13. Inside The Board: How April Uchitel Connects Experts with Companies That Need Them

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The Not Perfect Networking Podcast

Zoe Weisberg Coady

22 episodes

2 days ago

The show ALL about networking - both personally and professionally. We're giving networking a reframe! Networking isn’t just a business function—it’s a way to build genuine relationships, unlock new opportunities, and create meaningful connections. In this podcast, we’re redefining networking and making it accessible, fun, and, most importantly, real. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-weisberg-coady-57aab37/

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13. Inside The Board: How April Uchitel Connects Experts with Companies That Need Them

The Not Perfect Networking Podcast

43 minutes 41 seconds

5 months ago

13. Inside The Board: How April Uchitel Connects Experts with Companies That Need Them

What if your next career move didn’t require starting over—but evolving forward? In this episode, Zoe sits down with powerhouse networker and community builder April Uchitel—CEO and Founder of The Board, co-founder of Dish Studios, and former CEO of Violet Grey and ONDA Beauty—to explore how the future of work is shifting toward a more agile, connected, and collaborative model.April shares her journey from a career in fashion to launching The Board, a hybrid community and agency that helps companies solve problems with on-demand expertise from trusted, fractional talent. Whether you're a leader trying to fill gaps on your team or a seasoned professional wondering what’s next, this conversation is a roadmap to the new world of work.

In this episode:

April’s evolution from fashion to tech, beauty, and now community building

What it really means to work fractionally—and why it’s more than just consulting
Why “networking” needs to be rooted in generosity, collaboration, and trust
The rise of communities that blend strategy with support (and how to find yours)
How The Board helps brands build dream teams without bloated budgets
The reorg of the future: blending operators, outsourced experts, and tech
Why upskilling and specialization matter more than ever
Real talk on burnout, boundaries, and choosing work that aligns with your life

Connect with April:

Learn more about The Board: https://www.wearetheboard.co/about

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-uchitel-2b56b414/

Connect with Zoe:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-weisberg-coady-57aab37/