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    Strategic Marketing Leadership

    Last updated: February 2026

    Fractional CMO Services

    Get the strategic marketing leadership your business needs—without the $300K+ salary. Executive thinking. Tactical action. Real results.

    What is a Fractional CMO?

    A Fractional Chief Marketing Officer is an experienced marketing executive who works with your company on a part-time or contract basis. You get C-suite strategic thinking and leadership without the full-time executive salary, benefits, and overhead.

    Cost Savings

    Get CMO-level expertise at a fraction of the cost of a full-time hire

    Deep Expertise

    25+ years of marketing experience across multiple industries

    Flexibility

    Scale engagement up or down based on your current needs

    Accountability

    Clear KPIs and measurable results, not just advice

    Who Is This For?

    Startups ready to scale but lacking marketing leadership
    Growing businesses that have outgrown DIY marketing
    Companies with scattered marketing efforts that need cohesion
    Businesses in transition (new markets, pivots, acquisitions)
    Teams with marketing staff but no strategic direction
    Founders wearing too many hats who need to delegate marketing

    What We Deliver

    Comprehensive marketing leadership tailored to your business goals

    Strategy & Roadmap

    Clear 90-day and annual marketing plans aligned with your business objectives

    Demand Generation

    SEO, PPC, content marketing, paid ads, and lead generation campaigns

    Marketing Oversight

    Team leadership, vendor management, and campaign optimization

    Execution Support

    Hands-on implementation when needed, leveraging our full-service capabilities

    Reporting & KPIs

    Dashboards, attribution tracking, and regular performance reviews

    Leadership Advisory

    Strategic counsel for founders and executive teams

    Engagement Models

    Flexible packages designed to match your current stage and goals

    Starter

    Strategy Guidance

    8–10 hrs/month

    • Monthly strategy sessions
    • Marketing audit & assessment
    • Goal setting & KPI definition
    • Quarterly roadmap planning
    • Email/Slack support

    Ideal for businesses needing strategic direction

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    Most Popular

    Growth

    Strategy + Oversight

    10–20 hrs/week

    • Everything in Starter
    • Weekly team meetings
    • Campaign oversight & optimization
    • Vendor/agency management
    • Performance reporting
    • Budget allocation guidance

    Ideal for scaling businesses with existing marketing teams

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    Scale

    Full Partnership

    20+ hrs/week

    • Everything in Growth
    • Hands-on execution support
    • Full analytics & attribution
    • Leadership advisory calls
    • Hiring & team building support
    • Board/investor reporting

    Ideal for high-growth companies ready to scale aggressively

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    Why Choose HEARD Marketing?

    Full-Service Capabilities

    Unlike solo consultants, we have an entire agency behind us—SEO, PPC, web, social, content, and more.

    Proven Track Record

    350+ happy clients across healthcare, legal, home services, and professional services.

    Data-Driven Approach

    Every decision backed by data. Every campaign measured. Every dollar accountable.

    Executive + Tactical

    We think like executives but execute like operators. Strategy that gets implemented, not shelved.

    Our Process

    Discovery

    Deep dive into your business, goals, challenges, and competitive landscape

    Strategy

    Custom marketing roadmap aligned with your growth objectives

    Execution

    Implementation oversight or hands-on support across all channels

    Reporting

    Clear KPIs, dashboards, and regular performance reviews

    Optimization

    Continuous improvement based on data and market feedback

    Client Results

    Healthcare

    Increased patient bookings by 45% in 6 months through strategic marketing overhaul

    Professional Services

    Reduced cost per lead by 60% while doubling qualified lead volume

    Home Services

    Grew from $2M to $5M revenue with cohesive multi-channel marketing strategy

    *Results vary based on market, competition, and starting point.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a fractional CMO?

    A fractional CMO for local service business is a part-time Chief Marketing Officer who provides executive-level marketing strategy and leadership without the $300K+ salary. Think of it as an outsourced marketing director who becomes part of your team—attending meetings, making decisions, and being accountable for results.

    How is a fractional CMO different from hiring an agency?

    An agency executes specific tactics (SEO, ads, etc.), while a fractional CMO provides strategic leadership—setting the overall direction, managing vendors, aligning all marketing with business goals, and ensuring every effort works together. It's the difference between a marketing strategy for local business and scattered tactics.

    How many hours per month do I get?

    Our engagement models range from 8-10 hours/month (strategic guidance) to 20+ hours/month (full marketing leadership). We recommend the right level based on your business size, team structure, and growth goals. Hours are flexible and can be adjusted monthly.

    What does a fractional CMO actually do?

    A fractional CMO develops your marketing strategy, sets KPIs, oversees campaigns, manages vendors and agencies, leads your marketing team, provides executive reporting, and ensures every marketing dollar drives measurable results. It's the digital marketing consultant for small business role elevated to the C-suite.

    Is this right for my business size?

    Fractional CMO services are ideal for businesses doing $500K-$10M in revenue who need strategic marketing leadership but can't justify a full-time CMO salary. If you're a founder wearing too many hats, have a marketing team that needs direction, or are scaling quickly—this is for you.

    Can I scale up or down?

    Yes, our engagements are completely flexible. You can start with our Starter package and scale to Growth or Scale as your needs evolve. Hours can be adjusted monthly—no long-term lock-in required.

    Ready for Strategic Marketing Leadership?

    Let's discuss how a Fractional CMO can accelerate your growth. Book a free strategy call to explore the possibilities.

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    30-minute call
    No obligation
    Custom quote included

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    Call (303) 344-8100

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