While there are commonalities between board members and advisors, their roles within a company are fundamentally distinct, each with its unique impact and significance.

Firstly, regarding similarities: both advisors (or advisory boards) and board members (or the board of directors) share the overarching objective of enhancing corporate governance and performance. This entails conducting thorough situational analyses, offering recommendations, providing valuable insights, leveraging networks, and exploring various strategic avenues.

However, significant differences exist between the two. Advisors typically offer guidance and suggestions without the authority to enforce decisions. Conversely, board members possess broad powers, including the ability to override management decisions when deemed necessary. Moreover, while advisory board members carry no legal or financial obligations, board members bear specific responsibilities and are legally obligated, often necessitating insurance coverage.

The preparation and frequency of meetings also diverge between the two. Board meetings typically demand more comprehensive preparation and adhere to a regular schedule compared to advisory board meetings. Additionally, board members often receive higher compensation to reflect their increased responsibilities and the intensity of their workload.

To streamline this process, SVX facilitates the identification of requirements and matches suitable candidates who not only fulfill functional needs but also resonate with the cultural values of your company.

Finding a board or advisory position is just like finding a new job: you need to research, apply, discuss – and then agree.

SVX Ventures removes the complexity, effort & time you need to spend on this endeavor and puts you in the driving seat.

By partnering with the most exciting companies in APAC, we gain access to roles where you can make a real difference. On top of that, we act as an intermediary between parties, eliminating information biases, clarifying and matching candidates and companies.

Our approach ensures efficient match-making, helping you find your next big challenge quickly.

If you possess industry-specific knowledge, strategic, commercial, organizational, or financial skills, you have 90% of what growth companies need.

The remaining 10% is your passion for making a strategic difference and helping shape the success of the company as it trails forward.

To become a board member or advisor through SVX, you must be able to make a real difference to the company. This comes in the form of relevant skillset, time & commitment.

Secondly, you need to have a good rapport & chemistry with the management of the individual company and other members of the management or advisory board.

Finally, you need to be a part of SVX’s network since all of the opportunities we provide are exclusive to members. It is also through our partner meetings you are showcased and insights into the opportunities available.

Although SVX makes this process far simpler than it traditionally is, it can still be daunting. To that end, we help structure the process and also provide advice wherever you need, such as with contracts and compensation negotiation.

We work with both startups, SMEs and mid-cap companies and are industry agnostic. From A.I., robotics, and software to manufacturing, FMCG and and retail, our portfolio continues to evolve.

The companies SVX works with are primarily located in Asia Pacific, with Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand & the Philippines being our primary markets.