Advisory and Activation Services for Founders & Execs
Plan Less. Do More.
CLARITY
Get crystal clear on what you want to accomplish, and communicate your vision in a concise and impactful way.
PROVISIONING
Put it all into action with a practical, achievable, and adaptable plan to get there.
ACTION
Ensure you have the right people, skills, incentives, and resources identified to succeed.
Clients
Decades of experience helping founders and senior leaders define practical, creative strategies to achieve ambitious objectives:
ENTERPRISES
SMBs
AGENCIES
STARTUPS
Not getting the results you need?
Common blockers I will help you and your teams work through:
Soft objectives: Precise clarity on exactly what you want to achieve is critical. Coupled with a strong communications program to champion your cause and get others behind you will make you unstoppable.
Unclear strategy: Define, develop, and execute a clear strategy to achieve product-market fit, enter new markets, establish proof-of-concept, scale for growth, and achieve profitability.
Lack of in-house expertise and leadership: Stand up or turn around key functions or programs for marketing, sales, customer engagement, and business development.
Lack of process and rigor: It’s okay to swing for the fences, but small steps matter. Vet, test, launch, and scale your big idea without getting overwhelmed by minor details.
A Note from the Founder
You are an experienced professional looking to take your role as an executive to the next level, and get the most out of your C-suite.
You have what it takes, but face strong headwinds, crosswinds, and tailwinds — and you’re not sure which is which at the moment.
My purpose is to help you reach your full potential as a business leader.
I have served senior executives and entrepreneurs for over 25 years, and have been one myself.
Immediately prior to founding Acoustic Orange, I was employee #1 of what became the fastest growing agency in Silicon Valley, selling for $150M seven years after its founding. In a few short years, I built a business unit contributing millions of dollars in value and managed a team of over 30 people.
I am not typical. I am pragmatic. Everything I do is built on real-world, boots-on-the-ground experience.
Beyond serving as your trusted strategic adviser, I work side-by-side with you in the trenches to clarify and simplify your vision to bring it to life and achieve your personal and professional objectives.
- Chris Hamilton
Services
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AI Workflow Optimization
You will not be left behind by the incredible advances in artificial intelligence. We will put them to immediate and effective use for your projects and programs so that you can move faster and deliver higher quality at lower cost.
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High Velocity Project Management
Everything seems to be moving at lightspeed. All of it should have been done yesterday. Slowing down isn't even happening with Netflix binges and happy hours. Let's recalibrate the speedometer and acclimate to the true speed of success.
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Scalable Infrastructure Development & Automation
You have a LOT do to. Set goals, establish timelines, recruit, manage, and endless meetings. Let's identify what's contributing to progress and learn how to say no to the rest.
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Operational Excellence
You're moving too fast with too many balls in the air to have time to think about process. You're too busy putting out fires and giving directions. It all falls on your shoulders. There's a better way. We'll scaffold in processes and infrastructure and empower others to take ownership and initiative.
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Go-to-Market
Launch new products, services, and programs with practical tools and techniques to test and learn broadly, manage risk, and accelerate traction for success.
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Applied Innovation
Innovation is at the heart of your industry, but it’s not creativity and it’s not brilliance. Innovation is real-world impact at large scale. Apply proven principles and your career and reputation will see enormous benefit.
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Fractional Executive
Fractional engagements solve a myriad of problems for companies looking to scale and grow. From supporting C-level executives already in place to full-time, interim engagements, a fractional engagement can help stabilize leadership in otherwise disruptive times.
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Burnout Mitigation & Prevention
Founders and executives in the tech industry face intense pressure, long hours, and high-stakes decision-making. Build a healthy mindset, apply high-impact mental and physical practices, and thrive in an industry that is like no other.
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Curated Networking
Personal introductions to an extensive network of qualified and talented entrepreneurs, executives, and practitioners will shorten growth cycles and enhance your organizational knowledge.
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Exit Strategy
Who has *your* best interests in mind as you look for investment or acquisition? Are you building value and operating in a way that's both attractive to 3rd parties while giving you leverage in negotiations? We'll address these issues well in advance of a planned exit in order to put you and your organization in the strongest position.
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Don’t Fall Short of Your True Potential
Nothing but one-to-one, direct, and personalized support
Engagement Options
Dedicated CXO Support
One-on-one support to clarify your vision and strategy, develop an operating plan, and prioritize functional needs and programs.
Executive Team Alignment
One-on-one support for designated members of your C-Suite team, plus operational alignment, interoperability, and collaboration across various departments and disciplines.
Departmental Program
Interim or Fractional in-place leadership to stand up a new or turn around an existing key function, department, or program.