Material is a high-touch business concierge and talent platform matching founders and executives with proven operators to help solve their most critical work-life challenges.

Whether it's a niche request or an urgent operational function, we listen, align with your goals, and then tap the ideal specialist for the assignment.

Our professional network includes off-market experts you won’t find through recruiters or traditional channels. Think: C-suite advisors, referral-only coaches, and behind-the-scenes builders who know how to get things done.


Founded by Katie Palencsar, venture investor, repeat founder and operator, Material brings decades of early-stage growth and company-building experience to every engagement.