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Fractional Chief AI Officer Services

Fractional CAIO Services

Executive AI Leadership Without the Wait

Fractional Chief AI Officer (CAIO) services to guide your AI strategy, governance, and transformation; delivering clarity and results from day one.

AI Leadership Engagement Models

Flexible Options to Match Your AI Journey

From strategic planning to full transformation; choose the engagement model that aligns with your organization's AI maturity and business priorities.

AI Strategy Intensive

2-4 week engagement defining AI vision, use cases, and roadmap

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Strategic Retainer

Executive-level advisory to guide AI investments and governance

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Fractional CAIO Leadership

Hands-on leadership as part of your executive team

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Enterprise AI Transformation

Full transformation from strategy through execution

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Strategic AI Leadership

What is a Fractional CAIO?

A Fractional Chief AI Officer provides executive-level AI leadership without hiring delays or long-term risk. It delivers strategic clarity, governance, and execution to help organizations move from AI interest to AI impact.

Fractional CAIO Leadership

Why Organizations Choose Fractional CAIO Services

As artificial intelligence reshapes business operations, organizations need executive-level AI leadership to navigate this transformation effectively. A Fractional CAIO serves as your strategic architect for enterprise AI adoption, translating advanced capabilities into practical business solutions.

This service is designed for organizations that need AI leadership without hiring a full-time executive immediately. Whether you're beginning your AI journey or accelerating existing initiatives, a Fractional CAIO provides the expertise and execution framework to drive measurable results.

  • Immediate Impact: Begin executing AI strategy without lengthy hiring processes
  • C-Suite Experience: Proven executive leadership with hands-on AI expertise
  • Strategic Alignment: Ensure AI investments support business growth and competitive positioning
  • Risk Management: Navigate AI governance, compliance, and security challenges
  • Flexible Engagement: Scale involvement based on organizational needs and priorities

Comprehensive AI Leadership

Four Pillars of Fractional CAIO Services

Executive-level leadership to align artificial intelligence with organizational strategy, operational excellence, and measurable impact.

AI Strategy and Business Alignment

  • Enterprise AI strategy linked to business growth, efficiency, and competitive positioning
  • AI readiness assessment and AI maturity roadmap
  • ROI-based AI investment and prioritization planning

AI Execution and Transformation Leadership

  • AI operating model and execution framework
  • Intelligent automation strategy and implementation oversight
  • AI Center of Excellence design and leadership

AI Governance, Risk, and Compliance

  • Responsible AI governance framework and policy design
  • AI risk management and compliance in partnership with CIO and CISO
  • AI platform and vendor evaluation with secure implementation approach

Data and Workforce Enablement

  • Enterprise data strategy to support AI adoption
  • Workforce AI enablement and adoption strategy
  • Executive AI advisory for boards and C-suite leadership

Strategic Foundation

AI Strategy Intensive

A focused engagement that defines your AI vision, identifies high-value use cases, and creates a clear execution roadmap.

AI Strategy Intensive

Program Overview

The AI Strategy Intensive is a focused 2-4 week engagement designed to establish a clear AI vision and actionable roadmap for your organization. This engagement delivers strategic clarity on AI opportunities, prioritized use cases, and an implementation framework aligned with your business objectives.

Through collaborative workshops, stakeholder interviews, and strategic analysis, we develop a comprehensive AI strategy that translates technological possibilities into measurable business outcomes. This intensive engagement provides the strategic foundation needed to move confidently from AI interest to AI implementation.

Investment

Custom pricing based on organizational scope and complexity
Engagements begin at a strategic investment level and are structured based on scope, complexity, and business priorities.

Engagement Details

Duration: 2-4 weeks

Format: Intensive workshops, stakeholder sessions, and strategic analysis

Deliverables:

  • Comprehensive AI strategy document
  • AI readiness assessment and maturity evaluation
  • Prioritized use case portfolio with ROI framework
  • Strategic implementation roadmap
  • AI governance and risk considerations
  • Executive presentation and alignment session

Ideal For

Organizations that want to:

  • Establish clear AI vision and strategic direction
  • Identify and prioritize high-value AI use cases
  • Develop a roadmap for AI implementation
  • Align stakeholders on AI strategy and objectives
  • Move from exploration to execution with confidence

Ongoing Advisory

Strategic Retainer

Executive-level advisory to guide AI investments, governance frameworks, and strategic alignment with ongoing monthly engagement.

