It sounds like you've been benefiting from referrals already. Don't give that up. Academics talk to each other you know. They also go to conferences. You might

It sounds like you've been benefiting from referrals already. Don't give that up. Academics talk to each other you know. They also go to conferences. You might consider attending. I do a lot of work for clients in the apparel industry and it's all been referral. I also try to go to the bit seasonal shows in Las Vegas and get my current clients to introduce me to other people they know there. Start conversations.