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Fractional Chief Operating Officer

A fractional chief operating officer gives your company full COO-level operational leadership without the $300K–$500K annual commitment. Kamyar Shah serves as a fractional chief operating officer through World Consulting Group for companies between $2M and $100M.

30 minutes. No pitch. No sales process.
25+
Years in Operations
650+
Client Engagements
90
Day Operating Plans
$2M-100M
Client Revenue Range

Why Companies Choose a Fractional Chief Operating Officer

The fractional chief operating officer model exists because most growing companies need a COO’s capabilities before they can afford or justify a full-time hire. The operational problems—founder bottleneck, broken processes, reactive management—are real. The budget for a $300K executive is not yet there.

A fractional chief operating officer provides the same operational leadership as a full-time COO, working part-time typically 10–20 hours per week. The difference: cost, risk, and speed. No 3–6 month search. No $50K recruiter fee. No 40% chance of a failed hire. The fractional model delivers operational leadership immediately.

Kamyar Shah has served as a fractional chief operating officer for over 650 companies through World Consulting Group. The operational infrastructure he builds—management systems, process architecture, team accountability—outlasts every engagement.

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What Kamyar Shah Delivers as a Fractional Chief Operating Officer

Executive operational leadership. Kamyar Shah sits in your leadership team as your fractional chief operating officer. He participates in strategic decisions, owns operational accountability, and bridges the gap between strategy and execution.

Operational system design. Kamyar Shah designs and builds the complete operational infrastructure your company needs: process architecture, management reporting, KPI frameworks, and accountability structures.

Team leadership and development. A fractional chief operating officer leads your operational team. Kamyar Shah manages managers, resolves cross-departmental conflicts, and builds the leadership capability your company needs for its next stage.

Transition planning. Every fractional chief operating officer engagement ends with a transition plan. The operational systems run independently. The leadership team is capable. The company no longer needs the fractional engagement to function.

Client Results

What Clients Say

“Kamyar Shah is an excellent COO. He would be an outstanding COO for your company, bringing nothing but success. His high level of expertise and self-confidence paired with solid leadership skills ensure the design and implementation of policies that promote positive company culture and vision.”
Brenda Doles, RN, MBA / President, HCRS, Inc.
“I have been looking for a COO with Kamyar’s expertise for over seven years. He is the cleaner for all the messes that come with running a business. He implemented policies and systems that helped create solid footing for our company to grow from.”
Ben Burns / Founder and CEO, Discount Two-Way Radio Corporation

Investment

A fractional chief operating officer engagement with Kamyar Shah through World Consulting Group typically ranges from $6,000 to $15,000 per month. Compare this to a full-time COO at $300K–$500K annually plus equity and benefits. The fractional chief operating officer model delivers the same executive-level operational leadership at 20–40% of the cost.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a fractional chief operating officer do?
A fractional chief operating officer provides part-time COO-level leadership: operational strategy, system design, team management, and execution accountability. Kamyar Shah serves as a fractional chief operating officer through World Consulting Group, working 10–20 hours per week.
How is a fractional chief operating officer different from an operations consultant?
A fractional chief operating officer takes executive accountability for operational outcomes. An operations consultant advises. Kamyar Shah as your fractional chief operating officer owns the operational function, not just the advisory role.
How much does a fractional chief operating officer cost?
A fractional chief operating officer with Kamyar Shah costs $6,000–$15,000 per month through World Consulting Group versus $300K–$500K annually for a full-time COO.
How long does a fractional chief operating officer engagement last?
Most fractional chief operating officer engagements with Kamyar Shah run 6–18 months. The engagement ends when the operational systems are built, the team can run them independently, and the company has clarity on whether a full-time COO is warranted.

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