Authentic Brand LLC
Fractional CMO - Chief Marketing Officer
Authentic Brand LLC, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Are you an executive marketing leader who is ready to do your most meaningful, high-impact work, within a peer community of like-minded professionals? If so, keep reading.
Authentic
is a community of Fractional CMOs who help growing businesses
Overcome Random Acts of Marketing
and confidently take the next right step to build revenue. Our unique approach combines Marketers + Methodology + Mindshare to build strong, strategic, sales-aligned marketing teams and programs. As Fractional CMOs , our team members
help to lead, build, and scale marketing programs that fuel revenue results.So what is a Fractional CMO, exactly?
Great question, and the answer can vary depending on who you ask. Fractional CMO is a relatively new, and fast-evolving category. Many models of fractional marketing services have emerged in the market, each offering a different type of solution for the consultant and the client.
We’ve written this
detailed blog about four specific types of Fractional CMOs
to help you understand the differences between each approach.Is a Fractional CMO career right for me?
At Authentic, we do Fractional CMO differently.
Our clients engage Authentic when they are ready to Overcome Random Acts of Marketing. Our Fractional CMOs provide leadership
that helps these businesses turn marketing into a strategic, sustained, sales-aligned, core component of their in-house revenue organization.What makes our Fractional CMOs uniquely-equipped for this role and our model?
Our Fractional CMOs operate within our connected brand and Mindshare community . We are a team, by every definition of the word. We meet regularly for peer-to-peer sharing, and for continuing education on marketing trends, technologies, and timely topics.Our Fractional CMOs invest in each other to share learnings, solve problems, and help our team constantly expand our skills and experiences. Our community members believe that there is more than enough great work for all of us, and that we all have great experiences to contribute and share . When we give, we receive back abundantly.All of our Fractional CMOs are trained on Authentic’s methodology
and tools, helping us deliver a consistent experience and level of quality across our client engagements.Our Fractional CMOs believe in and live out Authentic’s corporate values of Authenticity, Wisdom, Humility, Passion, and Generosity.With the support of this rich peer and Mindshare community , our Fractional CMOs build strong, modern marketing teams and programs that drive growth for great businesses.There are
many
reasons why CMOs choose to build their careers with Authentic.
Credibility:
Your individual reputation is supported by our brand, track record, and Mindshare community .Flexibility & Balance:
Build the life you want, doing work that you love.Peer Community:
Collaborate, serve, and grow in a high-caliber marketing executive community.Education:
Continue sharpening your marketing and consulting skills through ongoing learning and development.Proven Methodology:
Be equipped for success with tools and processes proven to help clients succeed.Competitive Rates:
Maximize your earning potential while maintaining life balance.Unlimited Earning Bonus Program:
Earn recurring revenue on deals you create through your network.Benefits:
From healthcare to 401K, we take care of our team, so they can take care of our clients.Impact:
Our CMO-only focus ensures you are always doing high-impact leadership work.Long-Term Engagements:
Most of our CMO engagements are long-term, so you get to go deep with clients.Quality Clients:
We selectively work with clients who share our values and have a partnership mindset.Variety:
Work with diverse businesses with unique challenges, models, industries, and audiences.Thought Leadership:
Elevate your leadership expertise as part of our content and event programs.Business Development:
We are deeply invested in developing high-quality opportunities with our CMOs.Predictable Payment:
You get paid on time, every time.Marketing Infrastructure:
We’ve invested in market-leading technologies and robust programs and campaigns.Sales Support:
We handle all of the paperwork, so you can focus on being a trusted marketing advisor.Financial Management:
We manage all accounts billable and receivable, and handle collections when needed.Account Services:
Our client services team always has your back, supporting you with strategy, resources, tools, and ample opportunities to show our clients appreciation. We are deeply invested in our client and CMO relationships.Corporate Office:
Authentic’s headquarters (Minneapolis) provides an ideal environment for prospect and client meetings, workshops, and team gatherings.Diversity:
We value diversity and seek to constantly enrich the diversity of our team.Woman-owned, values-based, people-first organization.Would
YOU
love a career as an Authentic Fractional CMO?
