Real economics
15% of net invoiced revenue, for a full 12 months after the introduction. No tiered thresholds, no clawbacks except on uncollected invoices. The math is simple, transparent, and reported to you every month.
Selective by design
We approve roughly one in three applicants. Partners are reviewed for relevance, credibility, and fit before being invited. Your clients should feel like you brought them in front of an institution, not an affiliate program.
Low operational burden
You make the introduction; our sales team takes it from there. You can stay as involved or as hands-off as you like. We send monthly status updates on every active introduction so you always know what's happening.
The economics
Straight-forward terms. No surprises.
Designed to be easy to defend internally if your CFO or legal team has questions.
Estimate your earnings
Most CloudResearch services engagements with mid-market and enterprise clients fall between $40k and $250k in the first year. Move the sliders below to see what that looks like for you.
15% × contract value × introductions. Excludes expansion revenue, which is also commissionable.
How it works
From introduction to payout, in six clear steps.
Apply
Submit the application on this page. We review and respond within 5–7 business days.
Fit-check call
If your application looks promising, we schedule a 30-minute video call to interview you and decide together whether the program is the right fit.
Sign & onboard
If we mutually agree to move forward, we send the Partner Referral Agreement and get you onboarded.
Submit introductions
Submit each prospective client to our team. We confirm eligibility within 10 business days.
We close the business
Our sales team handles scoping, pricing, and contracting. You stay in the loop with monthly status updates.
Get paid
15% of every invoice collected from your introduced client during the 12-month tail, paid monthly.
FAQ
Questions partners ask.
How is “new to your pipeline” defined?
A client is new if no active opportunity, contract, or named contact exists in our CRM at the time you submit the introduction. We confirm or deny eligibility within 10 business days so you have a definitive answer before you spend relationship capital.
What if two partners introduce the same client?
First valid submission wins. We timestamp every introduction at submission. If a client is already attributed, we’ll let you know quickly so you can focus on other introductions.
Do I get paid on renewals beyond the 12-month tail?
No. Commission applies only to revenue invoiced during the 12-month attribution period starting at the qualified-introduction date. This keeps the program sustainable and keeps our pricing competitive for your clients long-term.
What happens if my client doesn’t pay?
Commission is calculated on collected revenue. If an invoice is later written off or refunded, no commission is owed on that amount, and previously paid amounts may be netted from future payouts. We send an itemized breakdown with every payment.
Can I co-sell, not just introduce?
Yes — many of our most productive partners join client calls, help scope the work, and co-present pricing. The 15% commission applies whether you’re a quiet introducer or an active co-seller.
Is the program open internationally?
Yes. The program is open to partners worldwide. Commission is paid in USD via wire transfer or ACH. Partners are responsible for any local taxes or withholdings in their jurisdiction.
How do I get out of the program?
Either party can terminate on 30 days’ notice. Commission on previously qualified introductions continues to be paid through the end of their 12-month attribution period.
Where can I read the full terms?
Approved applicants receive the full Partner Referral Agreement before signing. You’re welcome to share it with your legal team — it’s designed for that review.
Apply
Tell us about your firm and your network.
This form takes about 5 minutes. We respond to every applicant within 5–7 business days.
Application received. Thanks!
A member of the CloudResearch Partner team will review your application and reply within 5–7 business days.