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Aerospace
Aerospace & Defence
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Boardio's Aerospace advisors come from senior roles across Airbus, Honeywell Aerospace, Mubadala, EADS, and defence programs such as Leclerc and TP400, as well as emerging companies in electric aviation, drones, and advanced manufacturing. They support aerospace and mobility innovators in commercialisation, compliance, fundraising, and global market access.
Ex-Airbus Strategy & BD (18+ yrs)
- Former EADS/Airbus strategy, industrial development, and international BD across ~50 countries
- Mentors in EU/NATO/A&D accelerators; certified EU defence innovation coach (EUDIS)
- Strengths: go-to-market, government relations/MOUs, fundraising, board work
- Domains: Aerospace, Defence, UAM/EVTOL, cyber/AI, dual-use, ESG
Digital & IT Lead in Electric Aircraft
- Head of Digitalisation/IT at an electric aircraft OEM
- Former Global VP Cloud Solutions (IoT, AR/remote inspection, BIM) at a global TIC company
- Strengths: digital productisation, global rollout, SLA/service catalog design, board governance
- Domains: Aerospace, e-aviation, industrial digital
A&D Manufacturing CEO / AR-VR-AI
- Global CEO background across software/hardware; five-continent footprint
- Board-level adviser on AR/VR/AI and emerging SaaS in A&D manufacturing
- Strengths: org scaling, product/tech strategy, go-to-market in complex tech
Defence/Aerospace Legal (Middle East focus)
- 10+ years negotiating A&D contracts with governments and SOEs in KSA/GCC
- Strengths: public procurement, complex contracts, risk/compliance, market entry
Airbus Programs / Leclerc; Strategy to GTM
- 12+ years across TP400 (Airbus) and Leclerc programs; later digital/ops leadership
- Advises startups on strategy, product marketing, ops, GTM, fundraising
Aerospace Engineer + INSEAD MBA; Turnarounds/M&A
- Aerospace engineering (Grandes Écoles) + INSEAD MBA; ex-board member at listed industrial
- Led corporate strategy, turnarounds, and M&A with C-suite/Supervisory Board exposure
A&D International Commercialisation
- Ex-Mubadala: closed $100M+ partnerships across A&D value chain; sovereign-level deals
- Strengths: market entry, partner structuring, commercialisation at scale
EU Grants & Deep-Tech Consortia (Aero focus)
- 16+ yrs in innovation funding (Horizon Europe/LIFE/EIC) and consortium building
- Background in advanced materials for aerospace; Spain/Mexico network
- Strengths: non-dilutive funding, PMO/governance, technology scouting
Honeywell Aerospace (14 yrs) Process & Certification
- Led software process/quality/certification (Airbus/Boeing/business jets); ran global supplier audits
- Strengths: SDLC in safety-critical, compliance, multi-country engineering teams
Aviation Maintenance/MRO Director
- Director of Maintenance for multi-type fleets; established Part-145 repair station
- Built electronic signature/compliance workflows; private client MRO consultancy
- Strengths: airworthiness, AOG, ops efficiency, safety systems
Defence M&A / Dual-Use Corporate Finance
- Senior M&A adviser for defence & dual-use tech; 100+ transactions supported
- Strengths: buy/sell-side, due diligence/data rooms, growth/exit planning
Princeton Aerospace; OEM & Prime Network
- 30+ yrs across defence/space/cyber; engagements with SAAB, Lockheed, Sikorsky, EADS
- Strengths: navigating military procurement/regulation; negotiation teams
Zero-Emission Aviation (Hydrogen-Electric)
- Advisor to hydrogen-electric aviation company since founding; CEO adviser
- Strengths: product/market strategy, funding roadmaps, MRO/infrastructure planning
- Background: GE, McKinsey, Big Tech; board roles in finance
Global BD & Strategy (Airbus/Honeywell/Textron/Meggitt)
- Led $10B+ aircraft sales campaigns; P&L, IPO integration, government relations
- Held CMO/VP Strategy roles in Tier-1s; built MRO growth and eVTOL initiatives
Space/Aero + Advanced Materials Industrialisation
- Led engineering programs where certification, quality, and speed intersect
- Expertise in cabin materials, bio-based materials meeting aviation regs
- Strengths: prototype-to-scale, Tier-1/OEM networks, pilot programs
Robotics/Autonomy in Regulated Environments
