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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers appreciate the platform for its ability to connect startups with experienced advisors and industry leaders, often on a pro bono basis. People highlight the efficiency and speed of the matching process, with many securing valuable connections within a short timeframe. The team's personable approach and genuine interest in understanding individual business needs are consistently praised. Consumers find the platform particularly beneficial for accessing diverse skills and knowledge, expanding their networks, and gaining a competitive advantage. The support and guidance provided throughout the onboarding process are also highly valued. Reviewers express gratitude for the platform's ability to facilitate meaningful advisory work and create opportunities for growth and success. The technology and service offered by the company are considered excellent.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jaimes & Thiago have been absolutely incredible. The connections I’ve received through Connectd have been perfectly aligned with my business goals — I truly could not be happier. For the first time, I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nathanial has connected me with four experts this year, and the experience has been excellent across the board. Two are brand-new placements, and I’m already encouraged by how well we’re aligned. The... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible Resource for Founders! Connectd has done an incredible job speedily onboarding us and putting in place exactly the right kind of advisors our company needs at this stage in our growth cy... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Daniel Watson has done a phenomenal job of connecting us with our ideal 3 advisors. From start to finish his performance has been stellar, keenly listening to our current situation and the visi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James St John-Dunlop - give that man a raise! Our experience with Connectd has been nothing short of absolutely fantastic. As an early-stage startup, we are short of both capital and experience.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another superb month with Connectd! Dan and Alex have been quite brilliant, again. Connectd have changed my buisness. It was an incredible piece of luck...they arrived at exactly the right time. Outst... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A good concept and model. I found the advisor, Daniel to be of great help and is very meticulous and apt in connecting and onbaarding the advisors, managing the entire process extremely well and effic... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have signed up for a one year programme. Although I was unable to complete the programme, Connectd provided an excellent member service. The account managers go above and beyond to support their tea... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I came across Connectd just two weeks ago, and in that short time James and the team have already connected me with a fantastic pro-bono advisor. Things couldn’t be going more smoothly, and I’m genu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James was delightful. As I am new to this whole stage of my career and still learning my way about, James' friendly and focused presence was extremely helpful. He was considerate in his placement re... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well structured, fast placement, and clear information along the entire journey about what was needed to get started as a board advisor through the connectd platform. It took me about a month to get f... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Daniel Watson from Connectd has been very helpful. He has connected us with two board advisors on a pro bono basis. I was approached via LinkedIn and was very skeptical at first, as people are always... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had the pleasure of working with James St John-Dunlop during my Connectd Board Advisor placement with RightHear, and I couldn’t be more impressed. James facilitated the entire process with clari... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So far a really helpful experience. I was reached out to by someone at Connectd via LinkedIn, so I was sceptical at first, in all honesty. But every experience I have had with them so far has been rea... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Finally connect'd goyt their act together and set me up with a company that really needed my help as a financial advisor. Time will tell whether or not this placement was successful but the signs are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Daniel, has been hugely helpful in not only directly sourcing and pairing myself and my co-founder with the advisors we need, but also throughout the process of doing so. Despite him already... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Connectd have sourced several hi-calibre, domain experts who now act as advisors to our startup pro bono. These advisors bring incredible value to our company at no cost. Win-win. James St-John Dunlop... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James St John-Dunlop is a great professional who cuts to the chase without wasting time. I LOVE IT! He is honest, learning quickly, and made great suggestions that made the whole experience smooth.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Working with Nathaniel and the Connected team has been fantastic. Within days they matched me with seasoned advisors and set up calls. Two of those experts are now helping our early-stage startup pro... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nathaniel Opedo was brilliant and efficient at connecting me with two business experts pro bono to advise me in getting my business off the ground. I too was approached via LinkedIn. The whole Connect... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've only been involved with Connectd for a few weeks now but the experience has been great so far! Everyone's been quick to follow up and the staff spend time listening to my needs rather than just t... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

