Zurich, 17.07.2023 – Board Owl, the global board matching and education platform, announced today the successful closure of its seed round, raising significant funding to continue its international expansion and invest in cutting-edge technology developments and innovative features. The round was led by the HR Tech venture capital firm Allygatr, with participation from private investors Georges Khneysser, Donald Waterreus, Romy von Roeder, Markus Infanger and Farah Mujli who share our vision of transforming the board market. The funding round marks an important milestone for the Swiss startup’ growth journey.
On the successful funding, Board Owl’s CEO Daniel Aghdami commented: “We are thrilled to have secured funding for our next stage of growth, and view it as a strong endorsement of our vision and momentum. It was a priority for us to attract not only capital, but diverse skills, opinions and networks to challenge us and to support Board Owl’s growth. We have certainly achieved that with this group of high-calibre investors with their backgrounds in HR, Tech, Finance, Blockchain, Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital!”
Board Owl has already made remarkable steps in revolutionizing the board appointment process, not only in Switzerland but also across Europe, Asia, and Africa. With over 100 corporate and advisory board appointments facilitated last year alone, Board Owl has emerged as a trusted platform connecting highly qualified individuals with organizations seeking their expertise. They recently announced a new partnership with the London Stock Exchange, joining its Marketplace to provide its services to listed companies, and those preparing for their IPO.
Behind Board Owl are three experienced founders with diverse backgrounds, Daniel Aghdami, Sasha Savic, and Delphine Trabaldo Togna, who are committed to promoting transparency, efficiency, and diversity in the board market. The platform brings together the right people with the right companies – startups, Scaleups, SMEs and non-profit organizations from a wide range of sectors – in order to drive business growth. By leveraging advanced algorithms, Board Owl streamlines the board selection process, saving valuable time for both candidates and organizations. Furthermore, the platform fosters inclusivity by promoting diversity in all its forms, thereby nurturing a dynamic and forward-thinking board ecosystem.
The funds raised in this seed round will be instrumental in advancing Board Owl’s global reach and scaling its operations in current and new markets. With the expansion, the platform aims to empower a broader network of professionals and organizations, facilitating connections that lead to mutually beneficial board appointments. Additionally, significant investments will be directed towards enhancing the platform’s technology, ensuring a seamless user experience and providing state-of-the-art tools for effective board selection.
About Board Owl:
Board Owl is a global board matching and education platform that connects highly skilled professionals with organizations seeking corporate or advisory board members. The platform revolutionizes the board appointment process by streamlining and simplifying the search for qualified candidates while promoting diversity and inclusivity. With a commitment to transparency and efficiency, Board Owl aims to transform the board market and drive business growth worldwide.
To learn more about Board Owl, please visit www.boardowl.com or write to success@boardowl.com
