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Fractional CMO in Boston and Massachusetts Senior Marketing Leadership for Growing Companies

Boston and the rest of Massachusetts are full of fast-growing companies in biotech, healthtech, software, robotics and education. A lot of them hit the same wall: they need senior marketing leadership before they can justify a full-time CMO. As your fractional CMO, I bring executive-level strategy and hands-on execution so you can keep growing without making that hire yet.

Why Choose a Fractional CMO in Boston?

Hiring a Fractional CMO allows Boston companies to gain access to CMO-level expertise without the commitment of a full-time position. I provide the leadership and strategy needed to drive growth, guiding your marketing efforts to align with your business goals in one of the most competitive markets in the U.S.

Guided HealthJoy from a startup to a $500 million valuation.

Scaled Adknowledge from $20 million to $200 million in revenue.

Led marketing for the 17th largest website in the world.

What You Get with a Fractional CMO Boston Partnership

01

Comprehensive Marketing Strategy:

A personalized plan that aligns with your business objectives and is built to compete in Boston’s crowded categories.

02

Hands-On Execution:

I’m not just offering advice. I roll up my sleeves and actively work with your team to implement, refine, and execute marketing strategies.

03

Leadership & Mentorship:

I provide leadership for your internal team, helping them raise their performance and grow their skills.

04

Access to Top-Tier Talent:

Tap into my network of high-caliber marketing professionals and specialists to enhance your marketing efforts.

05

Performance Optimization:

 I constantly monitor and tweak your marketing strategies to ensure they remain effective and adaptive to the Boston market.

How a Fractional CMO in Boston Can Accelerate Your Business Growth

Boston’s market is diverse, from biotech to startups and education, and requires a tailored approach to succeed. As a Fractional CMO for companies in Boston, I combine strategy with hands-on execution to ensure your marketing not only fits the local landscape but also stands out.

Boston-Focused Marketing Leadership

  • Growth Playbooks: I apply custom growth strategies designed to give your business the traction it needs in Boston’s unique market.
  • Brand Positioning: I help position your brand to stand out in Boston’s competitive industries.
  • Direct Leadership: With years of experience leading marketing teams and executing high-growth strategies, I guide your marketing efforts from strategy through execution.

Why Work with Me?

  • Proven Success: I’ve helped companies grow from startups to nine-figure valuations and have led high-performing marketing teams across various sectors.
  • Boston Market Knowledge: I understand the challenges and opportunities in Boston, from tech and innovation to education and health industries.
  • Startup Expertise: I specialize in startups and small to midsize businesses, with a deep understanding of the hurdles you face in scaling and growing in a competitive environment.

Strategic Advisory Services for Boston Businesses

Beyond my Fractional CMO services, I also offer Strategic Advisory for Boston-based companies. This service is perfect for businesses seeking expert guidance at a high level but without the need for ongoing execution. Whether you’re refining your marketing strategy or planning a new product launch, I provide the insights you need to succeed.

What You Get with My Strategic Advisory Service

  • Weekly Strategy Meetings: Regular check-ins to align your marketing with your business goals and industry trends.
  • On-Demand Access: Reach out via Slack or email with questions, and I’ll respond quickly, often within the same day.
  • Extended Network: Leverage my network of Boston-based and national marketing professionals, suppliers, and service providers.
  • Custom Reporting: I provide customized KPI reports to track the progress of your marketing initiatives and identify areas for improvement.

What’s Not Included

  • Day-to-day management of your marketing team
  • Execution of marketing campaigns
  • Project management of marketing initiatives
  • Content creation or design work

Who Should Consider These Services?

  • Boston startups needing high-level marketing strategy and guidance.
  • Small and mid-sized companies looking to revamp or modernize their marketing efforts.
  • Scale-ups preparing for the next phase of growth or market expansion in Boston.
  • Businesses launching new products or entering competitive markets.
  • Companies facing significant marketing challenges or needing a fresh perspective.

Fractional CMO in Massachusetts: common questions

New to the model? Start with what a fractional CMO is and how the role works.

Most US fractional CMO retainers run roughly $4,000 to $20,000 a month depending on time and seniority, and Boston sits in the same range. I break down the pricing models in my fractional CMO cost guide.

No. I work remotely with companies across Massachusetts and the rest of the US. The work happens in working sessions, shared channels and the numbers, so the office location rarely matters.

Startups and small to midsize companies, especially in healthtech, insurtech, fintech and energy, plus B2B companies that need a senior marketing lead before they can justify a full-time CMO.

Fractional CMO work includes leading your team and owning execution. Strategic advisory is weekly strategy sessions and on-demand guidance, without day-to-day team management or campaign execution.

Ready to Work with a Fractional CMO in Boston?


If your business is ready for a partner who can bring CMO-level expertise without the full-time commitment, I’m here to help. As a Fractional CMO for companies in Boston, I bring proven leadership, strategic insight, and hands-on execution to get your marketing efforts where they need to be.

Companies I’ve led and advised

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Advisory Plus

Weekly 60-minute call, same-day Slack answers, and a monthly deep review of a launch, deck or agency proposal.

$3,500/mo
1-year term, cancelable after 3 months
  • Weekly 60-minute strategy call
  • Same-day Slack and email answers
  • Monthly deep review of a launch, deck or proposal
  • My frameworks and supplier network
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Marketing Advisory

Weekly 60-minute strategy call, my frameworks, and same-day answers between calls.

$2,500/mo
1-year term, cancelable after 3 months
  • Weekly 60-minute strategy call
  • Same-day answers between calls
  • Scheduled assignments with set due dates
  • Access to my vetted supplier network
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$0→$M

HealthJoyARR as founding team member and CMO. Valued at $500M.

$20M→$M

Adknowledgerevenue while I ran go-to-market.

$4M→$M

Adiantrevenue, built on content syndication.

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