“Big thanks to Nathaniel at Connectd for facilitating my first Board Advisor placement with Honey & Keeper. His structured and supportive approach helped us align expectations, explore goals, and buil... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've had a brilliant experience with the Connectd team so far. From onboarding with Eva to the online training and Daniel Watson matching me with an exciting US AI startup. Everything's happened so qu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a review within 2 weeks of joining Connectd CONNECTD has brought in so much brain power together in a short span of time. There has been a huge pool of leaders from diverse backgrounds are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a diverse and ambitious community. Such an engaging group and a team who care and take the time to provide high touch events and resources for their members. 100% recommend based on my experi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a founder and an advisor, I've got a unique experience of both sides of the coin. I am currently finding the platform useful - but I know others mileage may vary. It ultimately depends on you... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nothing short of Amazing!! Have really enjoyed working with LinkExec. When it comes to what the future of work, customer service and just understanding people within the start ups, introducers, co... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Apprehensive at first... There are so many platforms that claim to support founders and match them with investors. I'm pleased to share we secured an investor from the platform (the brilliant Terry)... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a founder at Zavvis AI, I had an excellent experience with Connectd. They matched me with seasoned executives, and Daniel Watson coordinated and hosted our first three-way meeting. The session was... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

james is great, on point quick and super clear - so far great excperience and look forward to start and see what comes out of it !

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Could anyone who has been signed up to connectd board adviser programme provide some feedback please? Did you get a paid role to merit the fee?

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We’ve had an incredibly positive experience with Connectd. As an early-stage startup, being matched with a highly experienced pro bono financial advisor through their platform has been a game-ch... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James St John-Dunlopis brilliant and his enthusiasm is amazing! He's found 2 great matches for Forma- both off which I'm generally very excited to explore!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Renee has been fantastic in helping me join the Connectd transition-to-portfolio pathway, making the whole process smooth and straightforward. The Connectd platform is booming with fractional and boar... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Grateful for Connectd.co and their powerful network! As a founder deep in the “go to market” phase, I’ve been looking for experienced advisors who’ve been there—people who understand the nuance... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Connectd Academy was a great aggregation of critical items to have at the ready in an advisory role. It was succinct presentation of the tools that anyone should have at the ready to be able to suppo... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a founder I am super happy to be connected into a network of industry leaders. Nathaniel has helped me find the right kind of people that my business needs at the moment to help it grow.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with Connectd over the past few months we've been on the platform. We've been connected with some excellent advisors thanks in particular to Nathaniel Opedo's help. Really appreciate... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Emily provided a clear agenda and let the meeting flow within the framework. She was both friendly and proffessional.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Working with Nathaniel Opedo was an absolute pleasure. From our first interaction, Nathaniel demonstrated a rare blend of professionalism, empathy, and strategic clarity. He listened deeply,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They delivered on every promise made. What more can you ask for? The coursework was informative and well-done. The placement was a very good fit as well.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Emily is very knowledgeable and supportive. Love the platform, grateful to be able to have access to such amazing advisors,

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nathaniel was super helpful, made all interactions productive and sourced us a great fit for the team.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient process, handled professionally, board role within a week of completing the course!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm going to leave a 5-star review for a few reasons - Onboarding was smooth and quick. The meeting with the potential adviser happened within two weeks from the first interaction. - Nathaniel was... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our experience with Connectd has been incredibly positive so far. From our very first call, Angela and Daniel have shown exceptional kindness and support. Their guidance throughout the onboarding pro... See more

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Founded by serial entrepreneur Roei Samuel, Connectd is a people-first platform connecting startups with fractional executives. With AI powered matching, we’ve facilitated over 10,000 connections across the UK and US, helping companies grow and leaders build fractional first careers.


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4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

531 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nathaniel helped me connect with my…

Nathaniel helped me connect with my first advisor position. The recommendations were spot on and Nathaniel was professional and efficient getting this relationship setup . I am looking forward to my further opportunities through Connected.

October 3, 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind words Medi! We're delighted to hear that Nathaniel was helpful and clear throughout the process. So great to have helped secure your first board advisor role

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A platform that is vital for all founders who seek success.

Having an idea for a start-up is one thing. Understanding how to navigate the tricky areas of marketing, sales, tech, finance and legal to ensure your new business doesn't become a statistic adds additional layers of complexity. Connectd has a vast pool of advisors and experts to help with these challenges and to guide you to hopefully becoming super successful.
This is a highly recommended (if not essential) platform. Add in to the mix extremely helpful liaisons such as James St John-Dunlop, who can't do enough to ensure success between advisor and founders and you'll realise this is a vital service, extremely necessary for your start-up to survive and grow.

