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For operators · Cohort 1

Stop chasing leads.
Start closing retainers.

The vetted directory for top fractional executives. Zero platform fees, hand-curated matching, and founders who arrive with real budgets — not a marketplace that treats you like a commodity.

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39 of 50 founding seats remaining · no upfront fees, ever.

The terms

Platform fee
0%
Typical retainer
$8k–$25k / mo
Review time
A few days
Cohort 1
39 of 50 left

Indicative ranges — you set your own rate and negotiate directly with the founder; we never touch the invoice.

Why operators choose us

Other platforms take a cut. We built something different.

Fees
Most marketplaces — Often 15–30% of each engagement
FractionalLeader — 0% — you keep 100% of your rate
Matching
Most marketplaces — Algorithms, so inbound is mostly spam
FractionalLeader — By hand, by a named founder
Lead quality
Most marketplaces — Whatever clears the funnel
FractionalLeader — Serious founders with real budgets
Your status
Most marketplaces — A commodity in a crowded market
FractionalLeader — A small, vetted network

Who we’re looking for

Operators, not career consultants.

01

Former C-suite or VP

You’ve held the title at a company that scaled ($1M → $20M+, or exited). You know what “good” looks like because you’ve built it.
02

A modern stack

You don’t just manage — you build. Modern tools, AI-assisted workflows, and a bias toward shipping.
03

Outcome-focused

You sell outcomes — “audit ready,” “Series A closed,” “team hired” — not hours on a timesheet.

How to apply

A rigorous process, but a fast one.

01

Quick application

An 8-minute profile with your experience, wins, and rates.
02

Verification

We verify your LinkedIn and background against your track record.
03

Founder review

Scott Foster personally reviews every application — no algorithm.
04

Welcome aboard

Approval, plus immediate access to the founder network.
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We aim to decide within a few days

Your profile stays private

Your detailed information stays confidential until you approve a specific match. We never share your profile without your consent — you decide who sees what, and when.

Questions

Everything you need before applying

No. Zero. Ever. Other platforms often take 15–30% — we take nothing. Your rate is your rate. You negotiate directly with founders and keep 100% of your earnings.

Cohort 1

Join the founding cohort.

Zero platform fees. Hand-curated matching. Quality leads only. If you meet the bar, expect to hear from us within a few days.

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39 of 50 founding seats remaining · applications close when the cohort is full.

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