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Past Boardio advisor searches
Examples of successful searches we have completed. In every case we found suitable candidates, the company interviewed them, and started working with at least one.
Below are examples of successful advisor and board member searches we have done. In all these cases we found suitable candidates, the company interviewed them, and started to work with at least one.
Robotics company looking for advisory board members
This company is developing mobile service robots for efficient, yet pleasant customer interaction. About to pilot in the health care sector, they were searching for three advisory board members with experience in: (1) commercialization of hardware/software products, (2) going from prototyping to production, or (3) scaling a startup to multiple countries. Remote work possible.
21
Candidates found
They now have five people on their advisory board — three found through Boardio.
They now have five people on their advisory board — three found through Boardio.
Advertising agency looking for board members
A fast-growing digital advertising agency (75% revenue growth, 1300+ customers) sought 1–2 board members to initiate systematic board activities. Expected to have prior SME board experience, international business background, and familiarity with SaaS or recurring-billing digital services.
24
Candidates found
They chose one board-level advisor — "unquestionably one of the top experts in our field."
They chose one board-level advisor — "unquestionably one of the top experts in our field."
Cosmetics brand seeking access to German distribution channels
A Nordic cosmetics brand (~5M€ revenue) with an office in Germany needed an advisor to open doors to German retail chains. Prior cosmetics industry experience was an asset, but strong retail connections were the key requirement.
9
Candidates found
Started working with an advisor who had built a cosmetics brand across the full DACH region.
Started working with an advisor who had built a cosmetics brand across the full DACH region.
Information modeling company seeking growth & internationalization advisors
A ~3M€ construction-industry consulting firm sought 1–2 advisors or board members to help create a growth strategy and support internationalization, including experience in external growth financing. Industry knowledge not required.
18
Candidates found
Started working with two advisors with relevant growth and funding backgrounds.
Started working with two advisors with relevant growth and funding backgrounds.
Marketing platform looking for MarTech SaaS advisors
An all-in-one local marketing platform for multi-location businesses sought advisors for product development, competitive differentiation, and US/UK/Nordics/Netherlands market entry — especially those who have scaled MarTech SaaS products or have deep franchise industry knowledge.
10
Candidates found
Matched with advisors who've scaled SaaS globally and understand franchise-driven growth.
Matched with advisors who've scaled SaaS globally and understand franchise-driven growth.
E-boat manufacturer seeking market expansion advisors
A solar-electric boat manufacturer with their first sale completed was looking to expand into the Nordics, key European markets, and the US. They needed advisors with an extensive network among potential buyers, partners, or investors in these regions.
12
Candidates found
Started working with advisors who bring industry contacts and can open relevant doors in key markets.
Started working with advisors who bring industry contacts and can open relevant doors in key markets.
Energy certificate platform seeking commercialization advisor
A company in pilot phase with the fastest energy certificate calculation app on the market sought an advisor for commercialization and sales/marketing strategy development. Construction industry experience was a plus; co-founder involvement was also on the table.
8
Candidates found
Matched with an advisor who brought sector know-how and go-to-market expertise.
Matched with an advisor who brought sector know-how and go-to-market expertise.
Natural energy drinks company seeking US market research advisor
A yerba mate energy drinks brand, already expanding in Europe, needed an advisor to lead a market research project on US market potential. The ideal candidate had market research experience and connections to relevant research firms.
6
Candidates found
Started working with one advisor.
Started working with one advisor.
Digital agency seeking sales advisor
A rapidly growing HubSpot/Inbound digital agency needed an advisor to help develop their sales structures. Looking for someone with software/IT service sales experience and senior sales management background (Sales Director level) within SMEs.
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Candidates found
Shortlisted 2 candidates and started working with one.
Shortlisted 2 candidates and started working with one.
Digital wellbeing startup seeking funding & partnership advisors
A Nordic company helping families manage children's screen time (with pilots in Thailand and Indonesia) sought advisors with access to funding (family offices, VCs, angels — target €500k–1M), influencer/digital parenting ecosystem knowledge, or connections to brands targeting parents with CSR programs.
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Candidates found
Started working with two advisors, likely adding a third.
Started working with two advisors, likely adding a third.