Business consulting with a different approach
HoundDogDev offers fractional leadership services to give startups and growing businesses access to experienced executives without the full-time overhead. Our fractional CTOs, CMOs, and COOs bring deep expertise in tech development, growth strategy, operations, and digital transformation—delivering executive-level impact on a flexible, scalable basis. Whether launching a product, optimizing infrastructure, or leading a marketing overhaul, HoundDogDev’s leadership integrates seamlessly with your team to drive results, improve efficiency, and accelerate success.
Dedicated to excellence in service
Fractional leaders are senior executives who join your team part-time or on-demand, bringing the same strategic firepower as a full-time hire—without the long-term commitment.
roles offered:
COO – Process Optimization & Operations Scaling
CTO – Tech Infrastructure & Product Roadmaps
CMO – Scalable Marketing & Growth Strategy
Who is Fractional Leadership Ideal for?
Startups needing executive guidance
SMEs scaling quickly
Enterprises launching new initiatives
Agencies needing strategic oversight
Key Benefits
See our Focus Below
Business Audits
We perform a deep-dive audit of your existing strategies, workflows, and systems to uncover bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities. This clarity becomes the foundation for strategic improvements and future growth planning.
Organizational Support
Get introduced to your dedicated fractional leader and the HoundDogDev support team. We carefully match you with a seasoned expert who understands your industry, speaks your language, and can plug in quickly to lead initiatives and deliver measurable results.
Consulting
Based on audit findings and business goals, we develop a custom strategic roadmap that outlines key priorities, timelines, resource allocation, and success metrics. This actionable plan aligns leadership focus with your team’s daily execution.
CMO
The CMO is responsible for overseeing all marketing efforts, including branding, customer acquisition, digital campaigns, product positioning, and market research. Their focus is on driving growth through strategic marketing initiatives that align with business goals.
COO
The COO manages the company’s day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient processes, team performance, and operational scalability. They translate strategic goals into execution and often oversee departments like HR, logistics, and internal systems.
CTO
The CTO leads the technology strategy, product architecture, and innovation efforts. They oversee software development, infrastructure, security, and emerging tech—ensuring the company’s tech stack supports its current and future needs.
Process of Hiring a Fractional Leader
Book a Consultation
Start with a free consultation to discuss your challenges, goals, and growth potential. We’ll identify where fractional leadership can deliver immediate value and tailor our approach to fit your business stage, budget, and strategic needs.
Choose a Plan
Select from flexible engagement plans designed to scale with your needs—from short-term advisory to ongoing executive leadership. Whether you need a Fractional CTO, CMO, or COO, we offer part-time, project-based, or retainer options that align with your operational pace and budget.
Meet the Team Member
Get introduced to your dedicated fractional leader and the HoundDogDev support team. We carefully match you with a seasoned expert who understands your industry, speaks your language, and can plug in quickly to lead initiatives and deliver measurable results.
Audit Current Processes
We perform a deep-dive audit of your existing strategies, workflows, and systems to uncover bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities. This clarity becomes the foundation for strategic improvements and future growth planning.
Build a Roadmap
Based on audit findings and business goals, we develop a custom strategic roadmap that outlines key priorities, timelines, resource allocation, and success metrics. This actionable plan aligns leadership focus with your team’s daily execution.
Follow the Plan
Your fractional leader integrates into your organization to guide execution, manage teams, and keep projects aligned with the roadmap. We provide hands-on support while maintaining full transparency and accountability.
Evaluate Effectiveness/Realign
We continuously monitor performance, analyze KPIs, and adjust strategies as needed. Regular review sessions ensure we stay aligned with your evolving goals—and deliver lasting ROI through actionable leadership.
“… Started a new Saas company, on a low budget, Hired a Fractional CMO to bring in more clients, within one month we had to hire more sales reps…”
CEO, Founder