Fractional COO Services & Business Consulting

Core Services

Initial Business Assessment

Comprehensive 2-4 hour operational audit identifying gaps, opportunities, and priorities.

Current state analysis
Priority opportunity identification
Resource requirements assessment
Realistic timeline projections
Clear next steps

Timeline: 1-2 weeks

Strategic Planning & Recommendations

Complete implementation blueprint with clear milestones, resource maps, and accountability structures.

Month-by-month implementation roadmap
Department-by-department action plans
Budget and resource allocation
Risk mitigation strategies
Team alignment framework

Timeline: 2-3 weeks

Done-for-You Playbooks & SOP Vault

Proven templates, workflows, and systems we've used to build multiple businesses.

Process documentation templates
Standard operating procedures
Training materials and guides
Quality assurance checklists
Customized for your operation

Timeline: 2-4 weeks

Custom Templates & Tools

Operational infrastructure tailored to your specific needs.

Tracking dashboards and reporting
Process automation where valuable
Team communication systems
Performance monitoring tools
Integration with existing systems

Timeline: 3-6 weeks

Training & Implementation

We train your team on new systems, manage rollout, and ensure adoption.

Staff training sessions
Implementation management
Change management support
Ongoing refinement
Team accountability systems

Timeline: 4-8 weeks

Ongoing Fractional COO Support

Continuous operational leadership as your embedded fractional COO.

Bi-weekly strategy calls
Direct access via Slack and email
Problem-solving and decision support
Team leadership and management
Accountability and execution

Timeline: Ongoing as needed

Specialized Service: Part 141 Flight School Certification

Complete Certification Support for Independent Flight Schools

Brandon completed Part 141 FAA certification twice at NextGen Flight Academy. We've systematized that experience into our fractional COO model, helping flight schools get certified with realistic timelines and honest expectations.

Phase 1: Assessment & Readiness

Weeks 1-4

Complete Part 141 gap analysis
Realistic timeline projection
Resource requirements assessment
Certification roadmap development

Phase 2: Documentation & Systems

Months 2-8

Operations manual development
Training course outlines (TCO)
Curriculum design and documentation
Quality assurance procedures
Systems implementation for compliance

Phase 3: Team Preparation

Months 6-10

Chief instructor preparation
Staff training on Part 141 standards
Mock inspections and readiness checks
FAA liaison and communication

Phase 4: Certification & Beyond

Months 8-14

FSDO application management
Inspection preparation and support
Post-certification compliance systems
Ongoing operational support

Realistic Timeline: 8-14 months from start to FAA approval.

FSDO response times vary significantly by region and workload. Your regional FAA office's processing speed is the primary factor affecting timeline, a variable outside of any consultant's control. We focus on preparing your school to be certification-ready.

Investment: Custom quoted based on your school's current state and needs.

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How We Work

Your Fractional COO Engagement Process

Week 1-2: Discovery & Assessment

Deep dive into operations, team, systems. Identify what's working and what needs attention.

Week 3-4: Strategy & Planning

Build implementation roadmap with clear milestones and accountability.

Month 2-6: Build & Execute

We work alongside you implementing systems, training teams, managing transitions.

Month 6+: Optimize & Scale

Refine what works, address what doesn't, position for sustainable growth.

Throughout: bi-weekly calls, direct access, complete accountability.

Investment & Engagement

Transparent Pricing for Fractional COO Services

Initial Assessment: $2,500

Comprehensive operational audit and strategic recommendations.

Fractional COO Retainer: Starting at $5,000/month

Ongoing embedded operational leadership and execution support.

Part 141 Certification: Custom Quoted

Based on your school's current state, size, and specific needs.

All engagements are customized based on your needs. We'll discuss investment during your free consultation.

Fractional COO Services