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.
Searches we have completed
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Started working with two advisors, likely adding a third.
Companies that found their match
From the founders and executives who ran a search with us.
It worked like a dream! We found a new board member and an advisor for the German market! I recommend.
The BOARDIO search process was very effective and efficient and resulted in top quality advisors. All three selected BOARDIO advisors are now instrumental in accelerating our go-to-market strategy!
Our advisory board has five members, four of which we met through Boardio. I would recommend Boardio to any startup.
We used Boardio to find advisors to guide us on global market entry. We got several good candidates and are now working with two. Really effective service and risk free while they have a success fee model.
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