- VP Engineering in next-gen aerospace; NATO program exposure
- Strengths: digital twin architectures, safety-critical integration, pilot structuring
Defence-Sector Officer + Strategy/M&A (Nordics)
- Ex-naval officer; studies in military strategy/intelligence; defence-sector M&A
- Strengths: Nordic/EU defence ecosystem, growth/expansion strategy
Former A&D C-Suite / Chairman (mil-tech spinoff)
- 30+ yrs in defence & aerospace leadership; Chairs a military-academy spinoff
- Strengths: governance, strategy, commercialisation of defence tech
Industrial Procurement & Aerospace Supply
- 35+ yrs industrials; aerospace/automotive/steel procurement leadership
- Strengths: supply chain, sourcing, cost-down, OEM/Tier-1 negotiations
Aeronautical Engineer, INED/Investor
- INED mandates in Luxembourg; invests at seed–Series A
- Strengths: IP-heavy tech, space/aerospace, board and investment interface
Circular
Circular Economy
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Boardio's Circular advisors come from sustainability, recycling, materials innovation, and circular business models, combining corporate, entrepreneurial, and policy experience. Their track record includes work with Schneider Electric, SGS, TÜV Rheinland, Vattenfall, and Cleantech Invest.
Biomaterials & Circular Textiles Commercial Leader
- 20+ yrs in biobased materials, leather alternatives, and textile circularity
- GTM, key accounts, and B2B scaling for biomaterials/biofabrics
- Advises startups on commercialisation and fundraising
Supply Chain & Packaging Circularity Operator
- Global GTM, logistics, and distribution expertise
- Worked with FMCG leaders and circular beverage-packaging startups
- Designs scalable supply models for reuse/return systems
EU Green Finance & Industrial Decarbonisation Navigator
- Board-level experience in MDBs (EU climate policy, CCS/CCU, green funding)
- Positions scale-ups for grants, blended finance, and strategic partnerships
Smart Manufacturing & Circular Startup Builder
- 30+ yrs leadership across industry; co-founded circular/e-mobility ventures
- Industry 4.0 programs: quality, energy, maintenance integration
Chemicals Circularity & Advanced Materials Strategist (DACH/EU)
- 20+ yrs chemicals B2B; led circular programs at top consultancy
- Board roles in climate-tech and materials, EU market access
Corporate Sustainability & CCUS Practitioner (EU/JP)
- Net-zero roadmaps and cross-border deployment experience
- Supports EU market re-entry and partnerships
Growth Advisor with Circular Economy Portfolio (US/EU)
- Board/operator background across sustainability businesses
- Supports leadership, GTM, and investor narrative
ESG & Circularity Implementation Leader (GHG/Plastics)
- Leads GHG assessment, ESG ratings, and circular metrics
- Designs KPI frameworks for circular business models
Circular Economy Board Governance & Scaling Advisor
- Governance/risk executive with circular startup mentoring
- AI/ESG background; waste-to-energy and materials ties
Fundraising & Circular Venture Finance Connector (EU/US)
- Family office/VC access; circular IPO experience
- Supports capital strategy and partnerships
CCU/CO₂-to-CO Commercialisation & Partnerships Leader
- 25+ yrs at energy majors; fuels/chemicals market knowledge
- Scales pilot-to-plant; offtake and commercialisation
Private Equity & Circular Industry Investor
- 25+ yrs PE; scaled high-tech industrial companies
- Opens strategic partnerships and M&A pathways
Sustainability Risk & Circular ROI Strategist (ROSI Method)
- 20 yrs integrating circularity into core strategy
- Turns sustainability into measurable financial outcomes
Food & Feed Circular Systems Executive
- 25+ yrs leadership in food/feed; large-scale alliances
- WFP innovation ecosystem; access to CPG/feed majors
Circular Business Lead & Waste Management Scale-Up
- Decade+ in circular economy and sustainability
- Supports market entry and partnerships in waste valorisation
Ocean-Bound Plastics & Recycling Program Advisor
- Designs community-to-supply chain initiatives
- Supports certifications and brand partnerships
Chemicals & CO₂ Capture Commercialisation Connector
- Chemical engineering background; hydrogen/CO₂ capture
- Links startups to chemical clusters and infrastructure operators
