I think that the best thing is to check who interact and answer here on forum. Contact user that seem to answer a lot with DM (you can check their profile page in “solved” sections ;). You can also check this page: https://bubble.io/agencies.
I do like your idea and it is one that someone that is ambitious would do, HOWEVER, there are forums that WILL crucify you if you send a member an unsolicited message!
What is Bubble’s OFFICIAL position on this?
I like your suggestion but more positive replies would be needed to validate it’s worthiness among community members.
I personnally don’t have any problem getting DM. But you may be right and some user may prefer to not be contacted using this way. They also have an option to disallow other user to send private message if they don’t want.
A lot of people search user Freelance category in forum to find experienced Bubblers and honestly, I’m not sure this is the best thing. But maybe some user can talk about their experience with this forum.
It would appear to be sensible to prepare a background check on any individual you may identify and present a compelling explanation as to exactly why you desire to establish contact with them.
In this light it would then be understandable as to what prompted your message and it would highlight a degree of professionalism from your side.