Find International Advisors Who Open Doors in Your Next Market

How to choose international advisors

International advisors are experienced operators, executives or investors who work with your leadership team part-time. Most companies engage one for foreign market entry: the first customers, a local partner, or a distributor who already knows the market. Others want help with an enterprise sales motion, a funding round, or governance before they add an independent board member.

When you read a profile, look beyond the job title. The best match has done the exact thing you need, recently, in a comparable company. Check the industries and markets listed, the size of companies they have worked with, and whether they have served on an advisory board or a statutory board before.

Advisory board or board of directors?

An advisory board gives guidance without legal responsibility, which makes it a flexible way to add senior expertise quickly. A board of directors carries fiduciary duties and formal decision-making power. Many growth companies start with one or two international advisors for a new market, and later invite the strongest of them to join the board of directors.

Let Boardio run the search for you

If you would rather not search the directory yourself, post your need and Boardio matches you with qualified candidates from its expert network. With Turnkey there is no retainer: you pay a one-time success fee from €1,900 + VAT only if you start working with an advisor Boardio found, and the 100% Growth Guarantee is included.

Frequently asked questions about international advisors

How are international advisors compensated?

Compensation depends on scope and stage. Common models are a monthly fee, a fee per meeting, equity or a mix. Boardio board searches are compensated roles, and the Handbook on Advisors includes current benchmarks.

How much time do international advisors spend with a company?

Typically a few hours to a few days per month, with a regular check-in and ad hoc help between meetings.

Can I contact advisors directly?

The page shows a selection of profiles. To contact advisors and see full details, post a search or use Turnkey and Boardio will introduce you to the best matches.

I am an advisor. How do I appear here?

Create a free advisor profile. Many opportunities are free to apply to, and some are available to Advisor Plus and Priority members.