Fractional COO for Hire

Access experienced operational leadership without the cost of a full-time executive hire. SolvedAF helps startups, SMEs, nonprofits, and scaling organizations improve execution, align teams, strengthen processes, and turn strategy into measurable progress. With senior guidance supported by right-sourced talent, you gain practical operational expertise designed around your goals, resources, and stage of growth.

Fractional COO reviewing operational strategy with a growing business leadership team

Our Fractional COO Services

Practical operational leadership that connects strategy, people, processes, technology, and execution for growing organizations.

Operations Strategy

Develop a practical operating strategy that aligns leadership priorities, business objectives, resources, and execution. SolvedAF helps decision makers identify opportunities, clarify priorities, and build a roadmap for sustainable growth.

Process Improvement

Review workflows, identify operational friction, and improve processes for greater consistency and efficiency. The focus is on practical changes that support accountability, reduce manual effort, and strengthen day-to-day execution.

Execution Oversight

Bring senior-level structure to initiatives, projects, resources, risks, and stakeholders. Fractional COO support helps keep important work moving while maintaining alignment between strategy and implementation.

Technology Adoption

Connect operational goals with technology and digital transformation decisions. SolvedAF helps organizations evaluate opportunities, prioritize initiatives, and adopt scalable solutions that support business impact.

Right-Sourcing Support

Match business needs with qualified onshore and offshore talent through a right-sourcing model. This creates flexible execution capacity without requiring a traditional full-time executive or large internal team.

Leadership Advisory

Provide ongoing guidance to founders, executives, and decision makers navigating growth, change, organizational complexity, and operational priorities. Support continues from strategic planning through implementation and maintenance.

Scalable Executive Support

Operational Leadership Without Full-Time Overhead

A fractional COO gives your organization experienced operational leadership when a permanent executive hire is not yet the right fit. SolvedAF combines strategic planning, implementation oversight, process improvement, technology adoption, and right-sourcing support to help startups, SMEs, and nonprofits execute with greater clarity. The model delivers senior-level continuity while keeping the focus on business value, practical implementation, and sustainable growth.

Fractional COO planning operational improvements with business leaders
Built For Progress

Operational Success Stories

See how SolvedAF combines leadership, implementation, and right-sourced execution to help organizations move forward.

"Ashiq was brought in to help resolve some issues that were left over by a previous service provider. He got up to speed quickly and resolved them while providing innovative solutions to handle other challenges we were facing. Over the five years I've worked with Ashiq, he has built a..."

Walt Weaver
The SolvedAF Difference

Why Choose SolvedAF?

Get experienced operational guidance connected to practical implementation and scalable execution.

Senior Expertise

Access experienced leaders with backgrounds across finance, technology, risk, compliance, and operations.

Practical Execution

Move beyond recommendations with continuity from strategic planning through implementation and ongoing support.

Right-Sourced Talent

Build flexible execution capacity by matching business objectives with qualified onshore and offshore talent.

Value Focused

Prioritize business impact, cost, and strategic importance through focused transformation roadmaps.

Meet The SolvedAF Team

Experienced leaders support strategy, transformation, risk, finance, and operational growth.

Portrait of Ashiq Ahmed, Accounting & Tech Lead at SolvedAF

Ashiq Ahmed

Accounting & Tech

Ashiq Ahmed leads Accounting and Technology initiatives at SolvedAF, bringing deep expertise in finance transformation and technology consulting to startups, SMEs, and nonprofit organizations across North America. He specializes in aligning accounting operations with scalable technology solutions, helping clients achieve accurate books, timely reporting, and efficient financial processes. Recognized among the 2022 Forty under 40 business leaders, Ashiq is known for his forward-thinking approach to integrating AI and digital tools into traditional finance functions. He works closely with decision makers to design value-focused transformation roadmaps that prioritize business impact and cost efficiency. Ashiq is committed to helping growing businesses build enterprise-grade financial and technology infrastructure without the overhead of traditional hiring, embodying SolvedAF's mission of becoming an integral part of every client's team.

Portrait of Ritesh Desai, People, Risk & Compliance Lead at SolvedAF

Ritesh Desai

People, Risk & Compliance

Ritesh Desai leads People, Risk & Compliance at SolvedAF, overseeing initiatives spanning human capital strategy, risk management, regulatory compliance, and information security. He works with startups, SMEs, and nonprofit organizations to build robust governance frameworks, including SOC, ISO, and HIPAA readiness and certification support. Ritesh's people-centric approach ensures that compliance and risk initiatives are implemented with strong organizational buy-in and minimal disruption to daily operations. His work has contributed to SolvedAF being featured as a Most Promising Canada Risk Management Services Company in 2022. Ritesh is dedicated to helping growing organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes while protecting their people, data, and reputation, ensuring clients across North America can scale confidently and securely.

Portrait of Rustom Modi, Right Sourcing Lead at SolvedAF

Rustom Modi

Right Sourcing

Rustom Modi leads Right Sourcing at SolvedAF, specializing in strategic sourcing, talent planning, and resource planning for startups, SMEs, and nonprofit organizations. He designs right-sourcing strategies that match business objectives with qualified onshore and offshore talent, helping clients achieve cost savings of up to 60% while maintaining quality and efficiency. Rustom's expertise spans building scalable operating models that provide enterprise-grade capabilities to growing businesses across North America. He takes a consultative approach, working closely with leadership teams to understand their unique needs before crafting tailored resourcing solutions. Rustom is passionate about helping organizations access top-tier talent and operational support without the full cost of traditional hiring, reinforcing SolvedAF's promise of being 'not just outsourced, but right-sourced.'

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a fractional COO do?

A fractional COO provides executive-level operational leadership on a part-time or flexible basis. Responsibilities may include operating strategy, process improvement, execution oversight, resource planning, stakeholder alignment, technology adoption, and performance improvement. The role is designed for organizations that need senior operational judgment and structured implementation support but are not ready to make a traditional full-time executive hire.

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Is a fractional COO an alternative to hiring a full-time COO?

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Talk with SolvedAF about practical fractional leadership for your organization.

Recognized Leadership

Awards and Recognition

2022 Forty under 40 business leaders recognition

2022 Forty under 40 business leaders

Ashiq Ahamed was recognized among the 2022 Forty under 40 business leaders.

Most Promising Canada Risk Management Services Company 2022 recognition

Most Promising Canada Risk Management Services Company 2022

SolvedAF was featured as a Most Promising Canada Risk Management Services Company in 2022.

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