The Operational Partner Growth-Stage CEOs Call Before Their Next Big Move

I help your growth-stage clients prepare their operations for major transitions - scaling, funding, acquisition, or expansion. The behind-the-scenes partner who ensures their operations match their ambitions.

See If We're A Fit

Built For Companies That Are

Scaling revenue but operations feel chaotic

Growing fast but systems haven't kept up with demand

Preparing for ownership transition or exit

Need operations bulletproofed before a major transaction

Growing fast but leadership team is overwhelmed

CEO doing too much, team needs structure to execute

Ready to invest in systematic operational improvement

Past the startup phase, ready for professional operations

Strategic Operations That Scale

Three core ways I support the companies you refer:

Operational Readiness Audit

Complete diagnostic of systems, leadership, and processes to identify scaling bottlenecks

Investment starts at $15K

Leadership Structure Design

Build the organizational structure and accountability systems for your next growth phase

Investment starts at $20K

Growth Transition Program

End-to-end operational preparation for major transitions - funding, acquisition, or expansion

Investment starts at $25K

Companies I Work With Typically Have

✓ $5M+ Annual Revenue:

Established business with proven market fit

✓ Growth Trajectory:

Scaling challenges, not survival mode

✓ Leadership Investment:

Team ready for systematic change

✓ Operational Budget:

Resources allocated for strategic improvements

Meet Joe Fenten

Engineer turned entrepreneur.
Operator turned strategic advisor.

I built South Carolina's first craft distillery, scaled it internationally, and sold it to private equity. Along the way, I learned how to lead teams through chaos, build systems that scale, and turn setbacks into momentum.

Today, I work with founders and CEOs as a Fractional COO and strategic advisor, helping growth-stage companies execute with clarity and scale with confidence. I do this through my role at TechCXO, a national executive advisory firm, and through direct partnerships with companies that deserve operational excellence.

I live in Greenville, SC with my wife and kids. I hike, camp, and occasionally drink too much sweet tea.

Client Results

Joe has been a breath of fresh air, bringing a much-needed level of structure, clarity, and direction to the chaos of entrepreneurship.

Adam Anderson, Hook Security Co-Founder

After years of rapid growth, I hit a wall—exhausted, underpaid, and overwhelmed. Joe stepped in and helped me untangle the mess. From pricing and processes to team structure, he brought clarity and calm to the chaos. I'm still on the journey, but thanks to Joe’s steady guidance, I finally feel in control again.

Lindsay Niedringhaus, TealHaus Strategies

Joe transformed our company by streamlining workflows across departments like sales and HR. He built scalable frameworks that boosted efficiency, saving us over 10 hours each week and helping with team alignment.

Luke Johnson, Katalyst CEO

Why Advisors Choose to Collaborate

✓ Behind-the-scenes partner who makes you look better

✓ No overlap with your services - I handle operations, you handle your expertise

✓ Mutual referral relationship - I send business your way too

✓ Collaborative approach - we can co-create client solutions

Ready to Explore Working Together?

I'm always interested in connecting with professionals who work with growth-stage companies.

Let's explore how we might collaborate.

Let's Connect

I'll respond within 24 hours to set up our conversation.