welcoming new fractional leaders to solace: operators with serious scale-up experience
At solace, we continue to strengthen our network with experienced, execution-driven leaders who know how to guide startups and scale-ups through growth, complexity, and transformation. This past week, we onboarded several new fractional executives whose diverse backgrounds span SaaS, communications, operations, innovation, and revenue leadership.
These aren't career consultants. They're battle-tested operators who have scaled companies, led teams through acquisition, and built systems that last.
Here’s a closer look at the calibre of latest talent available through solace.
fractional COO: scale, systems, and team-building
One of our newest fractional COOs spent more than two decades scaling a SaaS company from startup to acquisition by Constellation Software. She built the business from the ground up, leading hiring, HR systems, sales engine growth, customer success, and ultimately preparing the business for a successful exit.
She’s known for her ability to:
Lead operations with clarity and empathy
Optimize team structure and retention (92% retention over 20 years)
Build repeatable processes for scale
Align people, product, and strategy
fractional CRO: global expansion and revenue systems
Another recent onboard is a seasoned Chief Revenue Officer who founded and scaled a SaaS financing platform across North America and Europe. He’s led channel development, international sales strategy, and partnered with major tech resellers across 15+ countries.
His sweet spot:
B2B SaaS and partner-led growth
North American go-to-market expansion
Structuring high-impact sales and channel programs
fractional CMO: strategic communications for tech and enterprise
We’ve also welcomed a fractional CMO with 20+ years of experience in communications and brand strategy. She led global PR for Virgin Holidays and World Travel Market (50K+ attendees annually), later founding a 15+ person agency serving tech, renewables, manufacturing, and health innovation.
She specializes in:
Aligning marketing with business objectives
Turning tactical chaos into focused strategy
Elevating B2B brands through demand generation and thought leadership
fractional innovation & operations leader: ecosystem design and startup support
With over a decade of experience at Alberta Innovates, this executive led investment frameworks, startup coaching, and regional innovation strategies across Alberta. She oversaw due diligence, guided hundreds of startups, and led a team of 20+ supporting 1,500+ clients annually.
Strengths include:
Structuring innovation programs and coaching frameworks
Scaling early-stage organizations with operational rigor
Translating science and research into investable business models
fractional communications advisor: enterprise strategy with a tech-savvy edge
A new addition to our network also brings deep PR and communications expertise, having advised Fortune 500 alliances teams and B2B clients in SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and professional services.
Expertise:
Developing positioning and narrative strategy
Bridging corporate and technical audiences
Supporting partner teams in go-to-market communications
why fractional is rising — and why solace is different
More companies are turning to fractional leaders because they offer:
Immediate execution and clarity
Senior-level strategy without full-time costs
Deep specialization for specific stages of growth
What makes solace different is our curated approach. We vet each executive for experience, character, and adaptability. Then, we scope engagements that fit their strengths and match them to clients with urgency and alignment.
faq
how do you select fractional talent?
We personally interview and vet each executive based on their past performance, ability to lead through ambiguity, and values alignment. We don’t just take resumes. We get to know the person.
can I hire a fractional exec part-time or for a project?
Yes. We structure engagements ranging from a few hours per week to full-time interim roles. Our flexible model supports early-stage, growth-stage, and transition-phase companies.
which roles can solace help with?
We cover the full C-suite: fractional CFO, COO, CMO, CRO, CTO, CHRO, and CSO. We also support specialist roles in finance, operations, HR, and marketing.
how quickly can a fractional leader start?
Depending on the role and fit, some of our executives can begin as soon as 1-2 weeks from initial scoping.
interested in fractional support for your team?
If you’re navigating growth, change, or complexity and want expert support without long hiring cycles, reach out.
Let’s match you with someone who’s been there before - start here!
