Fractional Operating Partner for VCs

Turn Your Portfolio’s GTM into a Competitive Advantage. Execution is the Hardest Part. I Make It Simpler.

You invest in great companies. But getting from early traction to scalable revenue is where most startups struggle.

The hardest part isn’t having the right strategy—it’s executing it.

I’ve worked with over 50+ venture-backed companies, and the same pattern appears again and again: founders overcomplicate their go-to-market, burn time and money on the wrong things, and struggle to turn early wins into predictable growth.

That’s where I step in. I work alongside your portfolio companies to cut through the noise, focus on what actually drives growth, and execute with clarity—so you and your founders can move faster, with fewer headaches.

The VC’s Dilemma

Most funds offer ‘value-add’ support, but CEOs don’t need another Slack group, generic GTM playbook or generic consultants/advisors who haven't learned the process behind being a great Operating Partner—they need someone who’s been in the trenches to help them make the right decisions when it matters.

Without that, you risk:

🔴 Startups drowning in complexity instead of executing what works
🔴 Founders burning cash on marketing and sales experiments that lead nowhere
🔴 Slow sales cycles, missed targets, and rushed hiring decisions

If execution is where startups fail, clarity is what makes them win.

How I Bring You Peace of Mind

1. Simple, Clear GTM Execution
I strip away complexity and help CEOS/leadership teams focus on what actually moves the needle—so they stop wasting time and start scaling the right way.

2. Faster Decisions, Fewer Mistakes
When execution feels overwhelming, founders hesitate or make the wrong calls. I work directly with leadership teams to cut through uncertainty and make execution simple.

3. Predictable Growth, Without the Panic
With a clear GTM path, better execution, and fewer wasted bets, your portfolio companies hit their milestones with confidence—giving you peace of mind that your investments are scaling the way they should.

Edwin has been a delight to work with and exceptionally valuable to the work we do with young companies. He has helped struggling companies to turnaround their challenged marketing strategy, as well as support growing companies to further refine their value proposition. On top of that, he's educated our investment team on what good looks like in sales systems and processes. Edwin also isn't afraid to advise on sectors beyond his classical SaaS experience - something that's very helpful for generalist investors. Thank you Ed!

Alex Gwyther - VC Investor at Mercia Ventures

What This Means for You

No more GTM surprises – Your founders/CEOs get real-time guidance before problems escalate.

No wasted cash on the wrong hires or tactics – Execution gets simplified before they scale.

More companies hitting milestones – A stronger, more predictable portfolio.

Who This Is For

🔹 VCs backing B2B SaaS and tech-enabled services
🔹 Funds that want to de-risk GTM execution without hiring full-time operators
🔹 Investors who want founders to move faster—with clarity, not chaos

Is GTM coaching right for your business?

Hiring a Operating Partner for your fund is practical, if

01 . Have a minimum of 5 portfolio companies
02. Understand the value of advisory and coaching
03. Want to relieve pains to accelerate scaling
04. Aim to generate $25-50+ million ARR
05. Are passionate about the growth of portfolio companies

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Fractional Operating Partner

The Fractional Operating Partner is a hands-on GTM execution expert, embedded directly into your portfolio, making it more likely they'll hit their plan.

If you’re tired of watching portfolio companies struggle with execution—and want peace of mind knowing they’re focused on what actually works—let’s chat.

What’s Included:

Monthly retained or flexible Operating Partner support on-demand.

Access to networks, experts and talent.

Leverage the "Value Creation OS System" (Created by Edwin Abl).

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