Strategic Retainer

Program Overview

The Strategic Retainer provides ongoing executive-level AI advisory to guide your organization's AI initiatives, investments, and governance. This engagement model delivers consistent strategic oversight while maintaining flexibility to address emerging opportunities and challenges.

Through regular strategic sessions, you receive expert guidance on AI technology decisions, governance frameworks, investment prioritization, and organizational alignment. This model ensures your AI strategy remains aligned with business objectives while adapting to the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

The Strategic Retainer is designed for organizations with active AI initiatives that need executive oversight without requiring full-time C-suite AI leadership.

Investment

Monthly retainer based on engagement scope and strategic requirements
Engagements begin at a strategic investment level and are structured based on scope, complexity, and business priorities.

Engagement Details

Duration: Ongoing monthly engagement (minimum 6-month commitment)

Format: Monthly strategic sessions with on-demand advisory support

Includes:

  • Monthly strategic advisory sessions with executive leadership
  • AI investment and prioritization guidance
  • Governance framework development and oversight
  • Technology and vendor evaluation support
  • Executive reporting and board presentation materials
  • Access to AI strategy frameworks and resources
  • Email and communication support between sessions

Ideal For

Organizations that want to:

  • Maintain executive AI oversight for ongoing initiatives
  • Navigate AI investment decisions with expert guidance
  • Develop and implement AI governance frameworks
  • Ensure strategic alignment across AI programs
  • Access C-suite AI expertise without full-time hiring

Executive Leadership

Fractional CAIO Leadership

Hands-on leadership functioning as part of your executive team to drive AI adoption, transformation, and measurable business results.

Fractional CAIO Leadership

Program Overview

Fractional CAIO Leadership provides active executive leadership as an integrated member of your C-suite team. This engagement model delivers hands-on AI strategy execution, team leadership, and organizational transformation; functioning as your Chief AI Officer without the commitment of a full-time hire.

As your Fractional CAIO, I work directly with your executive team, technology leaders, and business stakeholders to drive AI adoption across your organization. This includes strategic planning, implementation oversight, governance establishment, and team development; ensuring AI initiatives deliver measurable business impact.

This model provides the depth of engagement needed to transform organizational capabilities while building internal AI expertise for long-term sustainability.

Investment

Monthly engagement based on time commitment and organizational scope
Engagements begin at a strategic investment level and are structured based on scope, complexity, and business priorities.

Engagement Details

Duration: 6-12 month engagement (with options for extension)

Format: Weekly executive engagement with regular team leadership and program oversight

Includes:

  • Active participation in executive leadership team
  • AI strategy development and execution oversight
  • Direct leadership of AI initiatives and programs
  • AI team development and capability building
  • Governance framework implementation and management
  • Stakeholder alignment and change management
  • Board reporting and executive communications
  • Technology and vendor partnership management

Ideal For

Organizations that want to:

  • Access C-suite AI leadership without full-time hiring
  • Drive enterprise-wide AI adoption and transformation
  • Build internal AI capabilities and team expertise
  • Execute complex AI initiatives with executive oversight
  • Establish AI governance and operational frameworks

Want to Learn More About the CAIO Role?

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Who We Serve

Organizations Ready for AI Leadership

Fractional CAIO services are designed for organizations that need AI leadership without hiring a full-time executive immediately.

Company Profile

  • 50 to 5,000 employees
  • Growth-stage and mid-market organizations
  • Enterprise divisions
  • PE-backed portfolios
  • Transformation-focused companies

Geographic Scope

  • United States (primary focus)
  • Selective international engagements
  • Virtual and on-site options available

Industries Served

  • Technology
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Cybersecurity
  • Education
  • Government Contractors

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Additional Leadership Services

Beyond Fractional CAIO services, explore our individual coaching and roundtable programs for collaborative learning and development with fellow technology executives.

Individual Services

Individual Services

One-on-one executive coaching programs designed for technology leaders seeking personalized leadership development in the AI era.

Roundtable Services

Roundtable Services

Join a select group of peers for facilitated learning, collaborative problem-solving, and professional growth.

Ready to transform how you lead, innovate, and apply AI across your organization?

Schedule your initial 30-minute consultation to discuss how Fractional CAIO services can accelerate your organization's AI journey.

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