With extensive experience in content, technology and analytics, Cort Williams joined Connectd’s Transition to Portfolio programme to expand his reach in the advisory space, providing strategic insight into revenue growth, market expansion and product innovation.
With extensive experience in scaling SaaS and PE/VC-backed ventures, Michael Horsley joined Connectd’s Transition to Portfolio programme to launch his board advisory career. He showcased his expertise through a pro bono placement at one of our startups, eventually turning it into a paid fractional role.
Luke is an experienced creative and brand leader with nearly two decades at Marshall Amplification, where he held roles spanning product, brand, and A&R leadership. With a deep foundation in the music industry, he now applies his expertise to support businesses through long-term, strategic advisory and consultancy work.
With extensive experience in People & Culture, Dani Saadu joined Connectd’s Transition to Portfolio programme to transition into a successful advisory board career, bringing strategic insight to startup growth.
With over 40 years of experience in mycotoxin control, Ray has advised organisations like the UK’s Food Standards Agency and UN agencies. His pro bono board advisory role with a startup has allowed him to further refine his skills in navigating advisor-founder dynamics. My experience of acting as a pro bono board advisor to a small startup company has enabled me to hone my skills by carefully examining the outcome of slightly different approaches to the advisor/founder relationship.
Nadir has a background in immersive and emerging technologies, with experience leading both technical and strategic projects. He now uses those skills to support early-stage businesses through hands-on advisory and consultancy work, bringing a balanced mix of technical insight and team leadership.