Frequently asked questions

Multiple models: Portfolio Retainer: Monthly fee provides priority access for technical assessments and engagements across portfolio. Discounted rates, quarterly portfolio reviews, fast response when portfolio company needs help. Project Referrals: You identify portfolio company with specific need, make introduction, I provide proposal and deliver outcomes. Regular progress updates to you and founder. Technical Due Diligence: Pre-investment assessment of technical team, architecture, and risk. Board-ready report in 2-3 weeks identifying issues that would impact valuation or fundability. More details on working with VCs and Investors (https://www.dioscuriexecutiveservices.com/for-vcs)

No. I'm fractional leadership focused on defined outcomes, not permanent executive building my own portfolio. I don't recruit founders or employees from portfolio companies. I don't position for equity or board seats. I make you look good for bringing me in, then exit cleanly when objectives achieved.

Yes. Comprehensive technical assessment typically takes 2-3 weeks and starts at $7,500. If you need faster preliminary assessment for investment decision, I can deliver high-level evaluation in 3-5 days for urgent situations.

Often my role is augmenting existing technical leadership, not replacing it. I work with strong technical founders who need support with scaling, architecture decisions, or team building. Or provide interim leadership during CTO transitions.

Typically 2-3 fractional CTO engagements at once, depending on intensity (1-3 blocks each). For portfolio retainer relationships, I can provide quick assessments and advisory for more companies while doing deep fractional CTO work with fewer.

Currently building practice and taking on select engagements. Best to have a conversation about specific needs and timeline to determine fit.