Strategic Leadership Placement & Advisory for Innovation-Led Organizations

We place and advise C-suite executives, board members, and governance leaders, fractional or full-time, who drive clarity, growth, and investor confidence. We also provide 1:1 executive coaching for corporate leaders transitioning into the fractional space.

C-Suite Executive Placement

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Placing Fractional or Full-Time C-Suite Leaders Who Drive Results

We match high-impact executives with organizations in need of strategic leadership, fast. Whether you're filling a gap, scaling a team, or evolving your business model, we help you find the right leader for the right stage.

  • From the CEO to the entire C-Suite, Board Chair, members, and advisors
  • Fractional, full-time, or project-based.
  • Individual placements or multi-role executive buildouts

  • High-growth startups or C-corps in transition
  • Founders needing seasoned operators
  • Companies starting, growing, expanding, or exiting

  • Leadership aligned to stage-specific growth
  • Increased operational clarity and accountability
  • Stronger executive presence for internal teams and external stakeholders

President and CEO Placement

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Vision-Aligned Leaders to Guide Growth and Transformation

We specialize in placing Presidents and CEOs with the experience to lead companies through scale, transformation, or transition. From visionary growth CEOs to operationally driven Presidents, we align top leadership to company goals.

  • Operational C-suite teams
  • Succession executives 
  • Founder transitions
  • Post-funding replacements
  • Companies and boards seeking executive succession plans
  • Private companies
  • Incubators
  • Private equity or venture-backed companies needing transformational leadership

 

  • Founder-led companies entering a new growth phase
  • Boards seeking executive succession plans
  • Private equity or venture-backed companies needing transformation leadership

  • Executive leadership clarity
  • Board and investor alignment
  • Stronger company-wide execution and culture

Board of Directors Placement

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Governance That Builds Trust, Confidence, and Strategic Oversight

We help build and evolve boards of directors to meet governance requirements, attract investors, and accelerate decision-making.

  • Independent chairpersons 
  • Board members 
  • Board advisors
  • Companies requiring governance expertise and mature firms rebalancing board composition after changes during transition
  • Companies building a board, adding, or changing board members.

  • Early-stage companies converting to C-Corp
  • Post-Series A/B companies adding governance structure
  • Mature firms rebalancing board composition

  • Stronger governance and compliance
  • Enhanced credibility with investors
  • Strategic boardroom-level guidance

Board of Advisors Placement

Fractional COO

Curated Strategic Advisors to Support Founders and C-Suite Leaders

Advisory boards offer executive teams sounding boards without formal governance obligations. We source proven industry leaders and subject matter experts who contribute perspective and insight.

  • Individual strategic advisors
  • Cross-functional or industry-specific advisory boards
  • Short-term or long-term advisory roles

  • Founders needing guidance without board control
  • Startups preparing for investment or strategic decisions
  • Leadership teams without deep domain expertise

  • Faster, better-informed decision-making
  • Access to high-level expertise
  • Improved investor confidence and founder support

Executive Coaching for Transition

Fractional Executive Team

1:1 Coaching for Executives Entering the Fractional Market
Coaching program to help executives transition from corporate or launch their fractional business for the first time.

  • A detailed understanding of the fractional industry
  • Personal branding, pricing, and business setup planning, structuring and validation
  • Transition plan from corporate to fractional
  • Offer structuring and market targeting
  • One-on-one coaching tailored to your industry and strengths

  • SaaS & Enterprise Tech

  • FinTech, PropTech, InsureTech

  • Health Tech, MedTech, EdTech

  • AI, Blockchain, AR/VR, Metaverse

  • Consumer Goods and Services

  • Retail, Fashion, Beauty, Travel

  • Real Estate, Finance, Emerging Markets

  • Landscaping, Gardening,

  • Outdoor Living, Furniture

  • Food & Beverage

  • Home Goods,

  • Education,

  • Virtual Reality Training,

  • Cybersecurity

  • Fraud

  • Transportation/Travel

  • Clarity on go-to-market strategy
  • Confidence in pricing, pitching, and placement
  • A plan to land fractional or board roles

Industries We Serve

Fractional Executive CMO

We specialize in placing executives and board leaders in high-growth and innovation-driven sectors

  • AI, Blockchain, AR/VR, Metaverse

  • Fintech, Proptech, Insurtech

  • SaaS & Enterprise Technology

  • EdTEch, MedTech 

  • CPG, Retail, and E-commerce

  • Real Estate, Travel, and Consumer Tech

  • Private Equity 
  • Venture Capital
  • Family Offices
  • Incubators 

Why Highland Valley Digital

Deep executive networks across tech, finance, and more

Built by operators who understand what real leadership looks like

Strategic placement and advisory services under one roof

Relationship-first approach, we prioritize fit over fast

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Strategic Precision

These leaders don’t guess. They guide.