SaaS & Circular Scale-Up Product/Tech Advisor
- Advises circular scale-ups; invests in cleantech
- Builds scalable, investor-ready SaaS models
D2C Circular Brand Growth Operator (US/EU)
- Scaled D2C circular brands in beauty/food
- Data-driven GTM and community growth
City-Level Circular Ecosystem & Innovation Promoter
- Built startup hubs and circular programs with public-private partners
- Opens doors to municipalities and civic buyers
Traceability & Circular Data Enabler (Laser/Marking)
- Applies marking/ID for reuse, repair, and returns
- Closes data gaps across product lifecycles
Recommerce & Telco Circularity Board Advisor (UK)
- Board/NED at recommerce 'circularity-as-a-service' company
- Accelerates UK go-to-market and channel deals
Cleantech
Cleantech & Energy
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Boardio's Cleantech advisors are impact-driven leaders from the energy, climate, and sustainability sectors, combining entrepreneurial and investment experience across Vattenfall, Schneider Electric, TÜV Rheinland, SGS, Lehto Group, and Eagle Filters Group.
Industrial Innovation & Global Commercialisation
- 20+ years in scaling industrial deep-tech and innovation globally
- Expert in commercialisation, B2B licensing, and ecosystem building
- Supports startups in raising equity, grants, and strategic capital
Global Industrial & Cleantech Expansion
- Proven track record in cross-border partnerships and licensing
- Access to global investor and corporate VC networks
Funding & Investor Relations
- Secured €20M+ in equity and non-dilutive capital for deep-tech ventures
- Expert in valuation strategy, growth capital, and investor storytelling
Corporate Sustainability & Sales Leadership
- Senior executive with 20+ years leading sustainability and tech transformations
- Global P&L leadership (€400M), scaling sales teams across continents
Energy Storage & Infrastructure Financing
- Founder and CEO roles in battery energy storage and energy asset finance
- Advisor to EU on energy and climate finance initiatives
Cleantech Venture Development & Early-Stage Investing
- Two decades of experience in cleantech venture creation and fundraising
- Built and listed early-stage investment companies in the Nordics
Global ESG & Dual-Use Technology Advisor
- Board-level advisor across aerospace, ESG, cleantech, and industrial tech
- INSEAD-certified director in sustainability and risk & compliance
Baltic & Nordic Startup Ecosystem Connector
- Active mentor and investor in cleantech and health startups in Baltics
- Focus on cross-border funding and market access initiatives
Impact Investment & Renewable Energy Finance
- Experience launching and funding renewable energy startups and IPOs
- Strong relationships with impact and sustainability-focused investors
Digital Services & Circular Innovation
- Advises SaaS startups on scalable product and go-to-market strategy
- Invested in several circular economy and cleantech ventures
Cleantech Entrepreneurship & Startup Mentorship
- Founder and CEO of successful cleantech startups with international exits
- Active across ESG and sustainability investor communities
Public Sector & Water Technology
- Background in finance and leadership with strong public sector insight
- Advises on municipal and infrastructure adoption of cleantech solutions
Renewable Energy & Cleantech Investing
- Cleantech investor with experience in wind, water, and energy storage
- Active in Nordic renewable and sustainability ventures
International Go-to-Market & Commercial Growth
- Multi-industry experience in building international operations
- Focus on commercialisation, product strategy, and funding readiness
AI & Smart Energy Innovation
- Former CEO in SaaS and media with experience in smart energy ventures
- Founded and sold cleantech company to a leading European energy group
DefTech
DefTech & Security
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Boardio's DefTech advisors bring deep operational, industrial, and strategic experience from across the defence, aerospace, and security sectors including Airbus, EADS, BAE Systems, Nammo, Saab, Fujitsu, Lockheed Martin, and the Finnish Defence Forces, as well as defence ministries, NATO programs, and EU innovation initiatives.