The following section outlines criteria for employment as an Authentic CMO. If you fit the role description as defined here, we’d love for you to apply! We are always open to meeting top-notch marketing leaders, but we are very selective about adding to our team, as we seek to build a strong, stable, supportive community – all actively engaged and serving our clients.Three core strengths of an Authentic Fractional CMO
The Authentic Fractional CMO is fully-committed to a career as a consulting marketing executive, and is actively engaged in building their personal brand and our corporate brand.
Our Fractional CMOs embody three core strengths that make them successful:Active Advocate
Builder of high-value, executive connections and referral relationships. Active connector, networker, and influencer. Content creator / contributor, brand advocate and thought leader in relevant communities and social channels.Brand Builder
Experienced executive with consistent career growth in revenue-impact roles. Reference-supported track record of success in marketing leadership, including proven ability to build high-performance teams and programs.Confident Consultant
Proven advisory experience, ability to collaborate with, build trust with, and constructively challenge C-Suite leaders: managing expectations, and elevating marketing as a strategic partner in the business.Criteria for employment as an Authentic Fractional CMO:
Available for W2 employment (Authentic does not hire Fractional CMOs on a 1099 / contract basis.)Aligned to Authentic values: Authenticity, Wisdom, Humility, Passion, GenerosityDesire to build a vibrant CMO consulting career as part of a team and national brandConsistently available 20-40 hours a week for long-term engagements (12-24+ months)Passion for helping small and mid-sized businesses grow and succeed15+ years of marketing leadership experience, with at least 5+ years at Sr. Director, VP or CMO levelModern marketer: Digitally-savvy and builder of omnichannel marketing programsSignificant in-house marketing leadership experience (not only agency or consulting background)Strong history and reference-supported track record of success in marketing leadershipProven ability to collaborate with C-Suite, sales, and investors: elevating marketing as a strategic partnerEager to learn and apply Authentic’s methodology and toolsLifelong learner who values new experiences, opportunities and challengesActive networker, motivated to nurture relationships and referralsCommitted to active participation in Mindshare meetings and learning eventsExcited to contribute thought leadership through Authentic content and eventsInterested in learning more about the fractional CMO life? Check out our webinar:#J-18808-Ljbffr
Authentic
is a community of Fractional CMOs who help growing businesses
Overcome Random Acts of Marketing
and confidently take the next right step to build revenue. Our unique approach combines Marketers + Methodology + Mindshare to build strong, strategic, sales-aligned marketing teams and programs. As Fractional CMOs , our team members
help to lead, build, and scale marketing programs that fuel revenue results.So what is a Fractional CMO, exactly?
Great question, and the answer can vary depending on who you ask. Fractional CMO is a relatively new, and fast-evolving category. Many models of fractional marketing services have emerged in the market, each offering a different type of solution for the consultant and the client.
We’ve written this
detailed blog about four specific types of Fractional CMOs
to help you understand the differences between each approach.Is a Fractional CMO career right for me?
At Authentic, we do Fractional CMO differently.
Our clients engage Authentic when they are ready to Overcome Random Acts of Marketing. Our Fractional CMOs provide leadership
that helps these businesses turn marketing into a strategic, sustained, sales-aligned, core component of their in-house revenue organization.What makes our Fractional CMOs uniquely-equipped for this role and our model?
Our Fractional CMOs operate within our connected brand and Mindshare community . We are a team, by every definition of the word. We meet regularly for peer-to-peer sharing, and for continuing education on marketing trends, technologies, and timely topics.Our Fractional CMOs invest in each other to share learnings, solve problems, and help our team constantly expand our skills and experiences. Our community members believe that there is more than enough great work for all of us, and that we all have great experiences to contribute and share . When we give, we receive back abundantly.All of our Fractional CMOs are trained on Authentic’s methodology
and tools, helping us deliver a consistent experience and level of quality across our client engagements.Our Fractional CMOs believe in and live out Authentic’s corporate values of Authenticity, Wisdom, Humility, Passion, and Generosity.With the support of this rich peer and Mindshare community , our Fractional CMOs build strong, modern marketing teams and programs that drive growth for great businesses.There are
many
reasons why CMOs choose to build their careers with Authentic.
