MANifesto

Over the past 15 years, the ecosystem of advisory and support services for founders has exploded, making it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to take action.

Yet, entrepreneurship itself does not seem to have become any simpler!

Today, businesses must navigate an increasingly complex landscape:

  • Rapid technological advancements

  • Integration of social and environmental challenges

  • Heightened HR requirements

  • Personal balance and individual development of leadership teams

  • Economic cycles’ impact

  • Regulatory changes’ implications

Furthermore, recent global upheavals have created a true rollercoaster for entrepreneurs, particularly in the tech sector. From skyrocketing growth to major revaluations and sudden downturns, many founders are experiencing these market conditions for the first time.

In this context, we believe it is more crucial than ever to rely on effective boards and sound, human-centred governance, supported by the role of independent board members.

As non-investor, non-executive participants, independent board members bring neutrality, strategic perspective, and experience, providing valuable support to entrepreneurial journeys.

We therefore seek to professionalise this role, transforming it into true sparring partnerships to meet the demands of an increasingly mature and ever-evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Our Objectives:

  1. Raising awareness among entrepreneurs and investors on the importance of strong governance, facilitated by independent board members.

  2. Providing a platform to enable the identification, evaluation, and appointment of independent board members, while formalising best practices.

  3. Clarifying selection and evaluation criteria to ensure success alongside existing support structures (BAs, advisors, coaches).

  4. Building a network where independent board members share experiences, support each other, and continue their professional development.

  5. Encouraging diversity and inspiring new talent in this role.

Who Are We?

A unique collective of experienced entrepreneurs and executives, with extensive networks and diverse expertise.

We share strong values:

  • Flexibility – adapting to the needs and maturity stages of businesses.

  • Performance – delivering tailored advice to enhance company performance.

  • Independence – offering impartial, unbiased perspectives that serve the company’s mission.

  • Diversity – promoting diversity across gender, background, and experience.

  • Humanity – acting with humility and authenticity while maintaining directness and pragmatism.

Who Is This For?

We primarily support innovative European businesses with strong growth ambitions, including startups, scale-ups, and private entrepreneurial ventures. The CEOs of these companies seek a more effective board and an independent board member to guide their trajectory.

How Do We Help?

  • Acting as sparring partners, both within and outside board meetings.

  • Bringing clarity and a preventive focus to crisis resolution.

  • Providing holistic support on key topics (fundraising, governance, strategy, HR, internationalisation, etc.).

  • Offering flexible engagement models (options, fees, investment structures)