October 11, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Gavyn, thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that James was able to connect you with the right advisors so quickly and that the experience exceeded your expectations. At Connectd, we pride ourselves on really listening to the needs of our members and matching them with the best possible support, so your feedback means a lot. We’re excited to continue supporting you on your journey and look forward to seeing your vision come to life.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good experience

Efficient process, handled professionally, board role within a week of completing the course!

October 9, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thanks so much for your feedback, Bruce! We're delighted to hear you found the process efficient and that it helped you secure a board role so quickly. Congratulations on your new position, and we wish you continued success in your journey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Nathaniel for facilitating a…

Thanks to Nathaniel for facilitating a great call!

October 9, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you, Erik! We're glad you enjoyed the session, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nathaniel. It’s great to know the call was valuable for you!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A good concept and services

A good concept and model. I found the advisor, Daniel to be of great help and is very meticulous and apt in connecting and onbaarding the advisors, managing the entire process extremely well and efficiently.

October 8, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you for your kind words, Shaun! We're so glad to hear you found the concept and process valuable. Daniel will be delighted to know his efforts made a positive impact. We truly appreciate your feedback and support!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Misleading scam

Misleading scam. I received this email from one of their representatives via LinkedIn.

Dear...

I help connect startups & scaleups to prospective board advisors, and non-execs.

Your background and expertise would be a great fit for our network. Would you be interested in board advisory or non-exec opportunities?

.....

I would have expected there to be roles available that they wanted to connect me with directly. The truth is, they want to sell training courses with a promise of a Pro Bono role.

On investigation, I see their Head of the NED network scammed me with a similar model in 2017, which cost me £1,500. Lots of promises and no return.

Steer clear unless you like snake oil.

October 10, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Hi Neil, we are always open and transparent around our offering. When booking in a meeting with our team to discuss we do always advise to also check out the Connectd website where the details of the programme are available including associated costs

The platform and programme has helped thousands of our customers to create meaningful connections in the early stage ecosystem and we are extremely proud of this and the value we deliver to our customers.

We do have a joining fee attched to all our membership packages but totally understand if this is not a right fit for you but we stand by our model, our integrity, and the results it continues to deliver for our advisors and startups alike.

If you would like to discuss your experience further we are always contactable through the info@connectd.co address

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jaimes & Thiago is absolutely…

Jaimes & Thiago have been absolutely incredible. The connections I’ve received through Connectd have been perfectly aligned with my business goals — I truly could not be happier. For the first time, I feel like I have the support, mentorship, and confidence I’ve been looking for to take my company to the next level. I’m so excited and deeply grateful for this platform and everything it’s helping me build.

October 5, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Jasmine, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your experience with the team has been so impactful and that the connections through Connectd are helping you move closer to your business goals. It’s wonderful to see the platform supporting your growth and confidence, that’s exactly what we strive for. Wishing you continued success on your journey, and we’re so glad to be part of it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Daniel!!

Daniel Watson has done a phenomenal job of connecting us with our ideal 3 advisors.

From start to finish his performance has been stellar, keenly listening to our current situation and the vision we have for our company in order to find advisors that best suit our needs.
In all honesty, I thought he would be able to fulfil the task of finding one good advisor, maybe two at a stretch but to not only find all three within 24-hours but for them to tick every one of our boxes speaks volumes about his work ethic and the standards of excellence Connectd adheres to.

My first time writing a review for a company ever and I can't think of a better one to do it for than Connectd - thank you!

September 24, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Huseyin, thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Daniel was able to connect you with the right advisors so quickly and that the experience exceeded your expectations. At Connectd, we pride ourselves on really listening to the needs of our members and matching them with the best possible support, so your feedback means a lot. We’re excited to continue supporting you on your journey and look forward to seeing your vision come to life.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible Resource for Founders!

Incredible Resource for Founders!

Connectd has done an incredible job speedily onboarding us and putting in place exactly the right kind of advisors our company needs at this stage in our growth cycle.

September 30, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you for your kind words! We’re so pleased to hear that your onboarding was smooth and that you’ve been matched with the right advisors for your growth journey. It’s fantastic to know Connectd has been a valuable resource for you at this stage, and we look forward to supporting your continued success.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional so far!

