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Dover is building the marketplace for startup experts

We connect high-growth companies with experienced operators across recruiting, HR, marketing, legal, and more.

Join the Expert Marketplace

Experts work with amazing companies like

  • Y Combinator
  • Mintlify
  • Standard Bots
  • ComfyUI
  • OpusClip
  • Patronus AI
  • Regal
  • SemiAnalysis
  • QA Wolf

Why Join Dover?

Dover is a marketplace where startups and expert operators meet, collaborate, and build lasting working relationships.

  • Network of Trust

    Since 2024, we’ve supported the growth of 300+ early-stage tech companies. Let Dover handle the connection process so you can focus on scaling the next unicorns of the world.

  • 0 → 1 Building

    Our community comprises former founders, executives, and industry leaders. Unlock a new network while partnering with experienced builders and startup operators.

  • Complete Ownership

    Ultimate flexibility in selecting the companies you partner with and how you’ll support their business needs (Availability, Rate, Agreement Types, etc). Use your own tools, partner with preferred vendors, or work within a company’s existing systems.

Join a community of operators

Dover experts are industry leaders who've worked directly with founders at Seed through Series D companies.

  • Brandon W.Brandon W.
  • Jessica A.Jessica A.
  • Bill L.Bill L.
  • Lavanya B.Lavanya B.
  • Robson C.Robson C.
  • Michelle S.Michelle S.

Become an Expert

  1. 1

    Apply to join the marketplace

    Create a profile in Dover and verify your experience with founder reviews

  2. 2

    1-on-1 Interview

    Discuss your background and answer any questions you have

  3. 3

    Offer and onboarding

    Officially join the marketplace and start matching with top startups

Join the Expert Marketplace

FAQ

Why should I join Dover?
Since 2024, we’ve supported the growth of 300+ early-stage tech companies. Our community comprises former founders, executives, and industry leaders; providing access to a new network of experienced builders and startup operators.
How are experts paid?
Every expert sets their own pricing, and every engagement is different in terms of hours and cost. Dover participates in revenue share with experts. The revenue share is based on how active people are on the platform. The most active experts have a revenue share of 15%.
Why do I need to provide founder reviews to join?
Experts work directly with founding team members at VC-backed startups. Founder reviews help you quickly build trust with companies on Dover’s marketplace. Most of the customers are high-growth startups with high expectations. They want confidence that experts know how to deliver for companies like theirs. Strong founder reviews attract customers to your profile and set you up for long-term success on the marketplace.
Who are the experts on the marketplace?
  • Industry leaders with 5+ years of experience supporting startups and tech companies.
  • All have worked directly with founders at companies ranging from Seed to Series D and have also held roles at well-known organizations.
Does Dover offer full-time employment?
We do! After a work trial, experts have the option to join full time.
Benefits of joining Dover full-time?
  • More stability: You'll typically work with multiple companies at once, so your income doesn't rely on one company.
  • Full-time benefits: You'll get healthcare and other benefits like going to our events and off-sites.
  • Stock: Become an owner of the company. You'll receive stock options.
  • Product influence: Be the first to share feedback and know about upcoming improvements.
  • Customer trust: Companies often prefer working with experts who are fully committed to Dover.