Most early-stage companies don’t go looking for a “Chief of Staff.”
They don’t need a full-time COO. They’re not trying to add more layers of management.
They just need someone they trust to step in and bring structure, momentum, and relief.
And whether they realize it or not — they’re already saying the quiet part out loud.
I’ve heard every single one of these from founders I’ve worked with — sometimes in the same week:
That's where a Deployable Chief of Staff comes in.
We all know the term Chief of Staff from politics, the military, or high-powered corporate roles. It sounds formal. Heavy. Maybe even unnecessary.
But in a startup or growth-stage company, it means something different. It’s not about hierarchy or bureaucracy — it’s about protecting the founder’s time, aligning the leadership team, and driving real execution across the business.
In that context, a Chief of Staff becomes the person who keeps the entire system moving — calmly, quietly, and without creating noise.
Not every company calls it a Chief of Staff. But a lot of them need it — especially when the cracks start to show.
These are the kinds of companies that feel the friction — even if they haven’t named it yet:
What a Deployable CoS Does
A great CoS doesn’t just “take things off your plate.”
They protect your focus and scale your intent.
If you’re feeling the weight, but can’t quite name what’s off --
This is for you.
I’ve worked inside med-tech, venture-backed startups, elite athlete brands, and nonprofits.
This role isn’t about being an assistant. It’s about being the glue that holds momentum, execution, and leadership together — so you can actually scale what’s working.