Operations Professionals: Insights & Resources

Best Fractional Integrators

Ryan Stevens
February 19, 2026
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Operations Professionals: Insights & Resources

Best Fractional Integrators

Best Fractional Integrator Services

Across global business hubs—from Chicago, Austin, and Toronto to London, Sydney, Melbourne, and increasingly remote-first organizations—founders and leadership teams are rethinking how operational leadership should actually work. Visionaries are everywhere. Execution is not. As companies scale, complexity compounds: priorities blur, teams lose alignment, and the gap between strategy and execution quietly widens.

That gap is where fractional integrators come in.

Rather than defaulting to full-time COOs or internal operators before systems and scale are fully ready, organizations are increasingly turning to fractional, outsourced, part-time, and virtual integrators. These leaders embed directly into businesses to translate vision into execution, align leadership teams, install operating rhythms, and bring calm to chaos—without the long-term overhead of a permanent executive hire.

At their best, integrators don’t just “keep things moving.” They create clarity, accountability, and momentum. When integration works, founders can focus on vision, growth feels intentional, and teams execute with confidence. When it doesn’t, even high-potential companies stall.

This is where Digital Reference’s focus on radical authenticity and transparency becomes especially relevant. Integrator roles are built entirely on trust—trust from founders, leadership teams, and employees alike. Yet traditional hiring rarely shows how integrators actually operate. Digital Reference exists to change that by surfacing verified experience, professional references, and video-based insight that reveals leadership style, decision-making, and execution—not just résumés.

This guide introduces a curated, global collection of fractional integrator services, selected through deep research and evaluation. You’ll find providers across North America, the U.K., Europe, and APAC—each shaping their local business ecosystems while operating with a global mindset.

🌍 Methodology: How We Selected These Fractional Integrators

Our selection process reflects the same principles Digital Reference applies to professional credibility and trust.

🔍 Research-led evaluation
Each provider was reviewed based on service specificity, operating frameworks (including EOS where relevant), demonstrated outcomes, and clarity around execution leadership.

🧠 Founder and executive visibility
We prioritized firms where founders or senior leaders remain hands-on—working directly with founders, CEOs, and leadership teams.

🌐 Global and cross-border capability
All featured providers support organizations operating across regions, remote teams, or international markets.

🤝 Flexible engagement models
Fractional, advisory-led, and virtual integrator models were favored to reflect how modern organizations actually scale.

📈 Outcome orientation
Selection focused on leaders who clearly articulate impact—execution discipline, leadership alignment, operational cadence, and sustainable growth.

🌟 Featured Fractional Integrator Services (Global)

Fractional Integrators Alliance


What they do:
Fractional Integrators Alliance connects organizations with experienced fractional integrators who specialize in aligning leadership teams and operational systems.

Who they work with:
Growth-stage and scaling businesses using EOS and similar operating systems.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator engagements through a vetted alliance model.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Strong peer-based integrator network
⚡ EOS-aligned execution discipline
🎯 Focus on leadership team health

Rick Duncan — Partner & Fractional Integrator

Rick Duncan is a seasoned EOS-focused Fractional Integrator known for helping founder-led businesses turn ambitious vision into disciplined execution. Through the Fractional Integrators Alliance, he supports organizations navigating growth, accountability, and leadership alignment without the overhead of a full-time integrator. Rick stands out for his practical, no-nonsense approach to operational clarity and his deep understanding of how to scale EOS inside real-world companies.

Abbott Consulting

What they do:
Abbott Consulting provides fractional EOS Integrator services with a strong focus on leadership alignment and operational clarity.

Who they work with:
U.K.-based SMEs and founder-led businesses.

Operating model:
Fractional EOS Integrator and advisory services.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Deep EOS expertise
⚡ Calm, people-centered leadership
🎯 Practical execution frameworks

Sarah Abbott — Owner & Fractional EOS Integrator

Sarah Abbott brings a calm, structured leadership style to organizations adopting or optimizing EOS, particularly across the UK and Europe. As a Fractional EOS Integrator, she helps leadership teams gain traction by tightening accountability, simplifying priorities, and building execution rhythms that actually stick. Sarah is widely respected for her ability to translate EOS principles into sustainable, people-first operating systems.

Fractional Integrator Solutions™

What they do:
Fractional Integrator Solutions™ delivers hands-on integrator leadership designed to restore focus and execution momentum.

Who they work with:
Founder-led and scaling organizations.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator and operational leadership engagements.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Execution-first mindset
⚡ Clear accountability structures
🎯 Sustainable operating cadence

Suzanne Lyon — Fractional Integrator & Owner

Suzanne Lyon specializes in helping growing businesses regain control as complexity increases, acting as a steady operational anchor for leadership teams. Through Fractional Integrator Solutions™, she works closely with founders to clarify vision, strengthen leadership alignment, and ensure execution matches intent. Suzanne’s strength lies in her hands-on partnership style and her ability to simplify operations without losing momentum.

The Fractional Integrators

What they do:
The Fractional Integrators provide fractional COO and integrator leadership for organizations seeking execution consistency.

