Your trusted partner in hiring a top fractional COO
Welcome to MetaExperts. We have been industry leaders for over 20 years providing top-tier fractional COOs to businesses struggling with leadership gaps and critical transitions. Our experts have extensive leadership experience and are skilled in operational excellence methods across various industries allowing them to drive results fast. Contact us today to discuss your needs and learn how working with MetaExperts ensures you get flexible, high-impact leadership when you need it most.
Our experienced fractional COOs can solve your most difficult operational headaches fast.
MetaExperts’ talent pool specializes in helping businesses succeed in digital transformation by focusing on agility, innovation, and technological adoption.
MetaExperts has helped me in several areas over the years when I needed an extra hand to get a project done…Enterprise project leadership and management, sales, inventory and operations planning, relocating and consolidating facilities, and leading lean improvement initiatives. They live up to their promise... ”Interim Top Talent to Get it Done. Fast.”
– Bob Flynn - CEO (retired), Deflecto
Our fractional COOs are located worldwide and are often available to work with just a few days’ notice.
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How to Get Started with a MetaExpert
Engaging a reliable MetaExpert takes no time at all. You can easily find the right MetaExpert to meet your unique needs by taking the following three steps:
We align your situation with one or more highly skilled MetaExperts
We aim to pair you with the right experts from the start, using our 47+ Client Alignment Process to pinpoint your organization’s requirements for success, your company culture, the skill level you need, and budget considerations.
We select the right MetaExpert candidate from a database of more than 1100+ thoroughly vetted international experts.
Our MetaExperts undergo the same “300+ Screening and Evaluation” process, which ensures you get the skills you require. Only the best become MetaExperts. During the screening and evaluation process, we assess skills based on proven examples, conduct a thorough work history review, and make sure experts have the necessary educational credentials.
We deploy MetaExperts in a matter of days to give you the best solution when you need it.
When a MetaExpert becomes a part of your organization, you’ll benefit from a team of Master MetaExperts and Transformation Architects who have ample experience in a wide range of industries. In the process, you’ll get the solutions you need as soon as you need them.
By taking these steps, you’ll be able to connect with the MetaExpert that’s just right for you, based on your organization’s specific requirements. Each expert will provide you with the skills you need for your unique situation as they work to get results fast.
Whether your business is navigating transitions, accelerating growth, or addressing leadership gaps, bringing on a fractional COO can deliver measurable results with speed and precision, and keep the organization competitive. Finding the right talent to fit your needs doesn’t need to be a long, costly headache. Here’s how MetaExperts can help.
We categorize our fractional COOs into four levels, depending on expertise and experience. From analyst to architect, we’ll match the right talent with your specific operational needs.
Architect
Transformation Architects bring more than 20 years of experience, specific skills, industry knowledge, and understanding of the “C suite” challenges of solving difficult organizational problems. They achieve this by leveraging their vast experiences and top facilitator skills.
These highly skilled experts are the best choice when you need to solve the most challenging business problems. They're also ideal when you require the ability to formulate an enterprise-level strategy and connect it to the best tactical actions. You can expect a 10 to 1 (or higher) return on your investment with this type of expert.
Master
Master Experts are top talent with over 10 years of experience, along with a deep knowledge of technical skills and your industry. Because of this unparalleled expertise and experience, these experts can quickly solve your operational excellence problems.
These exceptionally skilled individuals are absolutely qualified to handle a variety of organizational problems, such as putting troubled programs back on track, leading large teams in transformation efforts, and providing “masters-level” analysis and mentoring for improvement projects.
When failure is not an option and you need experts who have “been there, done that” many times in their careers, these experienced professionals are in their element.
Expert
These best-in-class Experts have 5 to 10 years of practical experience backing them, along with the skills needed to step in overnight as part of your team. When you don't require another consultant, and you just need to "Get It Done NOW" with 'arms and legs' on tactical initiatives, the Expert Level is optimal.
Experts roll up their sleeves and dig into the heavy lifting of analysis and implementation of the block-and-tackle tasks to get results quickly. If your budget is a primary consideration, the Expert is a great choice.
Analyst
The MetaExperts™ Analyst has worked in a variety of positions with one or more years of experience in operational excellence as a greenbelt or equivalent ranking. In addition, the Analyst will bring a solid academic background and years of experience to provide you with the support you need.
Analysts are great when you need support with “boots on the ground” for block and tackle analysis. They're also ideal if you need documentation at the point of attack at the lowest rates. They have excellent skills in creating and analyzing value stream maps, developing documentation, creating standard work, conducting procedures, editing, and formatting.
A fractional COO is a senior-level operations leader who works on a part-time or project basis to optimize business operations and drive efficiency.
2. What are the benefits of hiring a fractional COO?
Hiring a fractional COO brings several key benefits including specialized expertise, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, focus, fresh perspectives, and immediate impact without long-term commitments.
3. How do you find a fractional COO?
You can find fractional COOs through firms like MetaExperts, that match businesses with vetted, experienced professionals ready to take on operational and leadership challenges. Another option is sourcing through professional networks like LinkedIn or staffing firms that specialize in operational roles.
4. How long does it take to hire a fractional COO?
Through MetaExperts, vetted specialists like fractional COOs can often be available to start within a few days. Depending on the recruitment process, independently sourced candidates may take several weeks to hire.
5. What are the key skills needed by a fractional COO?
Key skills include operational expertise, strategic planning, change management, leadership and communication, problem-solving, crisis management, and more. Working with MetaExperts offers access to these skills and more to ensure success with your organization.
6. How is a fractional COO compensated?
Fractional COOs typically charge higher daily or hourly rates due to the flexibility and short-term nature of their engagements, ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 per day. For long-term or part-time contracts, monthly retainer fees may apply, often ranging from $10,000 to $30,000. Costs will vary based on the COO’s experience, industry knowledge, and the scope of the organization’s operational needs.
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Our team of fractional COOs is ready to take on your toughest challenges—get started today.Our team of fractional COOs is ready to take on your toughest challenges—get started today.
MetaExperts covers key roles like CIOs, CTOs, COOs, and industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services in their operational and leadership efforts.
Functional Roles
Interim Director Interim COO Interim Manager Fractional Executives Fractional COO Digital Transformation Specialist Operational Excellence Manager Organizational Development Consulting
Industries
Automotive Aerospace and Defense Business Services Construction Financial Services Government Healthcare Information Services Logistics
Manufacturing Oil and Gas Pharmaceuticals Private Equity Renewable Energy Retail Supply Chain Telecommunications
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