Fractional CMOs
142 fractional CMOs listed
River M (MBA)
Fractional CMO for industrial companies | B2B growth from Series A to scale
$400 - $650/hr
$8,000 - $20,000/mo
$8,000 - $20,000/mo
Sandro Lonardi
Fractional CMO for SaaS companies. 16 years building growth engines, from first marketing hire to 100M users.
$350 - $450/hr
$6,000 - $12,000/mo
$6,000 - $12,000/mo
Zach Paul
Fractional CMO for DTC Brands | Helping SMBs Automate Costly Workflows with AI
Previously at zp/dtc, biz-aide.ai, CrabPlace.com
Landon Shaw II
Growth Operator (fCMO) | Scaled multiple brands to INC 500 | Co-founded agency behind two INC #1s | 10+ years in acquisition, retention, conversion, marketing ops
Previously at Self-employed, Sweat Pants Agency, CULTR Marketing
Louis Monoyudis
Chief Marketing Officer, Keynote Speaker | Ex-Leo Burnett & Calvin Klein | Digital Marketing • E-Commerce • Brand Strategy | Luxury Travel Business Owner
Previously at Artware Editions, Fora Travel, Louis Speaks
Evan Padgett
Ex-Techstyle / Ex-Thrive Market / Leader - Integrator - Solutions Architect - Over $1B in Managed Media - Former Digital Agency Operator
Previously at Performance Kitchen Food Is Medicine, Woodmill, PIQED
Brion Roberto
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer / Consultant at Sage Impact
David Lacombe
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Imperatives Delivered
Jarrett Bockler
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, Brand Strategist, Marketing Consultant, & Writer at J Bockler Industries, Llc
Amisha Mulji
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at 5ft View Consulting, Llc
Ilene Rosenthal
Fractional Chief Marketing Officer / Chief Executive Officer White Space Marketing Group at White Space Marketing Group
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
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.