Our network consists of over 11,000 professionals from 100+ countries, including ex-founders, industry experts, investors, and business development specialists. All advisors apply to specific roles, ensuring genuine interest. See some example advisor profiles here.

Common use cases include opening doors to clients and partners, entering new markets, getting funded, building a sales network, improving operations, or preparing for an acquisition. Whatever your goal, we help you find someone who's "done it before."

Our core service is success-based: you only pay a fixed fee (€3,900 for one advisor, discounts for pre-revenue companies) if you start working with someone we find. No upfront payment, no hidden costs.

Yes. While our standard service is priced at €3,900, we understand that early-phase startups may have limited budgets. If you're a small team in the early stages, you can request access to a streamlined version of our service at a lower success fee.

Yes. We provide templates (like the Founder Institute FAST agreement) and best practices. Typical compensation includes a retainer fee, success-based bonuses, or equity. Please see our blog post on advisor compensation.

No. Many companies start by interviewing several advisors and even work with multiple on a trial basis before finalizing ongoing cooperation.

Most companies receive 5–10 qualified applications within 2–4 weeks. It depends on the role, location, and timing of our newsletter.

Absolutely. Boardio's strength is its global reach. Whether you need someone in Germany, India, or Monaco, we likely have advisors with relevant local expertise and networks.

Advisors and consultants both offer expertise — but how they engage is very different:

Advisors	Consultants
Long-term collaborators with skin in the game	Short-term problem solvers
Often join as strategic partners, sometimes for equity or performance-based rewards	Typically charge high fees for time-limited engagements
Help you grow, connect you with their network, and act as sounding boards	Deliver analysis and recommendations, then move on
Flexible engagement (e.g. 2–4 days/month)	Often fixed-scope, high-intensity work
Work side-by-side with your team over time	Work independently, with limited team integration

Why advisors are often better for startups and scaleups:

• More affordable and committed over the long term.
• They bring not just knowledge but networks, hands-on experience, and genuine interest.
• Many are former founders or execs who've "done it before" and want to stay engaged — not bill hourly.

If you're looking for ongoing, flexible, and cost-effective expertise, an advisor is often a better fit than a consultant.

Yes, absolutely. Many companies use Boardio to find external board members with relevant experience and networks. We help you find candidates who understand your business, bring strategic insight, and complement your existing board.

You can find individuals with experience in international expansion, fundraising, scaling operations, industry-specific expertise, or governance. Boardio focuses on finding the right fit based on your company's stage and strategic needs.

The process is essentially the same: we post your opportunity, interested candidates apply, and we present the best matches for your review. The main difference is that you specify you're looking for a board member, and we target candidates with relevant board experience.

Yes, typically. Most board members expect a compensation package that may include a board fee, equity, or both. The details are fully up to you and the candidate to agree upon. We also provide a contract template and best practices to support you.

Yes. Some clients use Boardio to build or expand their board with multiple members. If you're looking for several candidates, just let us know — we can structure the search accordingly.

Boardio does not guarantee advisor performance directly, as results depend on both the advisor and the company. However, we offer a growth guarantee in selected countries. If the advisor you select does not meet clearly defined, pre-agreed objectives within the first 3–6 months — and you can provide supporting evidence — Boardio will help you find a new advisor at no additional cost, or let you choose another candidate from your original shortlist.

If your selected advisor fails to deliver on clearly defined, pre-agreed goals within the first 3–6 months, Boardio will either help you find a replacement at no additional cost or let you select another candidate from your original shortlist.

No — there are no hidden fees, no long-term lock-ins. The growth guarantee is a straightforward, risk-reduced commitment: results that work, or we work harder.

The growth guarantee is available only in selected countries. To confirm whether it applies to your region, please check with your local Boardio representative.

Simply sign up for free at boardio.com/advisors, complete your profile, and apply to any opportunity that interests you. Companies review applications and may contact you for interviews.

No. Boardio uses LinkedIn-only sign-in. This keeps onboarding simple and fast, and helps maintain a high-quality network by reducing fake or anonymous profiles. The only data we use from your LinkedIn profile is your email, name, and profile photo.

Most companies are startups or scaleups looking for help with international expansion, fundraising, or strategic growth. Roles range from informal advisors to board members or interim executives.

Yes — but make sure your application is tailored to each role. Avoid generic or AI-generated submissions. Companies want to see genuine interest. See our blog post on how to write a perfect application.

No. Advisor accounts and applications are free. There is an optional paid plan (Advisor Priority) that boosts visibility — see the section below for details.

Compensation is agreed directly with the company. It can be cash (retainer or performance-based), equity, or a mix. Many advisors prefer flexible, part-time roles.

Most advisor roles involve 2–4 days of work per month, often remote. You'll share your expertise, open doors, and help companies make better strategic decisions.

You'll get a confirmation. If the company wants to speak with you, we'll reach out — usually within a few weeks. If not selected, you're still welcome to apply to other roles.

Advisor Priority is a monthly premium package (€99/month) that provides you with extra visibility and expert support. It includes a Verified Advisor call (valued at €99) and increased profile visibility — making you more likely to be contacted.

• Verified Advisor call: a 30-minute session with a Boardio expert to validate your profile and focus areas.
• Advisor spotlight feature: Blog interview and newsletter promotion.
• Enhanced visibility: your profile receives up to 10x more views.

Advisor Priority costs €99/month and includes the Verified Advisor call (normally €99 on its own).

• Advisor Priority includes the Verified Advisor call and ongoing monthly visibility boosts (€99/month).
• Verified Advisor is a one-time purchase (€99) that gives your profile a Verified Badge for 12 months after a profile review and interview — increasing credibility but not affecting visibility in listings.

Yes. The free advisor account lets you apply to all opportunities. Advisor Priority simply increases your visibility and selection chances.

Yes. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your account settings. The visibility and benefits remain active for the rest of your billing cycle.