๐ Upwork Top 1% | Senior Marketing Leader and Fractional CMO for Growth-Focused Companies
With over 15 years of experience in marketing leadership, I have a proven track record of empowering and growing 25+ startup companies and small teams to multibillion-dollar enterprises (Medtronic, Seagate, GE). ๐
๐ Need expert marketing leadership and execution without the full-time investment? I deliver C-level marketing expertise to ambitious companies ready to scale.
๐ข Who I've Empowered:
My expertise spans founding, scaling, and successfully exiting companies, as well as leading marketing initiatives that serve some of the world's largest companies (Salesforce, Medtronic, Seagate, Broadcom, Nike, and J.P. Morgan).
โWhat is a fractional marketing leader?
A fractional marketing leader is an executive who provides strategic and operational marketing expertise on a part-time basis, offering companies the benefits of high-level strategic focus and tactical execution without the full-time cost.
๐ I bring a unique blend of entrepreneurial and big-company marketing experience, having served industry giants while also empowering entrepreneurs and startups to scale their marketing operations effectively.
๐ผ Marketing Services Offered:
๐ Fractional CMO/Director of Marketing
๐ Marketing leadership and strategy
๐ Product and project management
๐ Go-to-market execution
๐ Sales and marketing strategy
๐ Leadership and coaching
๐ Brand storytelling
๐ AI integration for business growth
๐ Conversion rate optimization (CRO)
๐ Website and company audits
๐ Developing and monitoring OKRs
๐ฏ Industries Where I Excel:
โจ B2B SaaS
โจ Health Tech
โจ Med Device
โจ DTC SaaS
โจ Data Analytics
โจ Hardware
๐ My extensive marketing experience spans over 15 industries and 50+ clients, with numerous testimonials attesting to my impact:
"Chris quickly understood my business, brought sharp insights, and challenged my thinking in all the right ways. Their strategic guidance directly influenced and improved our marketing direction. Highly recommended."
- Zach, CEO of Miruni (Upwork Client)
"Chris is experienced and flexible - a founder who brings entrepreneurial energy to the table."
- Komnieve, CEO & Founder, xSkel (Upwork client)
"I just want to give a strong recommendation to Chris's consulting service.
Chris's packages and approach offered a lot of time/value... for that reason, I would highly recommend his needs assessment and marketing plan for any team that feels like they have a lot of marketing potential, but that their efforts are not organized and lack clarity."
- Erik, CMO Kickfurther
โWe hired Chris to redo the messaging on our website. Short summation โ he gave us exactly what we were looking for.โ
- Dave, CEO Windward Studios
โ My Value Guarantee: I provide high-impact marketing leadership that delivers measurable ROI. My entrepreneurial background means I understand both strategic vision and practical executionโgiving you the perfect balance of big-picture thinking and results-driven action.
๐ Beyond Business: As a mentor at Galvanize and board advisor for multiple entrepreneurial networks, I'm deeply committed to fostering innovation and leadership excellence.
๐ Ready to transform your marketing challenges into growth opportunities? Let's connect for a 15-minute discovery call to discuss how we can take your business to the next level together.
Email Marketing
Marketing Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Market Research
B2B Marketing
Internet Marketing
Sales
Sales Strategy
Marketing
Marketing Plan
Marketing Consulting
Marketing Automation
Marketing Presentation
Tailored Marketing Plan
Tatum S.
Denver, Colorado
$75/hr
5.0
5 jobs
Hi I'm Tatum, a creative and results-driven social media professional with 7+ years of experience helping businesses grow their online presence through strategic content, authentic storytelling, and data-driven decision making. Over the past seven years, Iโve partnered with 20+ businesses, generating millions of organic impressions and achieving an average of 202% organic growth within the first 90 days.
I specialize in developing social media strategies that build engaged communities, strengthen brand awareness, and create measurable business growth. From strategy and content creation to community management, analytics, email marketing, and AI-powered workflows, I enjoy taking ownership of a brandโs online presence while collaborating with teams to bring their vision to life.
