Build Better Boards
The AI-powered platform for startup boards and fractional leaders.
From search to shortlist in minutes
Our AI ranks and validates leaders so you see only the best matches, fast.
Step 1
Define your need
Use our guided role builder to capture what your startup really needs: from Fractional to Chair, Seed to IPO.
Step 3
Connect directly
You talk directly to candidates on the platform. Shortlists convert into real conversations fast, so you can explore the fit on your terms.
I’m Veronica, Boardly’s AI
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Step 2
Get your curated shortlist
Our AI scans the entire community in seconds. We recommend 5 top picks, ranked by relevance and chemistry fit. You also receive a tailored longlist of close matches.
Step 4
Hire with confidence
Every candidate is evaluated on experience, culture fit, and board readiness. AI matches them, experts validate them, and you make the final call.
Step 1
Define your need
Use our guided role builder to capture what your startup really needs: from Fractional to Chair, Seed to IPO.
Step 3
Connect directly
You talk directly to candidates on the platform. Shortlists convert into real conversations fast, so you can explore the fit on your terms.
I’m Veronica, Boardly’s AI
Can I find out more?
Press Play
0:00/1:34
Step 2
Get your curated shortlist
Our AI scans the entire community in seconds. We recommend 5 top picks, ranked by relevance and chemistry fit. You also receive a tailored longlist of close matches.
Step 4
Hire with confidence
Every candidate is evaluated on experience, culture fit, and board readiness. AI matches them, experts validate them, and you make the final call.
Step 1
Define your need
Use our guided role builder to capture what your startup really needs: from Fractional to Chair, Seed to IPO.
Step 2
Get your curated shortlist
Our AI scans the entire community in seconds. We recommend 5 top picks, ranked by relevance and chemistry fit. You also receive a tailored longlist of close matches.
I’m Veronica, Boardly’s AI
Can I find out more?
Press Play
0:00/1:34
Step 3
Connect directly
You talk directly to candidates on the platform. Shortlists convert into real conversations fast, so you can explore the fit on your terms
Step 4
Hire with confidence
Every candidate is evaluated on experience, culture fit, and board readiness. AI matches them, experts validate them, and you make the final call.
Trusted by leaders shaping the world’s best startups
Our members have guided companies from Seed to IPO.
One platform. Every kind of board leader.
From Advisors to Chairs, find the right expertise to guide your startup at every stage.
Fractional Executives
On demand, flexible to your stage.
Board Advisors
Targeted guidance on strategy, fundraising, and growth.
Non-Executive Directors
Independent voices shaping governance and accountability.
Chairs
Experienced leaders who guide and align your board.
Fractional Executives
On demand, flexible to your stage.
Board Advisors
Targeted guidance on strategy, fundraising, and growth.
Non-Executive Directors
Independent voices shaping governance and accountability.
Chairs
Experienced leaders who guide and align your board.
Fractional Executives
On demand, flexible to your stage.
Board Advisors
Targeted guidance on strategy, fundraising, and growth.
Non-Executive Directors
Independent voices shaping governance and accountability.
Chairs
Experienced leaders who guide and align your board.
Faster than agencies. Better than job boards.
Connecting you with the right leaders quickly, transparently, and without the extra noise.
Minutes, not months
Get a curated shortlist of leaders instantly.
Minutes, not months
Get a curated shortlist of leaders instantly.
Minutes, not months
Get a curated shortlist of leaders instantly.
Culture qualified
Our AI agent matches each leader to your unique needs and board chemistry.
Culture qualified
Our AI agent matches each leader to your unique needs and board chemistry.
Culture qualified
Our AI agent matches each leader to your unique needs and board chemistry.
Every profile vetted
Founders only see candidates who’ve been screened, verified, and matched to their role.
Every profile vetted
Founders only see candidates who’ve been screened, verified, and matched to their role.
Every profile vetted
Founders only see candidates who’ve been screened, verified, and matched to their role.
Handpicked leaders
A closed network where only the most accomplished leaders are invited.
Handpicked leaders
A closed network where only the most accomplished leaders are invited.
Handpicked leaders
A closed network where only the most accomplished leaders are invited.
Making world-class boards accessible to every startup
Making world-class boards accessible to every startup
Why candidates choose Boardly
The best opportunities, just for you.
The best opportunities, just for you.
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No candidate fees
Our members are never charged to access roles.
Pay to play
Candidates pay just to view or apply for roles.
No candidate fees
Our members are never charged to access roles.
Pay to play
Candidates pay just to view or apply for roles.
No candidate fees
Our members are never charged to access roles.
Other platforms
Pay to play
Candidates pay just to view or apply for roles.
Vetted & verified
Handpicked leaders from the world’s top companies.
