Ellis Taylor
Ellis is the co-founder of Glyde, a platform helping SMEs automate and take control of cross-border payments. With experience in currency broking, he’s focused on removing friction and inefficiencies for growing businesses.
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Roles we can fill
Fractional Execs
A targeted, efficient, and cost-effective way to work with experts. Welcome a fractional executive to solve a specific problem or support a dedicated department for a fixed period. Benefit from their expertise without the cost and considerations that can come with a permanent hire.
Board Advisors
If you need specialist support, a board advisor can offer an expert opinion or sounding board when you need it most. Working alongside your team as an experienced expert, they can drive growth within a department and advise on improvements that will help you scale for success.
Independent Directors
A benefit to your board, an independent director (ID) will get under the surface of your business while remaining independent. One step away from your day-to-day operations, an ID can provide fresh perspectives and strategic suggestions that will help you grow sustainably and optimize your governance.
Finding your Expert
Find the people who can propel your business forward. With Connectd, you can build relationships with experienced professionals passionate about supporting startups and specialising in everything from finance, tech and operations to sales and marketing.
Share your challenges
Post job listings to attract fractional talents, advisors, and non-exec directors with the experience you need to scale at speed.
Match with talent
Use our search function and filters to narrow the talent pool, compare profiles and connect with individuals who could have an immediate impact.
Scale risk free
Need to move the needle on your numbers? Upload your data to get tailored talent recommendations based on your most pressing needs.
Build your advisory board
Share your challenge and we’ll help you build a team of expert advisors who will work with you to overcome it.
Get inspired by success stories from our 3,000 members
Xuna Li
Xuna is the founder of HZ Power, a green energy startup helping accelerate the transition to net zero through engineering support and data-driven strategy. With a background in engineering, she’s focused on reducing electricity costs and building a more sustainable future. The connections we’ve made through Connectd have been genuinely valuable from expert advice in fundraising to meaningful conversations that helped us grow more confidently. It’s been key in shaping our strategy and building relationships that move the business forward.
Dan Rosenberg
Frequently asked questions
What costs are associated with joining the platform?
After creating an account during your onboarding call, you’ll have instant access to our network of experts. You can filter the talent pool by role, industry, skill set, location, and compensation expectations to help you find the best people for your business.
No, everything is absolutely free. The only requirement is to complete an onboarding call and then you have full access to the platform.
How do I find experts on the platform?
Three core on-platform features enable you to connect with talent, which include job postings, expert search and AI recommendations. You can also connect with experts through our monthly global events.
Where do you operate geographically?
Our members are located across 40+ countires with our main regions in the UK and US. For now....
What's the difference between fractional leadership, board advisory and NED?
Fractional leadership is part-time executive support with hands-on responsibility. Board advisory provides strategic guidance without formal governance duties. Non-Executive Directors (NED's) sit on the board, offering oversight, governance, and strategic input, but don’t manage day-to-day operations.
Can Connectd help to assemble entire boards?
Yes, Connectd can help assemble entire boards tailored to your company’s specific needs. Every business is different, and we take into account your stage, sector, goals, and gaps. With over 3,000+ experts in our network—including experienced non-executives, advisors, and fractional leaders—we can build a well-rounded board that brings strategic value. We often support a blend of roles and remuneration types, from pro bono and equity-only arrangements to paid advisory and traditional fractional positions, depending on your requirements and available resources.