Nathanial has connected me with four experts this year, and the experience has been excellent across the board. Two are brand-new placements, and I’m already encouraged by how well we’re aligned. The other two have been outstanding—especially one CMO who I’ll be moving forward with. On top of that, I also secured one placement on my own, and that collaboration is going really well too.

September 30, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Michelle, thank you for such a thoughtful review! We’re delighted that Nathanial was able to connect you with several experts and that the collaborations are already proving so valuable. It’s also great to hear that your independently secured placement is going well too, it really shows the strength of your growing network. We’re excited to see how these partnerships help drive your success moving forward.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent 1st meeting

Emily provided a clear agenda and let the meeting flow within the framework. She was both friendly and proffessional.

September 30, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Tim, thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that your first meeting with Emily was both structured and engaging. It’s great to know you felt supported right from the start.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another superb month with Connectd

Another superb month with Connectd! Dan and Alex have been quite brilliant, again. Connectd have changed my buisness. It was an incredible piece of luck...they arrived at exactly the right time. Outstanding...thank you Connectd!

September 30, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Steven, we’re thrilled to read your review, thank you! It’s fantastic to hear how much of a difference Connectd has made to your business and that Dan and Alex have been such a strong support. We’re delighted to be on this journey with you and look forward to many more superb months ahead.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

First Board Advisor role

“Big thanks to Nathaniel at Connectd for facilitating my first Board Advisor placement with Honey & Keeper. His structured and supportive approach helped us align expectations, explore goals, and build trust right from the start—leading to a strong mutual commitment to move forward.”

September 29, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Nathaniel was helpful and clear throughout the process. So great to have helped secure your first board advisor role

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

james is great

james is great, on point quick and super clear - so far great excperience and look forward to start and see what comes out of it !

September 25, 2025
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We really appreciate your feedback, Fedro! It’s great to hear that James was able to make the process smooth and productive.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Seamless, Thoughtful Placement Experience – Highly Recommend James!ure of working with…

I had the pleasure of working with James St John-Dunlop during my Connectd Board Advisor placement with RightHear, and I couldn’t be more impressed. James facilitated the entire process with clarity, warmth, and precision. He created a safe, structured space for both the founder and myself to align expectations, explore strategic goals, and build trust from day one.
His ability to synthesize complex conversations into actionable placement guidelines was outstanding. He made me feel seen—not just as a sales leader, but as someone bringing transformation, cultural insight, and mentorship to the table. The call was engaging, well-paced, and left us energized for the journey ahead.
James is a true connector and champion of meaningful advisory work. If you're navigating the transition to portfolio life, you want James in your corner.
Thank you, James!
— Carolyn Da Silva

September 24, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you so much, Carolyn, for your generous words. We’re delighted to hear that your experience with James was both structured and energizing. Building trust and alignment from the very beginning is something we deeply value, and it’s wonderful to know this came through in your journey. We’re excited to see the impact you’ll continue to make with RightHear.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nathaniel was super helpful

Nathaniel was super helpful, made all interactions productive and sourced us a great fit for the team.

September 24, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

We really appreciate your feedback, Hannah! It’s great to hear that Nathaniel was able to make the process smooth and productive, and that you found such a strong fit for your team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very good for startups

Seamless process

September 22, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you, Tope! We’re so pleased you found the process seamless. Supporting startups through these critical growth stages is at the heart of what we do, and your feedback means a lot to us.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Feedback on connectd

Could anyone who has been signed up to connectd board adviser programme provide some feedback please? Did you get a paid role to merit the fee?

September 24, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you for getting in touch and your interest in Connectd. We would be delighted to discuss the transition to portfolio programme offering in more detail. If you would like to speak to one of our team please get in touch through the info@connectd.co address

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They delivered on every promise made

They delivered on every promise made. What more can you ask for? The coursework was informative and well-done. The placement was a very good fit as well.

September 23, 2025
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Reply from Connectd

Thank you for sharing your experience, Allan! We’re so pleased that you found the academy course valuable and that your placement worked out so well. Delivering on our promises is exactly what we strive for, and it’s great to hear we achieved that for you.

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