Autonomous Systems & Digital Twins (Board Advisor)
- Leads product/engineering at safety-critical edge of autonomy
- Deep Tier-1 network in defence/aerospace/RF/sensors/manufacturing
Deep-Tech GTM & Industrial B2B
- Commercialisation of robotics/automation/AI in enterprise & public sector
- Pilot design, strategic accounts, EU expansion
Defence M&A, Strategy & Legal (Nordics/EU)
- Senior M&A Advisor; 100+ transactions
- Specialised processes for Aerospace/Defence/Gov services
US Investor & Media Access
- Runs NY tech events with top law firms; 80+ US VC relationships
- VC/angel access for dual-use ventures
AI/IoT to Revenue at Scale
- Ex-Microsoft/Philips/Qualcomm; shipped first GPT-4 product to millions
- RaaS pricing & ecosystem/channel design for industrial robotics
VC & Dual-Use Commercialisation (EU/US)
- €100M+ raised; board member in 10+ companies
- GTM, ARR scaling, governance & fundraising leadership
Nordic Defence Operations & Industrialisation
- 30 yrs in military industry; factory leadership & lifecycle support
- Market entry & growth across Nordics, EU, MEA, Asia
Defence GTM & Exit Execution
- Scaled B2B SaaS & defence to £37M revenue, led US expansion
- Investor network, board-level fundraising & operating model design
National Security Strategist & Professor
- Digitalisation impact on mission outcomes; Finland/UK/EU/US focus
- Boards in security sector; GTM & policy insight
Ammunition & Metals Manufacturing (Global BD/CEO/Board)
- Led sales for small-calibre ammo & powders
- CEO/Board roles in naval gun & metallic components manufacturing
EDF Expert & Evaluator (EU Defence Fund)
- Info superiority, cyber/space, energy resilience, force protection
- Disruptive tech, open calls, ethics, and project finance
NATO DIANA Mentor; Med/Bio/AI to Dual-Use
- Business plans, fundraising, roadmaps for high-potential startups
- Lean/DBS operator; MassChallenge/WILCO/DOT mentor
Ex-Airbus/EADS Global Strategy & BD (50 countries)
- EU/NATO/Defence OEM networks; certified EUDIS coach
- B2G/B2B sales, MOUs, accelerators; board/NED experience
National Security/Defence Operator & Board Leader
- Scaled start-up → $600M revenue in 6 years via organic + M&A
- Telco/cybersecurity/defence executive & NED roles
IPO-Proven IT/Services Operator (Europe/US/Asia)
- Scaled from 5 → 1,200 FTE; BPaaS builds for Nokia, Microsoft, Amex, Saab
- Chairman: 5× Gazelle fastest-growing award; $100M+ revenue
Finnish Defence Forces Advisor (IT/Software)
- Works with FDF & NATO acquisition processes
- Background in entrepreneurship & software
EdTech
EdTech & Learning
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Boardio's Education & Learning advisors span board-level leadership, EdTech entrepreneurship, B2B SaaS growth, and international market entry. They bring hands-on experience in K-12, higher ed, corporate learning, digital content, platforms, and ecosystems across Europe and beyond.