My favorite part of the job is helping businesses showcase who they are, simplify their marketing, and create content that genuinely connects with their audience.
Marketing Management
Social Media Management
Social Media Marketing
Content Creation
Marketing
Graphic Design
Canva
Social Media Content Creation
Content Writing
SEO Strategy
TikTok Marketing
Instagram Marketing
Video Editing
Community Goals & KPIs
Email Marketing Strategy
Gillian H.
Fort Collins, Colorado
$50/hr
4.7
66 jobs
I have over a decade of experience as a Meta Ads (Facebook, Instagram & Threads) expert. I previously worked as the Director of Paid Ads at a large marketing agency overseeing Meta ads management for hundreds of clients.
I have extensive experience troubleshooting Meta Business issues for my clients such as policy violations, restrictions, acquiring access to lost assets, Business Portfolio cleanup/setup, and more.
After years of agency life, I pride myself in being able to now offer my clients the 1:1 attention, transparency and honesty they deserve. I am a great communicator and work independently.
I'd love to work with you to help your brand/business grow!
Social Media Management
Instagram
Facebook
Photo Editing
Email Etiquette
Email Communication
Facebook Ad Campaign
Instagram Ad Campaign
Facebook Ads Manager
Facebook Advertising
Canva
Pat M.
Lakewood, Colorado
$150/hr
4.9
281 jobs
Google Tag Manager โฆ Google Analytics โฆ Analytics Optimization โฆ 15 years of experience
Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
โฆ GA4 Transitions
โฆ Google Analytics 4 Upgrades
โฆ Goals / Events
โฆ Cross-Domain Tracking
โฆ Funnel Visualizations
Google Tag Manager
โฆ Google Tag Manager Installations / Upgrades
โฆ E commerce Tracking
โฆ Event Tracking
โฆ Custom Dimensions & Metrics
Strategy / Collaboration
โฆ Google Analytics Audits
โฆ Google Tag Manager Training
โฆ Data Accuracy Trouble Shooting
โฆ Discover Google Analytics Goals and Events
โฆ Define Analytic Strategy
Google Tag Manager
Google Analytics
Web Analytics
Lauri H.
Denver, Colorado
$50/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I'm focusing on creative writing, business writing, voice overs and market research. However, I do have a marketing & product strategy background and spent 20+ years in startups, global enterprises and consulting, reach out if you would like assistance brainstorming or solving a specific problem for your business.
Columbia University, Marketing Lecturer for 11 years
Tenured Google Sr Solutions Consultant and Certified Google Coach
Learn more visiting LauriHarrison(dot)com
Freelance Marketing
Teaching
Higher Education
Voice Recording
Project Management
Copywriting
Market Research
Storytelling
Creative Writing
Business Writing
Voice-Over
Female Voice
Moriah R.
Castle Rock, Colorado
$45/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Hi, Iโm Moriah, a video editor & brand content specialist who helps small brands step into the spotlight without stress.
Over the past 10 years, Iโve honed my skills in creating polished visuals, from scroll-stopping Reels to full-length video edits and everything in between, so your content feels cohesive, professional, and totally you.
What I do best:
โข Short-form video (Reels, TikToks, Shorts) that capture attention and convey your story
โข Content strategy & planning to keep your feed consistent, authentic, and effective
โข Full brand support โ from visual aesthetic to launch campaigns to creative direction
Iโve worked with brands like Balanced Bites to raise engagement, streamline content workflows, and create content that aligns with mission + voice. Ready to bring your online presence to the next level with engaging video content and stunning visuals? Letโs talk.
Social Media Management
Video Editing
Instagram Reels
Content Calendar
Content Strategy
Brand Management
Branding & Marketing
Instagram Marketing
Pinterest
Canva
Project Management
Asana
Shopify
Creative Direction
Social Media Video
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