Fractional CMOs for Professional Services
133 fractional CMOs listed
Adam Katz
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer and Ecd at Go Fractional
Destiny Yarbrough
Freelance Fractional Marketing Director at Pattern
Jonathan Levine
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at West & Willow
Rose Lee
Managing Partner, Revenue Growth, Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, Cco at Techcxo
Ben Kessler
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer & Investor at Lane Growth
Joey Ngoy
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer | Brand Vision Strategist Consultant | Immersive Events | Talent & Artist Management at The Future Network
Barbie Koelker
Founder & Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Idigress
Mack Rivkin
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Mack Rivkin Marketing
Jennifer Causey
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, Certified Management Consultant for Businesses That Need to Grow Faster at New Incite
Caroline Hallum
Fractional Marketing Director & Consultant at Creative Action Arts
Joe Bresler
Vice President Marketing, Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, Digital Growth at Rockridge Digital
Ian Hackett
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer & Growth Executive at Hackett Consulting, Llc.
Brian Clevenger
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Shikkosa Lingerie Gmbh
Aigp Kim Jensen Celestre
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Rivaro
Eileen Burke
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer | Marketing Consultant | Brand Strategist | Writer at Burke Consulting
Erin Murray
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Avatara Personal Care, Llc
Natala Menezes
Founder & Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Pruxm.ai
Jeff Thomas
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Cogo.global
Kristin Donelson
Owner, Principal Marketing Consultant | Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Onelouder Marketing
Stephanie Falcon
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Roots Wings Ai
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.