Live signal from one of the markets I watch.
- →Arkansas operator committed to a 400-person season for 2026, fifth year running.
- →Texas operator on record for a 348-person 2026 season, five consecutive years.
- →Colorado operator committed to 265 for 2026, filed every year since 2022.
- →North Carolina operator on record for 250, fifth consecutive season.
That’s four of the 3,670 companies on the watch list right now, across 48 states. 2,044 of them are already committed to a 2026 season, and 679 have committed five years in a row. Everything comes from public filings and every number is exact. Who they are, and which records, stays between me and the people I work with.
Two sides, one introduction, made for a reason.
No closed introduction on this desk yet, so here is exactly what I put in motion.
- Company with a live need → the firm that handles it Once a decision is on record, there is a short window before it gets handled late or handled badly. I bring one firm that fits, while the window is open.
- Firm with capacity → the companies that just entered your window If you serve these companies for a living, I ask what a good client looks like for you first. Then I bring the ones that match. Anything outside that spec gets replaced, not forced through.
What I see in these markets that outsiders miss.
The terms, before you ask for them.
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A conversation, not a list
One introduction, made for a reason. Nobody goes on a spreadsheet, nobody gets blasted.
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Complete discretion
Nothing you tell me goes anywhere. No lists, no databases, and your competitors never hear about it from me.
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Nothing owed for a conversation
Replying costs nothing. If an introduction makes sense, terms get agreed before anything moves. If the timing is wrong, say so and I stop.
One person, and you will always be talking to him.
My name is Taoufik Ela. I founded The Intro Desk and I run it myself. No team, no account manager, no handoff.
- Role
- Founder, The Intro Desk
- Working
- United States, several markets
- Reach me
- taoufik@gettheintro.com
- Calendar
- Book a call
What clients say
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Very prompt, went above and beyond for my project and very good with communication and detail.
Upwork client review · 5.0 -
He is the best person I have worked with in this space. He genuinely cares about results, is very professional. He clearly knows what he is doing and has real experience.
Upwork client review · 5.0
The four I get asked most.
Who are you introducing me to?
I name them when the introduction happens, not before. I don’t use anyone’s name as bait to get a reply.
Is this lead generation?
No. Lead generation sells activity. I make introductions, and only when there’s a real reason for one.
What does it cost me?
Replying costs nothing. If an introduction makes sense for you, we agree terms before anything moves.
Will my competitors find out?
Not from me. Nothing gets listed, nothing gets announced, and neither side’s name moves without a yes.