Align. Execute. Scale.
Fractional COO + CSO for staffing and recruiting firms — so you can focus on what you want to do, not what you have to.
Years Experience
Reps Managed
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Our Promise
From napkin sketch to lasting success.
Every great business starts the same way — not in a boardroom, not in a pitch deck, but on a napkin. A scribbled idea, a rough number, a circle with an arrow. That moment of clarity, when the vision is raw and real, is where every company's "why" is born.
Some of the world's most recognized companies — from Southwest Airlines to McDonald's — trace their origins back to a simple sketch on a piece of paper. The napkin doesn't care about perfection. It only captures possibility.
But somewhere between that napkin and today, the vision gets buried under daily operations, underperforming teams, and stalled growth. Our job is to bring you back to it.
"We treat your business like it's our own napkin sketch — and we work tirelessly to see it fulfilled."
Proven Results
What We Fix
Three Areas. One Integrated System.
Through a focus on People, Process, Policies, and Change Management — we've identified the barriers that impact growth and we have the solutions.
Area 01
Sales
We identify and eliminate the sales barriers holding your pipeline back — building the frameworks, cadences, and accountability structures that drive consistent, predictable revenue.
Area 02
Delivery
Redesign onboarding, project handoffs, and SLA workflows so client requests are fulfilled faster with fewer escalations and stronger satisfaction.
Area 03
Operational Excellence
"Growth obstacles are common. Our solutions are proven."
With over 30 years of experience, we've seen the roadblocks that consistently hold teams back — and we know how to resolve them.
Unclear Goals & Metrics
We build proven OKR frameworks that drive clarity, focus, and measurable progress
Overreliance on Technology
We strengthen discovery, engagement, and client trust beyond marginal activity
Lack of Accountability & Urgency
We build urgency into the culture so reps consistently hit targets
Inefficient Daily Operations
We establish operational discipline and streamline workflows that keep pipelines active
Overextended or Absent Leadership
We step in with fractional executive support, providing structure and guidance
Talent & Turnover Issues
We improve hiring practices, strengthen retention, and develop future leaders
Difficulty Scaling
We implement systems that prepare sales organizations to scale with confidence
The Ultimate Growth Accelerator
SalesHunter serves as both your CSO & COO.
Most firms get advice from one direction. We bring both — the sales acceleration of a Chief Sales Officer and the operational discipline of a Chief Operating Officer, working as one integrated force inside your business.
Chief Sales Officer
C-level sales leadership without the full-time cost. We drive revenue growth, build pipeline velocity, and develop your team into consistent, confident producers.
- —Optimize sales frameworks and close rates
- —Build and manage pipeline cadences
- —Define and target ideal client profiles (ICPs)
- —Drive market expansion into new verticals
- —Develop sales enablement — playbooks, messaging, objection handling
- —Align KPI/OKR quotas to reinforce desired behaviors
- —Train and develop teams into confident producers
Chief Operating Officer
Operational excellence without the full-time overhead. We build the systems, accountability structures, and processes that allow your business to scale sustainably.
- —Streamline recruiter workflows and time management
- —Implement accountability structures and KPIs
- —Standardize processes for consistency across teams
- —Build scalable systems that reduce inefficiency
- —Establish operational discipline and daily cadences
- —Improve hiring practices and reduce turnover
- —Develop future leaders through mentorship and coaching
Full Desk Recruiter Management
Fractional leadership designed to optimize both sides of the desk — helping recruiters stay efficient, accountable, and consistently successful across sourcing, client relationships, and revenue.
- —90-Day Performance Lift — measurable increase in deals closed
- —Pipeline Consistency — active pipelines that prevent peaks and valleys
- —Efficiency & Balance — time-ratio frameworks that maximize output
- —Candidate & Client Engagement — systems that improve follow-up
- —Accountability & Metrics — clear visibility into daily performance
- —Leadership Development — preparing recruiters for future roles
The Difference
Staffing & Recruiting Industry Expert
Over 30 years of staffing and recruiting expertise combined with the proven power of fractional leadership.
Why a Fractional CSO + COO?
Growth requires the right balance of strategy and execution.
Our dual leadership model gives you both — the sales acceleration of a Chief Sales Officer and the operational excellence of a Chief Operating Officer, working as one integrated force.
Operations Excellence
Fractional COO
- —Streamline recruiter workflows and time management
- —Implement accountability structures and KPIs that drive results
- —Standardize operational processes for consistency across teams
- —Build scalable systems that reduce inefficiency and prevent burnout
Sales Leadership
Fractional CSO
- —Optimize sales frameworks to improve close rates and pipeline velocity
- —Drive market expansion into new verticals and regions
- —Train and develop sales and recruiting teams into confident producers
- —Align sales execution with company strategy for profitable growth
Our Framework
The Full Wheel Framework
Refined and proven across enterprise, mid-size, and boutique firms — we don't just provide the framework, we implement and manage it for results.