Anyone can join
Minimal vetting means lower quality and declining trust.
Vetted & verified
Handpicked leaders from the world’s top companies.
Anyone can join
Minimal vetting means lower quality and declining trust.
Vetted & verified
Handpicked leaders from the world’s top companies.
Other platforms
Anyone can join
Minimal vetting means lower quality and declining trust.
Curated matches
Only see opportunities aligned to your expertise, values and passions.
Generic job boards
Endless irrelevant listings waste your time.
Curated matches
Only see opportunities aligned to your expertise, values and passions.
Generic job boards
Endless irrelevant listings waste your time.
Curated matches
Only see opportunities aligned to your expertise, values and passions.
Other platforms
Generic job boards
Endless irrelevant listings waste your time.
Real impact
Support founders building tomorrow’s category-defining companies.
False promises
Placement rates as low as 1%. Most candidates never land a paid role.
Real impact
Support founders building tomorrow’s category-defining companies.
False promises
Placement rates as low as 1%. Most candidates never land a paid role.
Real impact
Support founders building tomorrow’s category-defining companies.
Other platforms
False promises
Placement rates as low as 1%. Most candidates never land a paid role.
Meet the Founders
Building Boardly to transform how startups hire and work with their boards.
"We believe the right board can change everything. Not just for companies but for the founders and leaders building them."
"We believe the right board can change everything. Not just for companies but for the founders and leaders building them."
"We believe the right board can change everything. Not just for companies but for the founders and leaders building them."
Sandy Willis
Co-founder
Sandy Willis
Co-founder
Sandy Willis
Co-founder
Scott Watson
Co-founder
Scott Watson
Co-founder
Scott Watson
Co-founder
Fair, transparent pricing - designed for startups
Flat fees for board appointments. A simple platform fee for fractional work
Best for scaling startups needing flexible senior expertise.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted startup leaders
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
Flexible 16-hour engagement blocks with renewal or upgrade options
Convert fractional leaders into board roles.
60-day no hire refund
Best for startups who are ready to add independent board expertise.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted board leaders.
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
AI-powered insights on each candidate’s board readiness and culture fit.
Flat fees. No retainers or hidden extras.
60-day no hire refund
Best for growth-stage companies needing independent board leadership.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted board leaders.
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
AI-powered insights on each candidate’s board readiness and culture fit.
Flat fees. No retainers or hidden extras
60-day no hire refund
Best for scaling startups needing flexible senior expertise.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted startup leaders
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
Flexible 16-hour engagement blocks with renewal or upgrade options
Convert fractional leaders into board roles.
60-day no hire refund
Best for startups who are ready to add independent board expertise.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted board leaders.
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
AI-powered insights on each candidate’s board readiness and culture fit.
Flat fees. No retainers or hidden extras.
60-day no hire refund
Best for growth-stage companies needing independent board leadership.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted board leaders.
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
AI-powered insights on each candidate’s board readiness and culture fit.
Flat fees. No retainers or hidden extras
60-day no hire refund
Best for scaling startups needing flexible senior expertise.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted startup leaders
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
Flexible 16-hour engagement blocks with renewal or upgrade options
Convert fractional leaders into board roles.
60-day no hire refund
Best for startups who are ready to add independent board expertise.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted board leaders.
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
AI-powered insights on each candidate’s board readiness and culture fit.
Flat fees. No retainers or hidden extras.
60-day no hire refund
Best for growth-stage companies needing independent board leadership.
Features:
Direct introductions and messaging with vetted board leaders.
Shortlists aligned to your sector, stage, and culture - delivered in minutes
AI-powered insights on each candidate’s board readiness and culture fit.
Flat fees. No retainers or hidden extras
60-day no hire refund
Common questions, clearly answered
Answers to all your questions on features, pricing, and support.
What is Boardly?
What if I can’t find the right person?
How are candidates vetted?
Are my roles confidential?
Do you support diversity on boards?
Does it cost anything to join Boardly as a candidate?
What type of roles are available?
What’s the difference between a fractional role and a board role?
How much time do roles typically require?
How do I get paid?
What is Boardly?
What if I can’t find the right person?
How are candidates vetted?
Are my roles confidential?
Do you support diversity on boards?
Does it cost anything to join Boardly as a candidate?
What type of roles are available?
What’s the difference between a fractional role and a board role?
How much time do roles typically require?
How do I get paid?
What is Boardly?
What if I can’t find the right person?
How are candidates vetted?
Are my roles confidential?
Do you support diversity on boards?
Does it cost anything to join Boardly as a candidate?
What type of roles are available?
What’s the difference between a fractional role and a board role?
How much time do roles typically require?
How do I get paid?
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