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Finding your Expert
Find talented tech leaders to help your startup scale. Our platform connects you with fractional tech leaders who optimize systems, unlock efficiencies, and support long-term growth.
Share your challenges
Tell us all about your startup and your growth ambitions. We will help you find fractional IT and technology experts that will accelerate your growth.
Match with talent
Explore curated matches, book intro calls and start connecting with tech experts who will help you achieve or exceed your goals.
Scale risk free
Hire your next fractional expert from our vetted network of talented CIOs to overcome your biggest technological roadblocks and accelerate your growth. We offer pro bono and paid placement options based on your requirements.
Why hire a fractional CIO?
What can a fractional CIO do for your startup?
The right fractional CIO can provide executive-level technology and IT leadership that makes a genuine impact. They equip scaling startups with clear IT roadmaps, cybersecurity infrastructures, and digital transformation strategies that drive sustainable growth backed by data-driven insights and real world experience.
What are the benefits of hiring a fractional CIO?
A fractional CIO provides the knowledge and expertise required to guide your startup to success. Connect with IT and technology leadership that will get you where you need to be without the financial commitments of a full-time employee. Hire fractional CIOs flexibly for a digital transformation strategy that scales with you.
When should you consider hiring a fractional CIO?
If your startup is outgrowing its current IT infrastructure or technology strategy, it might be a sign that you need senior support. A fractional CIO can provide expert guidance and leadership to ensure your systems scale with you, without the commitment of hiring a full-time exec.
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between an interim and fractional CIO?
An interim CIO works full-time with startups or organizations on a short-term basis to bridge the gap between permanent hires.
Whereas a fractional CIO is hired on a part-time contract, typically for an extended or indefinite period, to provide comprehensive strategic IT support, consultancy, and leadership.
Should we hire a fractional or full-time CIO?
It depends on what level of support your business needs.
If you’re a startup or scaleup looking for executive-level IT and technology guidance without a long-term commitment, hiring a fractional CIO is a wise decision. If you're more established and need IT leadership day-in-day-out, you might want to consider hiring full-time.
Fractional CIO services are especially beneficial if you’re working towards specific tech-centric goals or ambitions and don’t have the budget or need to commit to a full-time hire.
With a fractional specialist, you’ll benefit from flexibility, minimal commitment, and maximum strategic expertise.
What costs are associated with joining the platform?
Connectd is free to join for startups. The only requirement is to complete an onboarding call with a member of our team to get full access to the platform.
After creating an account during your onboarding call, you’ll have instant access to our network of experts. You can filter talent by role, industry, skill set, location, and compensation expectations to help you find the best people for your business.
How do I find experts on the platform?
There are three core on-platform features which enable you to connect with talent: job postings, expert search and AI recommendations. Our global events also provide opportunities to build relationships with experts.
Where do you operate geographically?
Our members are located across 40+ countries, with strong representation in the US and UK. This enables you to access global expertise and cross-border collaboration, working with experts remotely if required.
