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Hire a Fractional CRO for Partnership Development revenue strategy

Get matched with experienced CROs who specialize in partnership development.

Knex connects you with vetted Fractional CROs — experienced executives who provide revenue growth strategy and sales leadership on a fractional basis. Our experts have deep experience working with financial technology companies, understanding the unique challenges Fintech companies navigate complex regulatory requirements while innovating rapidly. Whether you're at the series a stage or beyond, our fractional executives understand scaling proven models, team growth, and operational infrastructure and what it takes to succeed. Get partnership development expertise from a seasoned CRO who has done it before — without hiring full-time.

Why companies choose this

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Experienced CRO Leadership

Get revenue growth strategy and sales leadership from executives who have led teams at scale. No learning curve — they hit the ground running.

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Flexible Engagement

Engage your Fractional CRO on your terms — equity-based advisory, cash engagements, or both. Scale up or down as needs change.

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Expert Partnership Development

Identify and build strategic partnerships to accelerate growth and market access.

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Fintech Expertise

Work with executives who understand financial technology companies. Fintech companies navigate complex regulatory requirements while innovating rapidly.

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Series A Specialists

Executives who have guided companies through the series a stage and understand scaling proven models, team growth, and operational infrastructure.

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Vetted & Verified

Every Knex executive is thoroughly vetted for experience, track record, and culture fit. You only see the best.

How it works

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Define what you need

Tell Knex where expert guidance could move the needle — revenue growth strategy and sales leadership.

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Get instant matches

See vetted CROs who fit your goals. Each has proven experience, domain expertise, and testimonials vetted by Knex.

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Book a free consult

Meet your top choices right from their profile. If it's not the right fit, you can revisit again anytime.

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Engage with confidence

Simple, transparent equity and cash services for you to choose from. We handle contracting, payments, and compliance.

Why Companies Trust Knex

Every expert on Knex is carefully vetted to ensure you work with proven talent.

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Transparent pricing

You can book services straight from any Knex talent profile.

Free to Get Matched

Browse Fractional CRO profiles and book free consultations. No cost until you decide to engage.

Equity or Cash Engagements

Choose equity advisory ($499 activation) or cash engagements (transparent pricing on each profile).

Knex Handles the Details

We manage contracting, payments, compliance, and engagement logistics so you can focus on building.

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About

At Knex, our mission to empower startups to scale faster by matching them with the right fractional executive at the right time.
Katie Murphy
Katie is the Founder & CEO. With 16 years of experience working with companies ranging from pre-revenue startups to Fortune 50 giants, Katie spent 8 years as a fractional executive before becoming a full-time entrepreneur. She has led exponential growth for startups like BrewDog USA, Singularity University, and ThriveDX, and is recognized as a thought leader on sustainable growth with features on Entrepreneur.com.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about hiring a Fractional CRO for partnership development.

What does a Fractional CRO do?

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A Fractional CRO is an experienced Chief Revenue Officer who works with your company on a part-time or project basis. They provide revenue growth strategy and sales leadership, bringing senior-level expertise without the full-time salary and benefits cost. This model is ideal for companies that need strategic CRO leadership but aren't ready for a full-time hire.

How much does a Fractional CRO cost?

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On Knex, you can engage a Fractional CRO through equity advisory ($499 activation fee) or cash engagements (rates vary by expert, visible on their profile with a 10% platform fee). Many companies start with a free 30-minute consultation to find the right fit.

When should I hire a Fractional CRO?

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Consider a Fractional CRO when you revenue growth has plateaued and you need a new strategy. Common triggers include revenue growth has plateaued and you need a new strategy and sales team underperforming without experienced leadership. A fractional model lets you get started immediately without a lengthy executive search.

What does a partnership development engagement include?

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Identify and build strategic partnerships to accelerate growth and market access. A Knex expert brings frameworks and experience from similar engagements, helping you move faster than building this capability internally. Our CROs are specifically experienced in delivering this type of work.

Do you have CROs with Fintech experience?

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Yes. Knex vets all executives for relevant industry experience. Fintech companies navigate complex regulatory requirements while innovating rapidly. Our Fintech experts understand these dynamics and bring proven playbooks.

Is a fractional executive right for a series a company?

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Absolutely. Product-market fit is validated. Now you need to scale it. A fractional executive lets you access senior leadership for scaling proven models, team growth, and operational infrastructure without the commitment of a full-time hire. Many series a companies on Knex start with an equity advisory engagement to keep costs low.

How does Knex matching work?

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Tell us what you need, and our AI-powered matching engine surfaces the most relevant fractional executives from our vetted network. Browse profiles, book free 30-minute consultations, and engage only when you find the right fit.

What if the match isn't right?

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No obligation. Consultations are free, and you can meet multiple experts before deciding. If an engagement isn't working, you can adjust or end it — there are no long-term contracts.

How fast can I get started?

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Most companies are matched and having their first consultation within 48 hours. For urgent needs, same-day matching is often possible.