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Fractional COO

Chief Operating Officer

Translate your vision into operational excellence — the systems, processes, and teams that let you scale without breaking.

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Activated in 2 Wks from first call

Operations strategy, cross-functional leadership, and process design — turning ambition into execution.

No equity required No 90-day search Embedded & accountable
What you get

Your Fractional COO Delivers

Six core outcomes in the first 90 days — then ongoing as your embedded executive.

01 Operational audit & gap analysis
02 OKR & performance management system
03 Process documentation & SOPs
04 Cross-functional team alignment
05 Vendor & outsourcing strategy
06 Scaling playbook
Ideal for

Is a Fractional COO Right for You?

High-growth companies where the CEO is too deep in operations, teams are misaligned, or rapid hiring has created chaos.

  • You need COO-level strategy but not full-time headcount
  • Your existing team needs senior leadership to perform at their best
  • You want a proven executive embedded fast — not a 3-month search
  • You're preparing for fundraising, scale, or a strategic shift
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150+ Executives placed
$2B+ Revenue influenced
2 wks To activation
How it works

From First Call to Embedded Executive in 2 Weeks

1
Strategy Call We scope your needs, culture, and goals in a 60-minute executive session.
2
Executive Matching We identify 2–3 vetted {{ role_abbr }}s from our bench who fit your sector and stage.
3
Chemistry Meeting You meet your matched executives and select the right fit — no pressure.
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Onboarding Sprint A structured two-week sprint to get your executive embedded, briefed, and operating.
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Monthly Execution Ongoing retainer engagement with clear OKRs, weekly updates, and board-ready reporting.
Common questions

Fractional COO — FAQ

When do I need a Fractional COO?

When you're growing faster than your operations can handle, when the CEO is spending too much time on internal issues, when teams aren't aligned, or when you're preparing to scale significantly.

What does a COO do that the CEO shouldn't be doing?

The COO translates vision into execution. While the CEO focuses on strategy and external relationships, the COO runs the business day-to-day — managing team performance, cross-functional projects, and internal decision-making.

How do you measure operational success?

Through OKRs, process efficiency metrics, team velocity, and ultimately — revenue per headcount and EBITDA improvement. We set baseline metrics in week one.

How much does a Fractional COO cost?

Typically $3,500–$12,000/month depending on engagement depth — compared to $250,000–$500,000 for a full-time Chief Operating Officer. Most clients see ROI within the first 60 days. View our pricing tiers →

What is the minimum engagement length?

We recommend a minimum of 3 months to see measurable impact. Most clients stay 12–24 months. There are no long-term lock-ins — we earn your business every month.

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