Board-level Advisor, Learning & Workforce Development
- Guides EdTech/SaaS firms on international growth, positioning, and GTM
- Pan-European network and experience steering leadership through scale
Former CEO / Senior Exec in Education Businesses
- Scaled L&D and EdTech operations internationally (DACH focus)
- Deep in corporate training markets and global EdTech ecosystems
Commercial Leader for SaaS Expansion (Lean-Agile)
- ~20 years in market expansion and GTM, including EdTech
- Combines growth coaching with organisational scaling
MD, Global Video Platform for Education (40+ countries)
- Active in European EdTech networks; SaaS scaling & infrastructure leadership
- Drives international market development
EdTech Founder with Exit; Ecosystem Builder
- Built and exited a higher-ed startup; launched leading innovation hub
- Advises corporates/investors on startup collaboration
Senior Publishing & EdTech Executive (Digital Learning)
- Advises universities and corporate learning organisations
- Expert in digital market entry and international expansion
Italian EdTech Entrepreneur with Exit (Skills Certification)
- Strong university and HR/recruitment networks
- B2B SaaS and education partnerships specialist
Growth Strategist, Language-Learning (Global)
- Led expansion across Europe, Asia, and Australia
- Advises on cross-border scaling, partnerships, localisation
EdTech Founder (Video-Based Learning to Enterprise)
- Tens of thousands of users; enterprise sales playbooks
- SaaS development and adoption in digital learning
C-Level Growth Exec (EdTech & HRTech, DACH)
- International scaling, partnerships, investor relations
- Experienced across multiple funding stages
Nordic Commercial Leader (Global SaaS incl. EdTech)
- Sales, partnerships, and marketing with deep learning-tech insight
- Hands-on GTM in education markets
Global EdTech Operator & Fundraiser
- Hands-on scaling + expansive institutional/investor links across multiple continents
FinTech
FinTech & Financial Services
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Boardio's FinTech advisors bring decades of experience in financial services, payments, banking, and venture investing, having worked with Deutsche Bank, Macquarie, UBS, SEB, Visa, and Mastercard, as well as numerous growth-stage startups in digital finance, blockchain, and AI-driven analytics.
Banking/Insurance C-Suite & VC Portfolio Leader (PhD CS)
- 10+ yrs C-level in banking/insurance; INED board roles
- Oversaw Allianz US VC portfolio; fintech & biotech exposure
Cross-Border GTM & Partnerships Operator (UK–Nordics–EU)
- C-level networks in London/Paris/Nordics; enterprise sales
- Accelerates client acquisition and funding conversations
Venture Builder for Fintech
- Founded/financed multiple fintechs; Core Angels VC advisor
- Investor access: VCs, family offices, strategics (EU)
Fintech/Product Strategy & M&A Integrator
- Launched cloud-native SaaS banking; post-merger integrations
- AI/fintech thought leader; NACD certified; cross-border deals
Listed Fintech Audit Chair & PE-Backed Scale-Up CFO
- Board Director/Audit Chair at Frankfurt-listed fintech
- Governance, risk & compliance for regulated SaaS
Fundraising Partner for Tech (>$58M raised; EU/UK/US)
- Biotech/fintech/SaaS/AI rounds from pre-seed to Series B
- Deep VC/family office/PE network
CBDC & Blockchain Program Seller (R3 Corda/Azure)
- Sold/implemented cloud, analytics, and fintech platforms
- Scaled ops across 14 countries; Nordics/DACH/BeNeLux enterprise access
Payments & Investor Narrative Operator (Visa alumnus)
- Scaled solutions in payments/fintech with leadership teams
- Bridges product strategy and investor relations
Financial Regulation & Policy (ECB/EBA/BaFin engagement)
- 16+ yrs leadership in finance/fintech across EMEA
- Business development, strategic partnerships & regulatory advisory
Fintech/Web3 Scale-Up Board Leader & Media Spokesperson
- Built territories & teams; 20x growth; Series raises
- Keynote speaker (Money20/20, IFGS, PBW)
Serial Fintech Founder & Fundraiser (£100M+ raised)
- Payments & crypto on/off-ramp; licensing support
- Angel/VC access across UK & US
Digital Transformation Exec (CFO/CDO/CIO) & Bank Licensing
- Reduced IT costs 25–50%; led agile at scale; obtained bank license
Nordic Consumer Lending & Credit Veteran
- CEO/Country Manager roles across Nordics & CEE
- M&A origination with PE/banks across Nordics/Baltics
Open Banking/Open Finance Fundraising Advisor
- Investor materials & pitch readiness; introductions across EU/Asia/US capital
HealthTech
HealthTech & MedTech
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Boardio's HealthTech advisors come from senior roles across Pfizer, Roche, Siemens Healthineers, Philips, Bayer, and GE Healthcare, as well as fast-growth startups in diagnostics, wellness, and AI-driven health platforms. They bring expertise in commercialisation, clinical validation, regulatory strategy, fundraising, and partnerships.
