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Fractional Director of Content
Strategic Content Leadership for Visionary Thought Leaders
You’re Ready For This If:
✓ You’ve crossed the Employee #11 threshold and need Series B-level positioning
✓ You recognize content as a strategic business function, not a marketing task
✓ You want a thought partner who thinks like an executive, not a content creator
✓ You’re ready to position yourself as the visionary thought leader shaping your industry
✓ You have $25K+ annual budget for strategic content leadership
What Up To 20 Hours Per Month Looks Like
Strategic Content Direction (40% of time)
Your industry-specific content strategy brain trust
- Monthly strategic planning sessions aligned with your Series B timeline and industry positioning goals
- Industry conference and speaking opportunity preparation and positioning
- Media request management and strategic response planning for maximum industry authority impact
- Board presentation and investor communication messaging development
- Competitive landscape monitoring and strategic response planning for industry leadership positioning
BRAVE Framework Implementation (30% of time)
Your personalized content methodology
- Bold positioning strategy execution across all platforms
- Resilient content systems that work with your executive schedule
- Artistic storytelling that cuts through your industry’s noise
- Vibrant communication that inspires industry adoption
- Expressive thought leadership that shapes industry conversations
Executive Content Production (20% of time)
High-impact content that reflects your vision
- Strategic content creation: thought leadership articles, keynote talking points
- Executive communication support: investor updates, board presentations
- Media preparation: interview talking points, strategic messaging
- Content optimization for maximum industry influence
Film, video, and event production direction when needed (leveraging 20+ years in entertainment industry)
Performance Analysis & Iteration (10% of time)
Strategic measurement that matters
- Thought leadership positioning assessment
- Industry influence and recognition tracking
- Content performance analysis focused on business outcomes
- Strategic recommendations for scaling influence
Why Visionary Thought Leaders Choose This Model
You get executive-level strategic thinking without the overhead of a full-time hire.
Most companies at your stage aren’t ready for a full-time Chief Content Officer, but you need someone who thinks strategically about narrative positioning and industry influence.
You get 20+ years of Fortune 500 and documentary filmmaking experience.
I understand how to position executives for maximum industry impact because I’ve worked at the highest levels of business and entertainment.
You get a true strategic partner who enhances your existing team.
This isn’t about replacing your marketing team—it’s about amplifying your vision through strategic content leadership. I work collaboratively with your Marketing Director or CMO to ensure your thought leadership positioning supports all your business initiatives, while bringing entertainment industry expertise for high-impact projects.
Measurable Business Outcomes You Can Expect
Industry Authority Development
- Speaking opportunities at industry conferences, panels, and thought leadership events
- Media positioning as the definitive expert voice, not just another “female founder”
- Industry recognition through awards, analyst reports, and peer acknowledgment
- Thought leadership citations in industry publications and research
Strategic Business Opportunities
- Partnership discussions where you’re approached as an industry peer and strategic equal
- Board and advisory invitations at complementary companies in your ecosystem
- Consulting and speaking revenue opportunities that align with your business goals
- Strategic relationship development with industry leaders, investors, and decision-makers
Series B Positioning Advantages
- Investor meetings focused on your industry vision and leadership, not basic qualifications
- Due diligence conversations where investors reference your thought leadership content
- Valuation discussions supported by your recognized industry authority status
- Term sheet negotiations from the position of established thought leadership
Competitive Market Position
- Industry influence that competitors recognize and media seeks out first
- Strategic positioning that differentiates you from other executives in your space
- Market leadership recognition that affects partnership and acquisition opportunities
How We Work Together
Month 1: Strategic Foundation
- Deep dive strategic assessment using the Media Maven Method
- BRAVE Framework customization for your industry and vision
- Content architecture development aligned with Series B timeline
- Initial high-impact content creation
Months 2-3: Strategic Implementation
- Monthly strategic planning and content direction
- Ongoing content creation and executive communication support
- Industry positioning optimization and thought leadership development
- Performance analysis and strategic iteration
Ongoing: Strategic Partnership
- Quarterly strategic reviews and planning sessions
- Continuous industry narrative positioning and influence-building
- Executive content support for key business initiatives
- Collaboration with your existing marketing team to amplify your stories across film, media, and events
- Full production capabilities available: Film/video production, event production, and strategic media planning when projects require entertainment industry expertise
- Strategic content leadership that evolves with your business
Client Success Story
Jennifer came with groundbreaking Women in Cannabis Study research, but needed strategic positioning to establish industry thought leadership.
The Challenge: Academic research with industry-changing insights, but no strategic way to position Jennifer as THE cannabis industry authority.
The Strategic Approach: We developed a comprehensive narrative positioning strategy that transformed Jennifer from researcher to industry visionary.
The Result: Jennifer is now recognized as the definitive voice in cannabis research, with her insights shaping policy discussions and industry direction.
“Windy’s creative vision far exceeded my expectations and truly raised the level of professionalism for the entire project. Her passion for equity and inclusion was a huge benefit to the video series.” — Jennifer Whetzel
Investment: Starting At $5K/Month
What’s included:
- Up to 20 hours of strategic content leadership per month
- Monthly strategic planning and direction sessions
- BRAVE Framework implementation and optimization
- Executive-level content creation and communication support
- Strategic performance analysis and recommendations
- Direct access for strategic content questions and opportunities
Retainer terms:
- 3-month minimum engagement
- Available on a renewable quarterly basis or annual commitment
- Hours are “use it or lose it” and don’t roll over month to month
- Additional hours available with prior approval and a separate agreement
Industries I Specialize In
Purpose-driven female founders in:
- Technology and SaaS
- Fintech and financial services and SaaS
- Media and digital content
- Sustainability and clean tech
- Healthcare and biotech
- FemTech
Company stage:
- Post-Employee #11 threshold
- Ready for visionary thought leader positioning
- Approaching or preparing for Series B
- $1-10M annual revenue
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is this different from hiring a marketing agency?
A: Marketing agencies create content. I provide strategic content leadership. I think like an executive partner about how content positions you for industry leadership and business growth.
Q: What's the time commitment from me?
A: Minimal. Monthly strategic sessions, review of materials I create, and input on key strategic decisions. I handle execution—you provide strategic direction.
Q: How do you measure success?
A: Success is measured by strategic business outcomes: industry recognition, thought leadership positioning, strategic partnership opportunities, and Series B preparation progress.
Q: How do you work with our existing marketing team?
A: I partner with your marketing team to amplify your strategic vision. While they handle day-to-day marketing execution, I focus on positioning you as a visionary thought leader. We work together to ensure your narrative is consistent across all channels, and I bring entertainment industry expertise for high-impact film, video, and event projects when needed.
Q: Can this scale as we grow?
A: Absolutely. Many clients start with quarterly engagements and move to annual commitments as we build strategic momentum. The model scales with your business growth, and we can add full production services (films, videos, events) as opportunities arise.
Ready To Discuss Your Strategic Content Leadership?
This is perfect for visionary thought leaders who:
- Understand content as a strategic business function
- Are ready to position themselves as industry destiny-shapers
- Want a true strategic partner, not just a content creator
- Have the budget and commitment for executive-level content leadership
In our strategy session, we’ll discuss:
- Your specific industry positioning challenges
- How the BRAVE Framework applies to your business goals
- Strategic content leadership opportunities for your company
- Whether the Fractional Director model is right for your stage
Not Ready For Monthly Retainer?
Strategic content leadership today determines your industry positioning tomorrow. Ready to claim your place as a visionary thought leader?

