Empower Your Startup with a Powerful Advisory Board
YTC Advisory Board Forge
At YTC Ventures, we understand that founding a startup is just the beginning. To scale successfully, you need more than capital – you need strategic guidance from seasoned industry experts who have “been there, done that.”
Our Advisory Board Forge service is designed exclusively for startups and growing ventures.
We take the complexity out of building an effective advisory board, connecting you with the right mentors, industry leaders, and domain specialists who provide non-binding yet invaluable insights on fundraising, product strategy, go-to-market plans, operations, and more.
Why Startups Need a Dedicated Advisory Board
Accelerated Growth
✓ Receive unbiased, expert perspectives from seasoned professionals who have scaled similar businesses.
✓ Identify and avoid common pitfalls early, saving time and resources.
✓ Make informed, data-driven decisions faster to seize market opportunities.
✓ Accelerate product development, market entry, and overall business momentum.
Enhanced Credibility
✓ ESignal organizational maturity and professionalism to potential investors during fundraising rounds.
✓ Build trust with partners and customers by associating with recognized industry leaders.
✓ Strengthen your pitch deck and company narrative with notable advisor names.
✓ Differentiate your startup in a competitive landscape, making it more attractive for collaborations and investments.
Valuable Networks
✓ Gain warm introductions to venture capitalists, angel investors, and funding networks.
✓ Access top-tier talent for hiring key roles or freelance expertise.
✓ Unlock strategic partnerships, distribution channels, and customer leads through advisors’ connections.
✓ Expand your ecosystem with referrals to service providers, mentors, and industry events.
Many startups struggle to attract top-tier advisors on their own. That’s where YTC Ventures excels – leveraging our extensive network of investors, entrepreneurs, technologists, and industry veterans across India and globally.
How YTC Advisory Board Forge Works
Discovery & Needs Assessment
Curated Advisor Matching
We start with a deep dive into your startup’s stage, challenges, goals, and gaps (e.g., tech, marketing, finance, scaling, or sector-specific expertise).
Curated Advisor Matching
Using our proprietary network and AI-driven matching, we identify and vet 5–10 high-caliber advisors tailored to your needs.
Recruitment & Onboarding
We handle outreach, negotiations, equity/ compensation structuring (typically 0.1–1% advisory shares per advisor), and legal agreements.
Board Launch & Ongoing Support
Facilitate the first meetings, define roles, and provide tools for effective collaboration (e.g., quarterly check-ins, shared dashboards).
Performance Review
Regular check-ins to ensure the board delivers maximum value, with options to refresh members as your startup evolves.