Fractional Strategic Partner

Embedded build support for high-potential startups

This role is designed to mirror the depth of an experienced co-founder — without transferring ownership or control.

Who this is for
Founders building serious companies who want experienced, hands-on support — someone to work alongside them regularly, not just advise from the sidelines.

How it works

• Selective, long-term engagements

• Fractional involvement (typically weekly)

• Embedded in the business at the decision and build layer

• Actively involved in shaping direction and producing real outputs

• Fee-based engagement, agreed upfront

• The founder retains full decision authority

Where I get involved

• Shaping the idea into a clear, viable direction

• Building launch plans and early go-to-market execution

• Supporting growth decisions and structure

• Preparing for fundraising and investor conversations

• Helping founders think through long-term direction and optionality

What this can include

• Business plans

• Pitch decks and investor materials

• Strategic narratives and positioning

• Practical checklists and execution roadmaps

(All built collaboratively, as working documents — not theoretical exercises.)

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If you’re building something meaningful and want experienced, fractional support to help you build it properly, let’s talk.

Decision Discipline Programmes

Clarity before commitment — for organisations supporting others

Who this is for
Organisations that encourage entrepreneurship and risk-taking — and want people to do so with clarity, responsibility, and awareness.

This includes:

• Youth services & school-leaver programmes

• Charities & NGOs

• Schools, colleges & universities

• Enterprise & development agencies

What these programmes do
These programmes are designed to give participants clarity before commitment — helping them understand what decision they are actually making before they invest time, money, reputation, or identity.

The focus is not on motivation or speed, but on:

• recognising hidden risks

• understanding timing and environment

• distinguishing momentum from evidence

• identifying irreversible decisions early

How it works

• Short, focused interventions (often 1 day, sometimes extended)

• Delivered in-person or remotely

• Adapted to the organisation and the people they serve

• Grounded in the VentureEdge decision framework and checklists

Where it’s typically used

• Before business plans or funding applications

• At the start of entrepreneurship or innovation programmes

• As a reset for cohorts who feel stuck or overwhelmed

• To align mentors and participants around better decisions

What this can include

• Decision-clarity workshops

• Structured checklists and frameworks

• Real-world examples and scenarios

• Facilitated discussions that surface assumptions

• Optional mentor alignment sessions

(The aim is to support informed decisions — so participants can refine, pivot, or strengthen their approach before committing further.)

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If your organisation supports people making high-stakes decisions under uncertainty, let’s explore whether a VentureEdge programme is a fit.