Global Medtech Business Development Leader
- 20+ yrs BD; last 4 yrs in medical & digital health
- GTM, clinical integration, EU expansion & reimbursement strategy
Digital Health & Medical Device Specialist
- MDR/IVDR, clinical validation, market access
- B2B & hospital partnerships; pan-European rollout experience
Healthcare Workforce Transformation Expert
- Public healthcare change & staff retention; reduces admin burden
- Strategy for EU systems and providers
Digital Health Commercialisation & Market Access Leader
- Pharma innovation & AI platform commercialisation
- EU payer & provider networks; reimbursement strategy
Regulatory & Scale-Up Advisor for MedTech Startups
- ISO 13485 QMS; CE-marking and compliance
- Nordics/EU go-to-market execution
Public Health Expansion Strategist (Africa Focus)
- Built digital health solutions for access & adoption
- Partnerships with clinics, hospitals, agencies
HealthTech Market Access & Finance Advisor
- Regulatory navigation across EU/Asia/Africa
- Fundraising & stakeholder engagement
Health Data & Imaging AI Specialist
- Biomarkers, clinical data, imaging algorithms; Python/ML
- Translates technical value to investors
HealthTech Marketing & Growth Executive
- Scaled digital health SaaS to $50M+ ARR
- Product, marketing, and sales leadership in US/EU
MedTech & Growth-Phase Board Advisor
- Advises CEOs/boards through funding inflection points
- EU programs mentor for scaling companies
UK HealthTech & Market Access Expert
- Deep NHS & private sector know-how; 10,000+ UK healthcare stakeholder network
- KOL engagement & market entry
Public Health Software CEO (Germany)
- Decades building solutions for public health departments
- Extensive network in German public healthcare
International Digital Health & Venture Advisor
- 18+ yrs scaling digital/healthtech ventures; GTM, venture architecture
- Strong India/US/EU talent & partner access
China Market Entry (HealthTech Focus)
- Helped startups enter China healthtech markets
- Cross-border commercialisation & partnerships
PropTech
PropTech & Real Estate
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Boardio's PropTech advisors combine real estate, construction, and technology expertise from Arup, Macquarie, Schneider Electric, EVANA, Carl Zeiss, and Patrizia. Their experience spans investment banking, real estate finance, digitalisation of property operations, and AI-driven asset management.
Real Estate Investment & Cross-Border M&A Expert
- 20+ yrs in real estate finance and investment banking
- Executed deals across elderly care, student housing, proptech
AI-Driven Real Estate & Venture Investor
- Investor/advisor in 4 early-stage startups in AI & real estate
- Strong network in EU proptech/impact VC
PropTech Founder & Advisor
- Founder of award-winning PropTech platform for real estate offers
- Lecturer at TU Dublin; MassChallenge mentor
Architecture, Sustainability & AI Planning Director
- 30+ yrs in land-use, architecture & sustainable design
- Directed large-scale city and infrastructure projects (Amazon, Meta, Pfizer)
PropTech Ecosystem CFO & Strategy Leader
- 30+ yrs in finance and investor relations; EU & US network
- Head of Strategy at alternative property lending platform
PropTech, Construction & Real Estate Consultant
- Architecture background with IT and finance specialisation
- Strong connections across DLT and built environment tech
Real Estate Finance & SaaS Sales Specialist (DACH)
- 20+ yrs in real estate funding and SaaS sales (Microsoft/Azure ecosystem)
- Hands-on expertise in CRM, outbound prospecting, market segmentation
PropTech & IoT Connectivity Advisor
- 30+ yrs in wireless and IoT networks for real estate
- Extensive European IoT/telecom relationships; proptech commercialisation
Strategic Advisor for Real Estate & FinTech (Austria/DACH)
- Focus on business development and market entry in Austria
- Finance-tech convergence and cross-sector scaling
Design, Construction & Real Estate Angel
- Founder/exited multiple firms in construction & property services
- Active angel investor in PropTech ventures
Tech & Real Estate Market Entry Specialist (UK Expansion)
- Helped Nordic PropTech firm enter UK; strong corporate network
- Expert in positioning and partnership-building for real estate tech
Technology & PropTech Founder / Investor (AI, EV, Waste-to-Energy)
- Advises on monetisation, scale-up funding, and strategy execution
