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Fractional CPO

Expert product leadership on-demand for immediate impact. Get C-level product strategy and execution without the full-time commitment.

What is a Fractional CPO?

A Fractional Chief Product Officer provides strategic product leadership on a part-time or project basis. You get the expertise of a seasoned CPO without the cost and commitment of a full-time executive hire.

Perfect for companies that need high-level product strategy but aren't ready for or don't need a full-time CPO. Get the guidance you need, when you need it.

  • Flexible Engagement: Part-time, project-based, or ongoing retainer
  • Immediate Impact: Hit the ground running with experienced leadership
  • Cost Effective: 60-70% less than a full-time CPO salary

Strategic Leadership

Define product vision and roadmap aligned with business goals

Team Development

Build and mentor high-performing product teams

Growth Strategy

Drive product-led growth and market expansion

Execution Excellence

Implement frameworks, processes, and best practices

When You Need a Fractional CPO

Whether you're scaling, pivoting, or building from scratch, a Fractional CPO provides the strategic guidance you need

1

Scaling Product Team

You're growing fast and need experienced leadership to build processes, frameworks, and team structure that scales.

2

Product-Market Fit

You need strategic guidance to find PMF, define your ICP, and build a roadmap that delivers value.

3

Gap Coverage

Your CPO left or you're searching for the right hire. Get immediate coverage while you find the perfect fit.

4

Strategic Initiative

You're launching a new product line, entering new markets, or pivoting strategy and need expert guidance.

5

Cost Optimization

You need C-level product expertise but can't justify or afford a $250K+ full-time CPO salary.

6

Second Opinion

You have a product team but need an external perspective, validation, or strategic counsel.

How It Works

Simple, flexible engagement designed to deliver immediate value

1

Discovery Call (30 min)

We understand your challenges, goals, and current product situation. No sales pitch, just strategic conversation.

2

Assessment & Proposal (1 week)

We evaluate your product, team, and market. You receive a detailed proposal with scope, timeline, and pricing.

3

Engagement Kickoff (Week 1)

We hit the ground running: stakeholder interviews, roadmap review, team assessment, quick wins identification.

4

Execution & Delivery (Ongoing)

Weekly sync, strategic planning, team mentoring, roadmap refinement. You get consistent leadership and measurable progress.

Flexible Pricing Models

Choose the engagement model that fits your needs and budget

Project-Based

$15K-35K

Per project (4-12 weeks)

  • Specific deliverables
  • Fixed scope & timeline
  • Strategy or roadmap
Popular

Monthly Retainer

$10K-20K

Per month (3-6 month minimum)

  • Ongoing leadership
  • Weekly involvement
  • Strategic + execution

Equity + Cash

Custom

Negotiable structure

  • Lower cash component
  • Equity participation
  • Long-term alignment

Compare to full-time CPO: $200K-350K salary + benefits + equity = $300K-500K total annual cost

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