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Fractional CIOs

Tech decisions that don’t waste time.

Our Approach to Fractional CIOs

When systems can’t keep up and everyone’s working around the tools instead of with them, that’s when you hire a fractional CIO. We step in fast, align your technology with the business, and build a plan that scales with you .

Industries We Serve

We provide top CIO talent across industries to drive visionary leadership and strategic growth.

Law

Accounting

Consultancy

Manufacturing

Technology

Fintech

Private Equity

Healthcare

Life Sciences

Marketing

Our Recruiters:

Thoroughly Vet CIOs

We conduct in-depth assessments, including interviews, background checks, and skills evaluations, to ensure consultants are qualified and a great fit for your company’s needs.

Align Talent With Company Goals

We work closely with you to understand your culture, long-term goals, and skill requirements in order to match fractional CIOs who not only meet your technical needs but also align with your values and growth trajectory.

Facilitate a Seamless Consulting Process

We streamline the consulting process by managing everything from sourcing to payroll, ensuring a smooth and efficient transition for both you and your fractional CIO.

Speak with a Fractional CIO Executive Recruiter

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Brandon Dock

New York

Brandon is a leader in our Executive Search Practice.

Doug HR Recruiter

Doug Arms, SPHR, SCP

New York

Doug is a key player in our Fractional Practice.

Samuel Lee Tech Recruiter

Samuel Lee

Boston

Samuel is a leader in our Technology Practice.

Partner with the Leader in Fractional CIO Services

When things need to move fast, you need someone who knows how to execute.

True Partnerships, Lasting Impact

We are honored to be ranked among the most elite staffing firms in our industry by our clients (top 2% nationwide via Clearly Rated).

Case Study

C-Suite for Environmental Technology
In preparation for their IPO, our client needed to fill three critical executive positions: Chief Operating Officer (COO), General Counsel (GC), and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). These roles were essential for driving efficiency and ensuring legal compliance.
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CMO for Automotive Services
To steer the company through its next phase of expansion, our client's need for a Chief Marketing Officer became paramount. We delivered an industry veteran with more than 15 years of experience in marketing and brand management within the automotive sector.
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COO for Food and Beverage
TGC Search helped North America's largest importer, distributor and manufacturer of Greek, Turkish and Eastern European specialty foods hire a COO with experience managing large-scale production facilities and optimizing supply chain processes.
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Our Comprehensive Hiring Process

Comprehensive Needs
Assessment

We begin by delving into your business needs, success criteria, budget, and skill requirements.

Candidate Market
Research

Utilizing our extensive network, we identify and approach potential candidates, ensuring a skill and cultural fit.

Thorough
Evaluation

We conduct an in-depth interview process to ensure the candidate is right for the position.

Ongoing
Support

Our commitment extends to assisting with candidate onboarding and offering continuous post-placement support.

Fractional CIOs vs Full-Time Hires

When systems break and your team’s working harder just to stay afloat, you don’t have time for a long hiring process. A fractional CIO steps in fast, cleans up the mess, and builds technology that works for the business.

Fractional CIOs

A fractional CIO steps in when technology is slowing the business down instead of driving it forward. They bring senior-level leadership without the long search, high cost, or long-term commitment of a full-time hire. Whether you’re cleaning up tech debt, scaling systems, or aligning IT with business goals, fractional leadership gives you strategy and execution — fast.

Full-Time Hires

Full-time CIOs make sense when the business is stable, the systems are in place, and you’re ready for long-term technology leadership. But permanent hires take time — time to search, time to close, and time to ramp. If you need expertise today or can’t afford to wait, fractional leadership keeps things moving while you plan for what’s next.

A Simple Exchange Can Spark

Transformation

Technology leadership when you need it.