These modular times act as guidelines which can be adjusted
to fit in with a participant's workload and current commitments.
Connectd is built on creating connections between people and our advisor community is at the core of this mission. Members can use the exclusive Community platform to knowledge share, offer peer-to-peer support, upskill and discuss roles and opportunities. Our range of exclusive events and webinars complements the advisor
community, allowing members to meet in person to build their networks and skillsets.
Learn the fundamental skills, behaviors and attitudes of a portfolio professional with over 30 hours of learning including CPD accredited video modules focused on board level hard skills. In-depth guides and downloads help you acquire the fundamentals of the portfolio toolkit.
Self-supported learning allows you to acquire knowledge and skills at your own pace with specialist modules created to unlock topics including board-level finance.
Curated by industry leading specialists, Transition to Portfolio's educational materials will give you the foundation to build a portfolio career.
Benefit from one-to-one support from an experienced mentor. Connectd mentors are drawn from a wide range of sectors and specialisms. Our stringent matching process ensures you will be paired with the right mentor for your needs and goals. Connectd mentors take a flexible approach and allow you to drive the direction of your mentoring journey. Your mentor will offer practical advice, help to build your brand, your USP and your network, and prepare you for application and interview..
A guaranteed pro bono role working with a dynamic startup over a 6-9 month placement allows you
to gain the skills and knowledge needed to support founders and senior leaders. Boost your resume and increase your chances of landing further portfolio roles.
You will be supported throughout your placement by your mentor who will offer advice regarding the
business and feedback on your performance as an advisor. There is the opportunity to continue working with the startup beyond the duration of the placement if mutually agreeable.
Advisory placements will typically last for 6-9 months, while fractional placements tend to be delivered over a more focused 2-3 month period. During this time you will acquire the skills, experience and knowledge needed to advise and support founders and senior leadership teams within the startup ecosystem. The placement is designed to help build your resume, providing demonstrable results and examples to draw on when seeking further roles to build your portfolio.
Access to up to 60 - 80 roles each month. Positions are a mix of pro bono, equity and paid. Connect with startups specifically matched with your interest and experience through the lens feature and a pathway to paid roles upon
completion of the programme.
In conjunction with the education and academy resources, members also gain access to the lens and roles sections of the site. Within lens, Connectd members are empowered to find matches based on their interests utilizing the platform’s smart matching algorithm. Matches are ranked as strong, medium and weak depending on both the company's preferences and your own preferences.
Learn how to execute on your portfolio career plan from our
team of expert independent directors and board advisors.
Financial Services - 24%
Tech - 14%
Investment Management - 15%
Retail - 17%
Professional Services - 20%
Change Management - 10%