Fractional COO

Freedom to focus on Strategic growth initiatives rather than busy work

For 7-figure businesses ready to scale, Fractional COO delivers reliable operations, leadership, and clarity, freeing you from the bottleneck and empowering your team to execute flawlessly.

Unlock predictable growth & operational freedom

You have a clear vision and a strong strategy in place, but the operational leadership to implement it effectively are missing, causing growth to slow and stress to rise.

Your business is growing, but your freedom is shrinking.

At this stage, your biggest obstacle is that you are still the bottleneck. Your team lacks the leadership and clarity needed to execute your strategies consistently, leaving important initiatives stalled. 

You built your seven-figure business on vision and grit, but now the day-to-day is holding you back. Instead of getting stuck in operational chaos, imagine a business where your team drives results, clear KPIs guide every decision, and you have the freedom to innovate, grow, and lead without overwhelm. The Monarch Fractional COO is your proven path to that freedom.


You’re pulled in every direction, drowning in urgent tasks and last-minute fires that steal your time and energy.

Product launches get delayed repeatedly, costing you months of lost momentum and revenue.

Your team’s roles feel fuzzy—people step on each other’s toes or drop the ball because accountability isn’t clear.

You second-guess your margins constantly because financial visibility feels like guesswork, not a reliable dashboard.

Taking a true day off feels impossible without the business grinding to a halt or chaos erupting.

stealing your time & stalling your growth.

if overwhelm, missed deadlines, and unclear roles are

This retainer is designed to embed that leadership deeply into your business, so you stop firefighting and start leading with clarity and freedom.

founders who want freed from daily ops so they can work on big picture vision

I’ve seen it many times, a founder juggling the endless demands of a growing business, overwhelmed by the chaos of daily operations, and feeling like the only one who could keep everything moving forward. With over 15 years leading operations across startups and large enterprises, I’ve helped companies save millions, accelerated product launches, and built teams that deliver results without constant oversight.

Through my work, I realized that most founders aren’t lacking strategy; they’re missing execution and leadership embedded within their operations. Advice and ideas alone won’t fix broken systems or free you from the bottleneck. That’s why I created the Monarch Method: an intentional, proven process that not only transforms your business foundation but prepares you for ongoing operational leadership through the Fractional COO Retainer.

I created this for

Implementing my signature framework

The Monarch Method

The Monarch Method & Fractional COO Retainer is designed as a seamless three-phase journey to embed operational excellence deeply into your business and give you back the freedom to lead strategically:

The Ops Health Check

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We maintain momentum through a structured cadence of meetings, KPI oversight, and deliverables. You’ll receive monthly performance dashboards, launch cadence support, and clear metrics to ensure your team stays aligned and accountable.


We'll begin our engagement with a deep-dive interview to help identify where the biggest gaps are within your business operations. From there, we'll prepare a 12-month plan and a clear focus for achieving your business goals.

The Operational Transformation Project

This prerequisite phase ensures your business foundation is rock solid. We'll embed vital systems into your team, finances, products, and overall operations, establishing clarity, accountability, and proven metrics. This transformation sets the stage for sustainable growth and operational freedom.


This is the freedom and reliable operational leadership that the my Fractional COO Retainer delivers, giving you back your time, your peace of mind, and your ability to scale sustainably.

Imagine your days looking more like:


  • You wake up with freedom, no longer trapped by operational tasks, confident that your team is aligned, and executing the plan flawlessly.
  • Product launches happen on schedule, cutting your launch timelines from months to weeks and accelerating your revenue growth.
  • Your KPIs and financials are crystal clear; you make confident decisions based on real-time data, not guesswork.
  • Your team operates in sync, roles are well-defined, and accountability drives consistent execution without your constant input.
  • You finally take real time off, knowing your business won’t skip a beat—and return refreshed and focused on strategic growth.

Our past clients experience

Thousands Saved in operational costs while accelerating product launch timelines by up to 40%, enabling clients to capture more market share faster.

clear financial visibility and forecasting improvements that gave founders confidence to make strategic investments with measurable ROI.

increased team productivity and accountability, reducing missed deadlines and project delays by over 50%

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Author and Founder of Well-Watered Women

"Courtney came highly recommended and she jumped right into the deep end with me!" 

When I reached out to Courtney, I was overwhelmed with business decisions and needed an outside opinion to help me navigate the change we were undergoing. We have gone through significant change, and Courtney has helped us stay on track with goals, connect us with excellent contractors, and keep the business running smoothly.

C-Suite Executive
E-Commerce Brand M&A Firm

"Courtney is the partner you want if you’re serious about scaling."

She took a stagnant brand and turned it into a profitable operation in under 8 months. She’s not just effective—she’s the kind of partner who makes the process enjoyable. We trust her so much, she’s our go-to COO for every future brand acquisition.

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It’s not just about having systems, it’s about using them to the fullest. You'll have a trusted partner by your side who shares your commitment to growth, clarity, and sustainable success.

