Find verified board leaders at startup speed

As a SeedLegals customer, you get 50% off your first board hire, making it simple to bring the right leadership into the room at the right time.

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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.

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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 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

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Boardly logo

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.

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

Boardly logo

Step 3

Connect directly

You talk directly tocandidates 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.

The faces behind our board community

Meet the talent powering our network.

Nathalie

Verified

Expertise

COO

NED

Chair

Worked with

Wealthify

Outlier Ventures

Curve

Nathalie

Verified

Expertise

COO

NED

Chair

Worked with

Wealthify

Outlier Ventures

Curve

Nathalie

Verified

Expertise

COO

NED

Chair

Worked with

Wealthify

Outlier Ventures

Curve

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Paul

Verified

Expertise

CFO

NED

Fractional

Worked with

Revolut

Freetrade

Paysafe

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Paul

Verified

Expertise

CFO

NED

Fractional

Worked with

Revolut

Freetrade

Paysafe

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Paul

Verified

Expertise

CFO

NED

Fractional

Worked with

Revolut

Freetrade

Paysafe

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Lisa

Verified

Expertise

CEO

NED

Advisor

Worked with

Silverfin

Unleashed Software

Fresho

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Lisa

Verified

Expertise

CEO

NED

Advisor

Worked with

Silverfin

Unleashed Software

Fresho

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Lisa

Verified

Expertise

CEO

NED

Advisor

Worked with

Silverfin

Unleashed Software

Fresho

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.

Fair, transparent pricing designed for startups

Flat fees for board appointments. A simple platform fee for fractional work

Fractional Executives
Contact the team

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.

90-day no hire refund

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Non-Execs & Board Advisors
£4,000
£8,000

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.

90-day no hire refund

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Chairs
£5,000
£10,000

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

90-day no hire refund

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Fractional Executives
Contact the team

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.

90-day no hire refund

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Non-Execs & Board Advisors
£4,000
£8,000

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.

90-day no hire refund

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Chairs
£5,000
£10,000

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

90-day no hire refund

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Fractional Executives
Contact the team

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.

90-day no hire refund

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Non-Execs & Board Advisors
£4,000
£8,000

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.

90-day no hire refund

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Chairs
£5,000
£10,000

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

90-day no hire refund

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Common questions, clearly answered

Answers to all your questions on features, pricing, and support.

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