Who they work with:
Growth-stage companies across industries.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator and COO services.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Dual COO–Integrator capability
⚡ Strong leadership alignment focus
🎯 Execution discipline at scale

Mike Jones — Fractional Integrator / COO

Mike Jones operates at the intersection of strategy and execution, supporting organizations as a Fractional Integrator and COO. He is known for stepping into complex operational environments and quickly creating structure, cadence, and accountability across teams. Mike’s leadership stands out for its adaptability—meeting companies where they are while preparing them for their next growth phase.

Fractional Integrator Services

What they do:
Fractional Integrator Services offers integrator and COO leadership tailored to scaling Canadian businesses.

Who they work with:
Founder-led and growth-stage organizations in Canada.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator and COO engagements.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Strong execution frameworks
⚡ Founder-aligned leadership
🎯 Long-term operational health

Jessie Charlton — Owner & Fractional Integrator/COO

Jessie Charlton helps organizations scale with intention by serving as a Fractional Integrator and COO for growing leadership teams across Canada. Her work focuses on operational discipline, role clarity, and turning strategic goals into repeatable execution. Jessie is recognized for her ability to balance people, process, and performance without overengineering the business.

Integrated Executives


What they do:
Integrated Executives provides fractional integrator and Chief of Staff services for leadership teams.

Who they work with:
Organizations navigating scale and complexity.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator and executive support engagements.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Chief of Staff integration
⚡ Leadership team alignment
🎯 Strategic execution support

Jane Grainger — Fractional Integrator & Chief of Staff

Jane Grainger brings a unique Chief of Staff lens to her work as a Fractional Integrator, helping executive teams stay aligned, focused, and accountable. At Integrated Executives, she supports organizations managing scale, change, and increasing leadership complexity. Jane’s strength lies in her precision—connecting strategy, leadership communication, and operational follow-through.

SPCTE Inc


What they do:
SPCTE Inc delivers operational and execution leadership grounded in organizational balance and clarity.

Who they work with:
Mission-driven and growth-oriented organizations.

Operating model:
Fractional executive and integrator leadership.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Values-driven execution
⚡ Organizational equilibrium focus
🎯 Sustainable performance

Sonia Perron — Founder & CEO

Sonia Perron is a globally experienced operational leader who founded SPCTE Inc to help organizations achieve sustainable performance through structured execution. Her work blends integrator leadership, organizational balance, and human-centered operations. Sonia stands out for her holistic approach—aligning systems, leadership behavior, and execution discipline to drive long-term results.

Grow Advantage

What they do:
Grow Advantage provides fractional integrator services for Australian businesses scaling with intention.

Who they work with:
Founder-led organizations across Australia.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator and consulting engagements.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Growth-focused execution
⚡ APAC market insight
🎯 Practical leadership systems

Chrissy Elle — Fractional Integrator, Founder & Consultant

Chrissy Elle supports growing Australian businesses as a Fractional Integrator focused on clarity, traction, and leadership alignment. Through Grow Advantage, she helps founders move from reactive operations to intentional execution. Chrissy is known for her approachable leadership style and her ability to simplify complex operational challenges.

Unity Guides Inc.

What they do:
Unity Guides supports leadership teams through fractional integrator and alignment-focused services.

Who they work with:
Organizations seeking unity between vision and execution.

Operating model:
Fractional Integrator leadership.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Strong cultural alignment
⚡ Leadership unity focus
🎯 Execution through trust

Clayton Stenson — Founder

Clayton Stenson founded Unity Guides to help leadership teams build alignment, accountability, and operational coherence as they scale. His work emphasizes integrator-style leadership that connects vision, people, and execution into a unified operating rhythm. Clayton stands out for his focus on leadership trust and team cohesion as foundational drivers of execution success.

Chaos to Efficiency


What they do:
Chaos to Efficiency specializes in transforming disorganized operations into structured, high-functioning systems.

Who they work with:
Organizations experiencing rapid growth or operational strain.

Operating model:
Fractional COO and Integrator services.

💡 Why they stand out:
✨ Transformation-focused leadership
⚡ Clear execution frameworks
🎯 Sustainable operational rhythm

Emily Bryant — Fractional COO & Integrator

Emily Bryant specializes in stepping into fast-moving organizations that feel operationally overwhelmed and bringing order without slowing growth. As a Fractional COO and Integrator, she helps leadership teams move from chaos to clarity through structure, prioritization, and execution discipline. Emily is particularly valued for her ability to stabilize operations while keeping teams engaged and aligned.

Final Thoughts: Fractional Integration Runs on Trust

Across global markets, fractional integrators are redefining how organizations execute, align, and scale. These leaders bring structure without bureaucracy, accountability without fear, and momentum without burnout.

👇 Continue exploring Digital Reference resources:

Digital Reference supports this shift by making integrator leadership visible and verifiable. Through video resumes and professional reference collection, we help organizations understand how integrators actually lead—before trust becomes a risk.

Fractional integration works best when credibility is transparent.
Digital Reference is here to make that trust unmistakable.

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