The Monarch

starting at $3500/m

Here’s a breakdown of the value you receive when partnering with the Monarch Fractional COO Retainer
Operational audits, team alignment, KPI dashboards, and 1:1 support leadership support Value: $12,000/m

Launch cadence management, workflow optimization, and monthly executive coaching Value: $6,000/m

Quarterly leadership workshops, direct Slack access, founder-ready KPI decks, and strategic collaboration Value: $7,000/m

Done-for-you dashboards, SOP updates, and launch reporting templates Value: $3,000
Total Value is over $60,000+ for a full 6-month engagement.
Consider this: hiring a full-time COO costs hundreds of thousands annually, with recruiting, salary, benefits, and onboarding expenses. High-level consultants often charge tens of thousands for just a few sessions, yet leave you without ongoing leadership and operational execution. DIY attempts typically end in costly mistakes, wasted time, and stalled growth that can take years to recover from.

Investing in operational freedom and sustainable growth is not just smart—it’s essential. This perspective helps you see that the right partnership is an investment in your business’s future and your personal well-being.
Compared to the cost of stalled growth, lost revenue from delayed launches, founder burnout, and costly hiring mistakes, your investment in the Fractional COO Retainer is minimal. Most clients see a measurable ROI within the first 3 months through efficiency gains, smoother operations, and accelerated revenue growth.

We offer flexible plans to fit your budget and make this leadership partnership accessible so you can finally regain freedom and scale confidently.
Trying to solve your operational bottlenecks and scalability challenges on your own can cost you far more than you realize. 
I’ve invested over 15 years learning the hard way—figuring out what truly moves the needle in operational leadership, team alignment, and financial clarity. Without expert guidance, many founders spend countless months (even years) stuck in trial-and-error, wasting valuable time and money on strategies that don’t stick or create lasting change.

I’ve seen clients come to me after trying to DIY their operations, only to realize they were losing revenue from delayed launches, burning out their teams, and feeling more overwhelmed than ever. One client shared how their product launch was delayed by 6 months, costing them tens of thousands in lost revenue and momentum. Another spent thousands hiring multiple consultants who gave advice but never helped implement real systems.

By partnering with Monarch, you avoid this costly learning curve. You get a proven process, an experienced partner, and a clear roadmap that compresses years of trial-and-error into months of actionable progress. This prevents lost revenue, broken teams, and founder burnout—saving you time, money, and your peace of mind.
Don't stay stuck in trial-and-error

When you break it down, the investment in the Fractional COO Retainer is an incredibly affordable way to accelerate your business growth and reclaim your freedom.

*We stand behind our offer with a satisfaction guarantee: if you fully implement the process and don’t see measurable improvements in operational clarity and team performance within the first 90 days, we will work closely with you until you do.

Ready to reclaim your time, scale with confidence, and lead your business free from operational bottlenecks?

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Your opportunity to partner with the Monarch Fractional COO Retainer is now open, but spots are limited to ensure personalized attention and impactful results.

What kind of transformation can I expect by having a Fractional COO?

Expect clarity in every function, clean and trustworthy numbers, a dialed-in product strategy, documented processes, stable operations, tight team accountability, and the mental space to lead again. Many founders describe it as: “My business finally feels like a real company, not a runaway train.”

What size or stage of business is this best for?

This is ideal for brands doing mid- to high-six or seven figures who have traction but lack structure. You have demand, a team (even a small one), and clear growth potential—but the operations underneath aren’t solid enough to support where you want to go. If growth feels heavy instead of freeing, you’re in the right place.

Why do we start with the Operational Transformation Project first?

Because good leadership requires good information. Before I can run your operations effectively, I need to understand your business inside and out—your team, your products, your numbers, your systems, and your gaps. The Transformation Project gives us the clarity and roadmap we need so that when I step in as COO, I can lead with precision instead of guessing.

How is a Fractional COO different from an operations manager or VA?

A VA executes tasks. An operations manager keeps things moving. A Fractional COO leads the business. I step into the executive seat, aligning your team, shaping strategy, setting targets, building systems, and making sure the work actually gets done. This isn’t task support; it’s leadership, accountability, and high-level decision-making without the full-time salary.

Frequently Asked Questions

How involved will I be as the founder?

You’ll be actively leading, but not in the weeds. We meet bi-weekly at the founder level, and I work weekly with your internal point of contact to keep the entire team aligned. You’ll always know what’s happening, what’s working, and what decisions are needed. But you’re no longer the bottleneck or the default firefighter.

What does your involvement look like once you’re in the COO role?

I lead on the operational side of the business: team accountability, planning rhythms, product strategy, operational cadence, inventory, forecasting, cross-functional alignment—everything needed to keep the business healthy and moving forward. You stay focused on vision, brand, and big decisions; I handle the structure, targets, and execution that make growth sustainable.

a leadership team that runs the business reliably alongside you

I created the Monarch COO because I fundamentally believe founders like you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your vision, your freedom, or the joy that inspired you to start your business. I’ve seen too many brilliant leaders get stuck under the weight of operational chaos, losing valuable time and energy in the weeds instead of leading boldly.

This system is my way of offering a trusted partnership—a chance to share the load, bring clarity to your operations, and build a leadership team that runs the business reliably alongside you. If you’re ready to break free from the bottleneck, reclaim your time, and lead your business with confidence and creativity, let’s take that journey together. I’m here to help you build a business that lasts, a team that thrives, and a life worth living.

Are you ready to step into your freedom? The next chapter for your business begins now.

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Courtney has 15 years of operational leadership across startups to large enterprises. She has saved millions in costs, accelerated product launches, and built high-performing teams. Awarded the 2020 Emerging Leader Award by CSCMP, she’s trusted by founders to implement systems, structure, and clarity for sustainable growth.


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