VisasQ

About VisasQ

VisasQ Inc. is a Japanese knowledge platform company that operates an expert network service, connecting professionals with specialized knowledge to clients seeking insights. The company was founded in March 2012 as walkntalk Inc. by Eiko Hashiba, who currently serves as CEO. Hashiba's journey as a working mother and her experiences at Goldman Sachs, L'Oréal, and a private equity fund inspired her to create a platform that facilitates flexible work and knowledge sharing. The company officially launched its service in 2013 and rebranded to VisasQ in 2015.

VisasQ went public on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in March 2020. A significant milestone was the acquisition of US-based Coleman Research Group in August 2021 for approximately $102 million, which substantially expanded its global footprint and expert database. This acquisition brought VisasQ's total network to over 400,000 experts and established a presence in seven locations worldwide, including Tokyo, New York, London, and Singapore. In January 2023, the company initiated a rebranding to integrate the VisasQ and Coleman brands.

The company's business model is centered on providing on-demand access to expertise for a variety of clients, including consulting firms, financial institutions, and large corporations. It offers a range of services, such as one-on-one expert interviews, B2B online surveys, written reports, and project-based support for new business development and market research. VisasQ's revenue is generated through facilitating these connections, with a business model that includes both full-service support by VisasQ staff and a self-service platform called VQ Lite.

The platform boasts a global network of over 700,000 experts across 190 countries. Clients use the service for strategic planning, industry research, due diligence, and organizational development. VisasQ has distinguished itself in the Japanese market, where it is considered a pioneer in the spot consulting field, and is expanding its international presence to compete with other global expert networks.