Analysis

July 28, 2023

Startup advisors: Why you need them and where to find them

Bringing in a startup advisor to help your business as it grows is a natural part of founder life — here's what you're looking for

Jessica Rawnsley

10 min read

No matter how talented a founding team may be, building a startup is never plain sailing. Hurdles come thick and fast, in various guises, depending on the stage you’re at. Particularly in the early days when the team is still small, bringing on other eyes, ears and brains is essential. That’s where startup advisors come in. 

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Harvinder Power, cofounder of Motics
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Ryan Edwards, the CEO of music tech startup Audoo
Ryan Edwards, Audoo CEO
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Cofounder and CEO of biotech Solu, Sam Sihvonen
Cofounder and CEO of Solu, Sam Sihvonen
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Astrid Gyllenkrok Kristensen, cofounder and CEO of LEIA
Astrid Kristensen, cofounder and CEO of LEIA
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Jessica Rawnsley

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