Every executive we place is capable of setting and executing strategy at pace — from zero to scale, startup to exit, or chaos to clarity. They don’t just think long-term, they reverse-engineer outcomes, move fast to align execution and thrive on that accountability for results.

 

💡 Think: think enterprise-grade operators with board experience, cross-functional team leadership for companies in a variety of stages.

Relational Intelligence

They build buy-in fast, across, above, and below.
Whether stepping into a boardroom or an ops team call, they know how to read the room, influence outcomes, and unify stakeholders. No ego. No theatrics. Just quiet authority and earned trust.

💡 These leaders are known and referred to; their networks are deep, their representations precede them, and they are multipliers.

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Execution over Optics

They care about results — not noise.
We don’t place performative leaders who talk a big game. We place operators, strategists, and founders who have driven actual results — from operational turnaround to global scale. They’re already successful — they don’t need visibility to prove value.

💡 You won't find our leaders with an 'open-to-work' label on LinkedIn. We discreetly place the elite executives. 

Governance Mindset

They bring discipline to growth.
Especially in board and C-suite roles, our leaders understand how to balance velocity with risk, oversight with innovation. They align with investor expectations and operate with clarity, governance, and boardroom readiness.

 

💡 Many of our placements have deep board experience, deep board fundraising, and growth experience.

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Transition-Ready Agility

They step in fast and make sense of the mess.
Fractional doesn’t mean junior. It means focused. These leaders thrive in ambiguity — assessing, structuring, and executing in environments where speed, alignment, and decisiveness matter most.

💡 These are the leaders founders call when it’s time to launch a new company, raise capital, fix a broken plan, close an investment, or take their business to the next level with a discreet or rapid  upgrade.

High Standards — Results Oriented

They thrive on making an impact.
These are grounded, decisive, data-informed professionals who lead with confidence and a deep desire to deliver on their promise. They're respected because they've done the work before and can fast-track businesses with their expertise.

 

💡 If you're looking for the real executives, the ones who will answer the call 24-7 to help the deal close, these are the leaders we place. 

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Our Leaders Don’t Come From Job Boards. They Come From Boardrooms.


Looking for talent that matches this DNA? We’ve curated a vetted, trusted network of C-suite and board-ready professionals who lead with impact.

Leadership Assessment Criteria

 
Our leaders embody these six essential core qualities.

Reliable

Our executives are known for their dependability. They take ownership of outcomes, maintain accountability under pressure, and consistently deliver on commitments that move organizations forward.

Positive

Leaders bring an encouraging, solutions-oriented mindset that inspires teams and strengthens collaboration. Their ability to build trust and maintain optimism drive performance across organizations.

Data Driven

Every decision is backed by analysis. Executives apply data strategically to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and guide business-critical decisions with precision.

Inclusive

Our leaders prioritize inclusivity and diversity, knowing that resilient organizations are built on varied perspectives and equitable practices. Every voice can contribute to success.

Flexible

Executives adapt seamlessly to dynamic business needs. Whether stepping into transformation, scaling, or crisis, they remain agile while keeping long-term strategy in focus.

Results Focused

Leaders are defined by impact. They align strategy with measurable outcomes, driving sustainable growth and transformation while holding themselves to the highest standard.

If you are experiencing these growth symptoms, a Fractional Executive can provide some welcome relief!

 

Struggling with the Time and Cost of Hiring Executives

Access our pool of top-tier, vetted executives available immediately and affordably, allowing you to scale with expertise and ease.

 

Exploring Executive Before Deciding on a Full-Time Hire

Enjoy the flexibility to trial and replace executives with our hassle-free, adaptable hiring solutions that avoid HR issues, and determine if you need a full-time hire for the future.

 

Too Caught Up in Day-to-Day Operations

Delegate with confidence, our fractional executives will lead your divisions, freeing you to focus on strategic growth and gaining critical time back.

 

Growth has Stalled, Diminishing Team Morale

Reinvigorate your team with fresh perspectives and expert strategies tailored to rejuvenate your business.  Enhance your team further with a DEI and collaborative mindset.

 

Wasting Resources on Ineffective Tools and Training

Leverage our industry-specific experts who bring proven methods and resources to drive efficient growth and reduce overheads.

 

Executive Transitions are Draining My Resources

Fill leadership gaps swiftly and flexibly with our ready-to-deploy executives, ensuring continuity within your team and boost morale.

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