--- title: Startups date: 2025-06-16T11:01:00+01:00 author: Ashley Dutton canonical_url: "https://www.connectd.com/startups" section: Pages --- ## One platform. Every expert your startup will ever need. Marketing Tech Operations Fundraising HR ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Stephen-White-Diageo.webp) Advisors### Stephen White ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Stephen_Diageo-346-x-154px_300-1.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Flora-Coleman.webp) Advisors### Flora Coleman ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Fiora_Klarna-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/James-Lee-Thompson.webp) Advisors### James Thompson ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/James_McLaren-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Laura-Donadio.webp) Advisors### Laura Donadio ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Laura_Unilever-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Howard-Chen.webp) Fractional### Howard Chan ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Howard_Harvard-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Michael-Day.webp) Non-Execs### Michael Day ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Michael_American-express-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Simon-Clark.webp) Advisors### Simon Clark ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Simon_IBM-Logo.webp) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/chetan-manarekar.jpg) Fractional### Chetan Manjareker ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Chetan_Atos-logo.webp) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Alex-Southworth.jpg) Advisors### Alex Southworth ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Alessandra-Grossi.webp) Advisors### Allesandra Grossi ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Alessandra_Pfizer-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Abi-Awomosu.webp) Advisors### Abi Awomosu ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Abi_Google-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Derek-DeStephen.webp) Fractional### Derek DeStephen ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Derek_LUNA_black-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Julia-McFadden-900-x-600.jpg) Advisors### Julie McFadden ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Julie_Johns-Hopkins_black-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Dillip-Panda.webp) Advisors### Dilip Panda ![](/uploads/Logos/Microsoft_Logo.svg) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Richa-Rudola.webp) Advisors### Richa Rudola ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Richa_Federal-reserve-bank-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Corey-Hemingway.webp) Fractional### Corey Hemingway ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Corey_US-ARMY-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Mhairi-Berry.jpg) Fractional### Mhairi Berry ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Mhairi_Burberry-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Michael-1030-x-690_72dpi.webp) Non-Execs### Michael Horsley ![](/uploads/Logos/Anaplan_logo.svg-1.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/John-Tate.jpg) Advisors### John Tate ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/John_Ford-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Ashley-Hamilton.webp) Fractional### Ashley Hamilton ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Ashley_Benefex-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Afeez-Awowole.webp) Fractional### Afeez Awowole ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Afeez_Meta-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Lawrence-Decamillo.webp) Non-Execs### Lawrence DeCamillo ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Lawrence_Goldman-Sachs-346-x-154px_300.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Alessandro-Bovone.webp) Advisors### Alessandro Bovone ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/nokia-new-logo-2023-png-vector.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Ajit-Kumar.webp) Advisors### Ajit Kumar ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Celests-Thompson.webp) Fractional### Celeste Thompson ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/The-Body-Shop-Logo.png) ![](/uploads/Images/_800x600_crop_center-center_90_none/Adam-Lancaster.webp) Fractional### Adam Lancaster ![](/uploads/Logos/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Afeez_Meta-346-x-154px_300.png) ## How does Connectd work? ### Startup-ready senior talent Our network is made up of senior leaders building portfolio careers who are genuinely invested in your startup's success. ### Matched to your stage We match you with the right experts based on your stage and needs. Engagements can be pro bono or paid, whatever works for where you are. ### Pro bono to paid Many engagements start pro bono and turn into paid, blended, or equity arrangements that work for both sides. [ Start your search ](https://startups.connectd.com/onboarding) ## Get Connectd with experts in 48 hours ![](/uploads/Images/Group-34865-1.svg) Day 0### Create your listing Share your goals and where you need support. ![](/uploads/Images/Group-34848-1.svg) Day 2### Meet you matches Review the best-fit experts within 48 hours ![](/uploads/Images/Group-34854-1.svg) Day 7### Get started Select experts and start working together straight away. ![](/uploads/Images/Group-34866-1.svg) Month 6### Keep going Turn pro bono placements into paid engagements. ![Group 34862](/uploads/Images/Group-34862.svg)### Fractional A fractional executive is a senior leader who works with your startup on a fixed-term or part-time basis, leading a function, solving a specific problem, or supporting a critical project. You get C-suite capability without the full-time salary. ![Group 34863](/uploads/Images/Group-34863.svg)### Board Advisor A startup advisor is an experienced specialist who works alongside you to provide strategic input, challenge assumptions, and help you make better decisions at the moments that matter most, without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire. ![Group 34864](/uploads/Images/Group-34864.svg)### Non-Exec Director A Non-Executive Director (NED) provides independent oversight for your startup's board. NEDs bring fresh perspective, stronger governance, and the strategic guidance needed to scale with confidence, without being involved in day-to-day operations. ## Not an *early* *stage* business? Speak to our dedicated team about your fractional and advisory talent needs. [ Book a Call ](https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/alex-r2/alexander-rose-direct) ## Hear from startups who trust *Connectd* Pacific Soul ### Our specialist advisors helped refine our positioning, value proposition and commercial approach. [ Read case study ](https://www.connectd.com/stories/pacific-soul) ![](/uploads/Images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Carolina-Ramirez-864-x-1152@300.webp) PLUGG ### A trusted sounding board, offering practical support across operations, pricing, compliance, and growth, helping me think through challenges and move faster on key decisions with confidence. [ Read case study ](https://www.connectd.com/stories/rodney-kabuye) ![](/uploads/Images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Rodney-Kabuye-864-x-1152@300.webp) The Evergreen Exchange ### My advisors have already paid the industry tax - instead of spending years figuring it out myself, I get the insight in a single conversation. [ Read case study ](https://www.connectd.com/stories/casey-stabile) ![](/uploads/Images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Casey-Stabile.jpeg) Clear Critical ### Through our advisor, we offer trusted expertise to our long-time clients, strengthening our relationships and allowing us to refer more business in return. [ Read case study ](https://www.connectd.com/stories/riley-kaminer) ![](/uploads/Images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_90_none/Riley-Kaminer-864-x-1152@300.webp) ### 3,750+ Startups on the platform ### 6,500+ Vetted experts on the platform ### 60,000+ Connections made [ Find your expert ](https://startups.connectd.com/onboarding) ## Why startups choose *Connectd* Start pro bono, prove the fit, and convert to a paid engagement when the time is right. Connectd Traditional Recruiters DIY / Network Cost for first 6 months Free £15-£50k+ fees Free but slow Time to first introduction Days 4-8 weeks Months Vetted expert network 10,000+ Limited pool Your network only Fractional Executives Board Advisors & NEDs Limited Ongoing community access ## Find the experts who’ll transform your startup today. [ Start your search ](https://startups.connectd.com/onboarding) ![](/dist/images/blob-red.png) ![](/dist/images/blob-red.png) ![](/dist/images/blob-red.png) ## Your contact details Curious to discover how Connectd can help you grow? × <![CDATA[YII-BLOCK-BODY-END]]>