London-based Connectd secured €6.3 million in new funding. Anker Capital and Stena & Swerve led the round. Existing investors Steven Mail (Mail Venture Partners) and Alan Morgan (MMC Ventures) also participated. This capital injection supports Connectd's expansion of its fractional workforce platform across the US and UK.
Expanding Fractional Executive Talent
Connectd, founded in 2019, connects startups with experienced fractional executives. The platform uses AI technology to match businesses with specific executive profiles. This includes fractional CMOs for product launches or fractional CFOs for startup funding rounds. This approach allows companies to access specialized expertise without long-term commitment.
The company achieved 80% growth this year. It surpassed €9.9 million in annual recurring revenue.
Connectd has facilitated over 25,000 connections to date. This includes investments and board appointments. It serves over 3,000 fractional professionals and 3,000 startups. This model offers senior professionals diverse roles, differing from general talent platforms like Toptal or Upwork.
Fractional working provides significant value for businesses and professionals. Startups gain elite perspectives at critical growth stages. Experienced professionals find lucrative opportunities and varied work, unlike roles from traditional executive search firms such as Robert Half. Connectd's total funding now stands at €13.6 million. The company supports future fractional workers through its Innovation Academy. This funding coincides with Connectd's rebranding, focusing on talent acquisition.
