# Handshake

> B2B Marketplace for Meaningful Meetings - Where buyers get paid for their time and sellers get guaranteed access to verified decision-makers.

Handshake transforms B2B connections through guaranteed, paid meetings. Unlike traditional cold outreach, our platform ensures both parties benefit: software buyers are compensated for their time while sellers gain direct access to qualified decision-makers who are actively evaluating solutions.

## Key Features

- **Paid Meetings**: Buyers set their rates and get paid for taking qualified meetings
- **Verified Profiles**: All users have verified company affiliations and roles
- **AI-Powered Matching**: Smart algorithms connect sellers with relevant buyers
- **Two-Way Ratings**: Transparency through mutual feedback after meetings
- **Escrow Payments**: Protected transactions with automatic payouts via Stripe
- **Company Directory**: Browse 350+ software companies

## For Buyers (Software Decision-Makers)

- Set your own meeting rate ($50-$1000+ per meeting)
- Control your calendar and availability
- Only accept meetings that match your interests
- Get paid via Stripe Connect after completed meetings
- Share software experience and provide reference calls

## For Sellers (Software Vendors)

- Access verified decision-makers directly
- Skip cold outreach and gatekeepers
- Guaranteed meetings with interested buyers
- Three pricing tiers available:
  - Starter: $500 (5 meeting credits)
  - Growth: $1,000 (12 meeting credits)
  - Pro: $1,500 (25 meeting credits)
  - Enterprise: Custom pricing available

## How It Works

1. **Create Profile**: Buyers and sellers create verified profiles
2. **Set Preferences**: Buyers set rates; sellers define ideal customer profile
3. **Request Meeting**: Sellers browse directory and request paid meetings
4. **Accept & Meet**: Buyers accept requests and get paid after meetings
5. **Rate & Review**: Both parties provide feedback for quality assurance

## Use Cases

- Software evaluation meetings with actual users
- Reference calls with verified customers
- Product demos with qualified prospects
- Expert consultations with industry professionals

## Pages

- [Home](https://the-handshake.lovable.app/) - Main landing page with platform overview
- [Directory](https://the-handshake.lovable.app/directory) - Browse software companies and buyers
- [Pricing](https://the-handshake.lovable.app/pricing) - View seller subscription plans
- [Contact](https://the-handshake.lovable.app/contact) - Get in touch with the team

## Contact Information

- Email: ryan@the-handshake.com
- Website: https://the-handshake.lovable.app

## About

Handshake was created to solve the broken B2B sales process. Traditional cold outreach wastes everyone's time - buyers are bombarded with irrelevant pitches, and sellers struggle to reach decision-makers. By introducing paid meetings, we align incentives: buyers are compensated for their valuable time, and sellers get guaranteed access to qualified prospects who are genuinely interested in learning about solutions.