- —Activates pipelines in 30 days
- —Produces measurable ROI within 90 days
- —Market-proof design that thrives under any condition
- —Elevates reps and recruiters into consistent, confident producers
When Speed Matters
Quick Overhauls & Turnarounds
When performance stalls, we blend strategy with execution to deliver immediate impact — quick wins that energize teams while laying the foundation for long-term success.
- —Needs Assessments — uncover operational and sales inefficiencies
- —Gap Analysis — pinpoint exactly where opportunities are being missed
- —Reverse-Engineered Tactics — build strategies starting with the desired outcome
How We Work
We don't advise. We implement.
We roll up our sleeves and work alongside your team across four layers that drive people, process, profitability, and growth.
Implementers
We don't stop at telling you what to do — we do the work with you. From building sales frameworks to restructuring operations, we embed proven systems to create immediate momentum.
Changemakers
Change is hard, but necessary for growth. We identify what's holding you back and lead the transition — shifting culture, improving accountability, and repositioning your team to thrive.
Developers
Our focus is people first. We develop leaders and sales professionals through accountability, training, and mentorship — turning potential into measurable performance.
Coaches
We don't just fix and leave. We coach your team through the process with ongoing guidance, feedback, and accountability — ensuring the transformation lasts.
"We implement, manage, coach, and drive for results."
Who We Serve
Built Exclusively for Staffing & Recruiting Firms.
Mid-size and boutique agencies. We understand the unique nuances of this industry — its challenges, its opportunities, and its people.
Revenue Range
$5M – $30M
Mid-size and boutique staffing and recruiting agencies positioned for the next level of growth.
Team Size
5 – 30
Lean, driven teams where every person counts and leadership has direct impact on outcomes.
Our Belief
Success is always people first.
Strategies, frameworks, and results matter — but it's the investment in people that defines lasting impact.
Our Ideal Partner
Defined by vision and intent.
At SalesHunter, we believe success is always people first. Strategies, frameworks, and results matter, but it's the investment in people — your staff, your clients, your community — that defines lasting impact.
That's why when you partner with us, you gain more than leadership support. You gain a partner who cares deeply about your mission and is committed to building growth that endures.
"Together, we'll scale your business, strengthen your team, and leave a legacy worth building."
We Partner With Firms That
- →Seek to realign with their "why" and rediscover the purpose behind their business
- →Are determined to stop the reverse slide in growth and profitability
- →Invest in their people and want the best for their staff
- →Desire COO-level leadership support to scale effectively and sustainably
- →Strive to create a legacy that goes beyond numbers and impacts lives
- →Know they could be doing better and want more from their teams and company
- →Value a true partnership — one where leadership cares about results, people, clients, and community
The Process
Three Steps to Sales Revival
Rapid Diagnosis
2–4 week assessment to identify your top 3–5 root causes and quick wins across sales, delivery, and operations.
Framework Design
Operational playbooks, sales processes, role definitions, and recruiting funnels tailored to your business.
Implement & Scale
Hands-on rollout, leadership coaching, and clear KPIs to embed new habits and sustain measurable gains.
Common Questions
What to Expect from a Fractional COO.
If you've never worked with a fractional executive before, here are the questions we hear most — answered directly.
What exactly does a Fractional COO do — and how is it different from a consultant?+
A consultant gives advice and hands you a report. A Fractional COO steps inside your business and does the work. We build the systems, lead the people, implement the processes, and drive accountability — just like a full-time COO would, but without the full-time cost. The difference is execution. We don't just tell you what to do; we do it with you.
How quickly will we see results?+
Most clients see measurable momentum within the first 30 days — pipeline activation, clearer accountability, and operational gaps identified. By 90 days, you'll have implemented frameworks, improved team performance, and a clear picture of what's driving or blocking growth. We engineer for quick wins that also build long-term foundation.
We're a small staffing firm. Are we too small for this kind of leadership support?+
Not at all — in fact, firms in the $5M–$30M range with teams of 5–30 people are exactly who we built this for. You're large enough that leadership gaps are costing you real money, but lean enough that one strong fractional leader can move the entire organization. This is where fractional COO + CSO support delivers the highest return.
How much of your time do we actually get?+
That depends on the engagement — but you get focused, high-impact time, not hours billed for emails. We structure engagements around outcomes, not seat time. Whether it's a defined number of days per month or a project-based sprint, every interaction is purposeful and tied to your growth goals.
What makes SalesHunter different from other fractional executives or consultants?+
Three things: industry specificity, dual-role capability, and implementation. We work exclusively with staffing and recruiting firms — we speak your language, understand your margins, and know your people challenges. We serve as both CSO and COO, so sales and operations move together instead of pulling against each other. And we don't advise from the sideline — we implement, manage, coach, and drive results from inside your business.
Get in Touch
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