Limitless Travel
Innovative travel company offering luxury escorted tours to allow people with disabilities to experience new sights and cultures in comfort.
Matching Process
Finding Your Expert
Find the people who can propel your business forward. With Connectd, you can build relationships with experts passionate about supporting startups and scaleups, specialising in everything from finance, tech and operations to sales and marketing.
All of our experts are
vetted and qualified
Every expert your startup engages with will either have completed our CPD-accredited academy - built to instill the core fundamentals of portfolio roles - or will bring proven expertise from at least two prior positions as an Independent Director, Fractional Executive, or Board Advisor. The result? Your startup can tap in to real expertise from day one.
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.
Fundraising
Preparing for funding rounds demands financial and strategic leadership which Connectd delivers through access to fractional CFOs and board advisors skilled in fundraising preparation. Use our search tools to connect with professionals skilled in investor relations, pitch refinement, and financial modelling. Many offer initial pro bono support as part of their CPD training helping you raise confidence and credibility with investors, often leading to continued advisory engagement.
Operations
For operational excellence, Connectd gives startups access to fractional COOs, operations advisors, and strategically fluent NEDs. Filter by operations expertise and post targeted roles to discover experts who can streamline processes, scale delivery models, or enhance supply chains. Pro bono placements enable hands-on support from day one fostering long-term alignment with your operational ambitions.
Finance
Connectd connects startups with fractional CFOs, finance advisors, and board-level experts who bring command of cash flow, financial strategy, and investor-ready reporting. Through job postings or targeted filters, you can engage vetted professionals some offering initial pro bono placements to help fortify your financial foundations, instil investor assurance, and support sustained scale.
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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.