Fractional CMOs for B2B SaaS
60 fractional CMOs listed
Gabrielle Dalvet
Go-to-market strategy & thought leadership | Fractional CMO for pre-revenue to Series A
$300 - $450/hr
$5,000 - $20,000/mo
$5,000 - $20,000/mo
Brett Schklar
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Sage Hcm
Brie Wolfson
Chief Marketing Officer at Positive Sum
Alex Samano
Co-founder Chief Technology Officer / Chief Marketing Officer at Legal Shelf
Stijn Hendrikse
Chief Marketing Officer at Loyalty Juggernaut
Brian Goldfarb
Chief Marketing Officer at Solarwinds
Geoff Blaine
Chief Marketing Officer (cmo) & Senior Vice President Corporate Communication at Jitterbit
Hideo Esaka
Chief Marketing Officer at Solera Holdings, Llc.
Arik Flanders
Chief Marketing Officer at Tyler Technologies
Adam Rappoport
Chief Marketing Officer at Mainfactor
Jacqui Chew
Chief Marketing Officer at F&i Sentinel
Taylor Gould
Chief Marketing Officer at Granum
John Rote
Chief Marketing Officer at Evident
Titania Jordan
Chief Marketing Officer at Bark
Susan Towers
Fractional Strategic Marketer for B2B SaaS, Industrial Manufacturing & IT Services | Go-to-market & demand generation
Mindy Anderson
Fractional CMO for B2B Professional Services | Go-to-market & brand positioning
Yaniv Goldenberg
Fractional CMO & Head of Growth | B2B/B2C SaaS, DTC & Ecommerce | Built growth from $0 to $100M+ ARR
$220 - $3,000/hr
$5,000 - $15,000/mo
$5,000 - $15,000/mo
Melinda Babin
Fractional CMO for regulated B2B SaaS, fintech, and compliance-heavy markets
$250 - $500/hr
$5,000 - $15,000/mo
$5,000 - $15,000/mo
Michael Beaton
Fractional CMO for B2B & healthcare startups | Go-to-market & positioning
From $200/hr
From $5,000/mo
From $5,000/mo
Alissa Long
Fractional CMO for B2B SaaS & FinTech | Demand Gen, Enterprise ABM & Marketing Operations | Built 3 Functions from Zero
$7,500 - $15,000/mo
$7,500 - $15,000/mo
How to Choose the Right Fractional CMO
Hiring a fractional CMO is a strategic decision, not a vendor selection. The right fractional Chief Marketing Officer becomes part of your leadership team — they set marketing direction, build your growth engine, and hold your marketing function accountable to revenue outcomes.
Start by defining the gap. If your marketing feels disconnected — money going to ads, content, and events without a clear strategy tying them together — a fractional CMO can diagnose the problem and build a cohesive plan. If your internal team has talent but lacks senior direction, a fractional CMO provides the mentorship and strategic leadership they need to perform.
Industry experience matters. A CMO who has scaled B2B SaaS companies will approach go-to-market differently than one from consumer packaged goods. Use the filters above to find CMOs with direct experience in your vertical. Company stage matters equally — a startup preparing for Series A needs a different playbook than an established business optimizing for profitability.
Evaluate based on outcomes, not credentials. Every profile on RankedCMO includes structured client reviews that capture what the CMO actually did, the measurable results they delivered, and whether the client would hire them again.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the right fractional CMO for my company?▾
Filter by three things: (1) industry — match a CMO whose past experience overlaps your vertical; (2) company stage — pre-seed needs different help than Series B; (3) budget — both monthly retainer and hourly rate. Read the reviews carefully — RankedCMO reviews are structured across strategy, execution, communication, and ROI, so you can see exactly what past clients valued. Shortlist 3–5 candidates and run interviews + a paid working session before signing.
How much does a fractional CMO on RankedCMO cost?▾
Fractional CMOs in our directory typically charge $5,000–$15,000 per month on retainer for 10–20 hours per week, or $200–$500 per hour for advisory work. Senior fractional CMOs with multiple successful exits or specialized industry expertise charge $15,000–$25,000+ per month. See our complete fractional CMO cost guide for industry-specific pricing benchmarks.
Do you charge a fee or take commission?▾
No. RankedCMO is free for buyers. We don't take a commission on engagements, we don't add platform markup, and we don't charge recruiter fees. You contact CMOs directly through the directory and negotiate the engagement with them — we're not in the middle.
Are the reviews on RankedCMO verified?▾
Yes. Reviews come from past clients of each fractional CMO and are structured across four dimensions: strategy, execution, communication, and ROI. Reviewers identify themselves and their company so prospective buyers can assess credibility. We don't accept anonymous or solicited reviews. See our methodology for how rankings and reviews work.
What's the difference between a fractional CMO and a marketing agency?▾
A fractional CMO owns marketing strategy and acts as senior leadership inside your company — they decide what should be done and why. A marketing agency executes specific tactics on your behalf — they do the work after the strategy is set. Many companies use both: fractional CMO sets strategy and hires/manages agencies to execute. See our full fractional CMO vs. marketing agency comparison.
Can I find fractional CMOs by city or location on RankedCMO?▾
Yes. Use the location filter to find fractional CMOs in San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Austin, Boston, Denver, Seattle, Atlanta, Miami, and other major U.S. metros. Most fractional CMOs work remotely with national clients, but city filter helps if you want in-person availability or local market expertise.