Understanding the Role of a Fractional Chief of Staff in Today's Business Landscape

Fractional Chief of Staff Services

Strategic partnership. Operational clarity. Leadership you can trust.

Who I Am

I'm a seasoned business strategist and former Chief Administrative Officer with 15+ years of experience supporting executive leadership, streamlining operations, and leading cross-functional initiatives in complex, fast-moving environments. I bring a trusted, solutions-oriented approach to help leaders focus on what matters most.

How I Can Help

As a fractional Chief of Staff, I partner with executive teams and founders to:

• Translate vision into actionable strategies and clear execution plans

• Drive cross-functional alignment across product, operations, and people teams

• Manage strategic initiatives from inception through completion

• Optimize executive time by overseeing key priorities, meetings, and follow-through

• Act as a trusted advisor and sounding board for leaders navigating growth or change

Sample Projects

• Served as Chief Admin Officer supporting the Marketing COO at Wells Fargo, leading a 100+ person division and governance for marketing operations

• Directed the rollout of enterprise-level change for global organizations, including $50B+ in assets and 40K+ employees impacted

• Led strategy, stakeholder alignment, and operational execution across multiple regulatory and technology initiatives

• Founded and operated a consulting firm serving small businesses in operational efficiency and growth strategy

Ideal Partners

• Founders and executives scaling quickly or managing change

• Leaders in need of strategic oversight and execution support

• Startups looking for C-suite support without a full-time hire

• Teams juggling multiple high-impact initiatives needing clarity and follow-through

Let’s Connect

I help leaders move faster, operate smarter, and stay focused on the big picture. Let’s talk about how I can bring fractional Chief of Staff support to your team.

Nikki Milgate

nikki@Shedfractional.com | 704-516-4353

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