Start with the ownership gap
Define the decisions, team, measures and initiatives that currently lack accountable leadership.
Choose the right fractional scope
Commercial, supply, product, country leadership and transformation roles require different authority and operating rhythms.
Frame the first 90 days
Set outcomes, stabilisation priorities, decision rights and the expected transition into permanent capability.
Build the handover from the beginning
A strong fractional mandate improves internal capability and prepares a clear route back to permanent ownership.
When outside expertise is useful
- A senior role is vacant or recruitment will take time
- The company needs a C-level capability without a full-time cost
- A market entry or transformation requires accountable leadership
- The founder needs to transfer cross-functional ownership
- The permanent role is not yet clearly defined
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a fractional Chief Commercial Officer for a travel business?
Travel Spark provides fractional commercial leadership across growth, pricing, distribution, partnerships, product and performance for travel businesses.
Can Travel Spark provide fractional supply leadership?
Yes. Fractional Chief Supply Officer work can cover contracting, product, supplier portfolios, connectivity, performance and team capability.
Is a fractional executive the same as an advisor?
A fractional executive carries defined authority and accountability inside the business. An advisor supports and challenges leaders who retain that ownership.