RIGHT FIT. RIGHT NOW.
Top-tier operators and specialists are increasingly stepping outside traditional roles, choosing flexibility and impact on their own terms. Material knows where to find this exclusive, off-market talent and can connect you directly with the right experts.

Material Ventures by Katie Palencsar
Our Network Focus
Behind the scenes, we’re constantly vetting top talent and trusted professionals so we can connect the right people to the right projects, at exactly the right time.
This is where we plug you in. Whether you’re looking for targeted support, fresh strategic insight, or a right-now intervention, we offer tailored services designed to meet a range of critical business needs.

[01]
Capital & Fundraising Strategy
Connect with experienced operators that can help you get investor-ready and think beyond traditional capital.
- VC and alternative financing strategy
- Investor prep
- Financial modeling and budgeting
- Fundraising operations and storytelling
[02]
Leadership & Advisory
Navigate complex decisions and receive guidance from trusted, empathetic leaders who’ve been through it.
- Referral-only coaching
- Strategic advisory for founders and C-suite
- Multi-sectoral experts
- Interim leadership or operator placements
[03]
Growth & Market Activation
Turn growth plans into action and tap the experts who know how to get results and move revenue forward.
- Sales pipeline development
- Go-to-market strategy
- Marketing stack planning
- Customer acquisition
- Thought leadership & brand positioning
[04]
Product & Process Optimization
Match with specialists who bring systems thinking and real-world execution to improve how your teams build and deliver.
- Workflow automation
- System set-up and implementation
- Operational audits
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Not seeing your exact need? We specialize in finding the right expert for the job, no matter how specific.
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