Credibility:
Your individual reputation is supported by our brand, track record, and Mindshare community .Flexibility & Balance:
Build the life you want, doing work that you love.Peer Community:
Collaborate, serve, and grow in a high-caliber marketing executive community.Education:
Continue sharpening your marketing and consulting skills through ongoing learning and development.Proven Methodology:
Be equipped for success with tools and processes proven to help clients succeed.Competitive Rates:
Maximize your earning potential while maintaining life balance.Unlimited Earning Bonus Program:
Earn recurring revenue on deals you create through your network.Benefits:
From healthcare to 401K, we take care of our team, so they can take care of our clients.Impact:
Our CMO-only focus ensures you are always doing high-impact leadership work.Long-Term Engagements:
Most of our CMO engagements are long-term, so you get to go deep with clients.Quality Clients:
We selectively work with clients who share our values and have a partnership mindset.Variety:
Work with diverse businesses with unique challenges, models, industries, and audiences.Thought Leadership:
Elevate your leadership expertise as part of our content and event programs.Business Development:
We are deeply invested in developing high-quality opportunities with our CMOs.Predictable Payment:
You get paid on time, every time.Marketing Infrastructure:
We’ve invested in market-leading technologies and robust programs and campaigns.Sales Support:
We handle all of the paperwork, so you can focus on being a trusted marketing advisor.Financial Management:
We manage all accounts billable and receivable, and handle collections when needed.Account Services:
Our client services team always has your back, supporting you with strategy, resources, tools, and ample opportunities to show our clients appreciation. We are deeply invested in our client and CMO relationships.Corporate Office:
Authentic’s headquarters (Minneapolis) provides an ideal environment for prospect and client meetings, workshops, and team gatherings.Diversity:
We value diversity and seek to constantly enrich the diversity of our team.Woman-owned, values-based, people-first organization.Would
YOU
love a career as an Authentic Fractional CMO?
The following section outlines criteria for employment as an Authentic CMO. If you fit the role description as defined here, we’d love for you to apply! We are always open to meeting top-notch marketing leaders, but we are very selective about adding to our team, as we seek to build a strong, stable, supportive community – all actively engaged and serving our clients.Three core strengths of an Authentic Fractional CMO
The Authentic Fractional CMO is fully-committed to a career as a consulting marketing executive, and is actively engaged in building their personal brand and our corporate brand.
Our Fractional CMOs embody three core strengths that make them successful:Active Advocate
Builder of high-value, executive connections and referral relationships. Active connector, networker, and influencer. Content creator / contributor, brand advocate and thought leader in relevant communities and social channels.Brand Builder
Experienced executive with consistent career growth in revenue-impact roles. Reference-supported track record of success in marketing leadership, including proven ability to build high-performance teams and programs.Confident Consultant
Proven advisory experience, ability to collaborate with, build trust with, and constructively challenge C-Suite leaders: managing expectations, and elevating marketing as a strategic partner in the business.Criteria for employment as an Authentic Fractional CMO:
Available for W2 employment (Authentic does not hire Fractional CMOs on a 1099 / contract basis.)Aligned to Authentic values: Authenticity, Wisdom, Humility, Passion, GenerosityDesire to build a vibrant CMO consulting career as part of a team and national brandConsistently available 20-40 hours a week for long-term engagements (12-24+ months)Passion for helping small and mid-sized businesses grow and succeed15+ years of marketing leadership experience, with at least 5+ years at Sr. Director, VP or CMO levelModern marketer: Digitally-savvy and builder of omnichannel marketing programsSignificant in-house marketing leadership experience (not only agency or consulting background)Strong history and reference-supported track record of success in marketing leadershipProven ability to collaborate with C-Suite, sales, and investors: elevating marketing as a strategic partnerEager to learn and apply Authentic’s methodology and toolsLifelong learner who values new experiences, opportunities and challengesActive networker, motivated to nurture relationships and referralsCommitted to active participation in Mindshare meetings and learning eventsExcited to contribute thought leadership through Authentic content and eventsInterested in learning more about the fractional CMO life? Check out our webinar:#J-18808-Ljbffr