CEOs and founders make thousands of decisions. The wrong ones cost millions. Executive Advisory is a direct relationship with a seasoned operator who has been in the room, and made the mistakes, so you don't have to.
Executive Advisory is not coaching. It's not consulting. It's a confidential, strategic partnership between you, the CEO, founder, or board member, and an operator who has built, scaled, and exited businesses across multiple industries.
I serve as your strategic sounding board, your critical eye, your pattern-recognition engine, and your execution accelerator. When you're about to make a major decision, sign a major contract, hire a key executive, pivot your strategy, or raise capital, I'm the call you make first.
Market expansion, new verticals, product line extensions, pricing strategy, competitive positioning, and go-to-market planning for your next phase of growth.
Pre-raise positioning, pitch deck review, investor narrative, due diligence preparation, and introductions to capital sources through the Eucharist Capital network.
Buy-side target identification, sell-side positioning, LOI review, integration planning, and post-acquisition operational alignment. I've been on both sides of the table.
Executive team structure, succession planning, key hire decisions, compensation structure, culture design, and managing high-performers in high-growth environments.
When the business is in trouble, revenue collapse, team exodus, regulatory issue, PR crisis, I help you think clearly, move fast, and come out stronger. I've navigated them all.
Board deck reviews, investor reporting templates, meeting preparation, managing board dynamics, and communicating bad news before it becomes a bigger problem.
Advisory is a direct, high-trust relationship. Most clients have monthly 1:1 sessions, plus unlimited async access via call or message for urgent decisions. I don't operate through a firm or an associate, you get me, directly, every time.
Advisory clients also get access to the full WETYR ecosystem, my network of operators, technologists, capital partners, and industry specialists across every vertical your business might need.
Tell us about your business and we'll respond within 24 hours with a clear plan of action.
Not all strategic relationships are the same. Understanding the difference helps you choose the right engagement model for your actual situation.
| Executive Advisory | Business Coaching | Management Consulting | Fractional C-Suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope | Strategic decisions, pattern recognition, high-stakes calls | Personal development, mindset, leadership skills | Project-based analysis, slide decks, recommendations | Functional execution - CMO, COO, CFO, CTO role |
| Access Model | Direct, always-on, async between sessions | Scheduled sessions only | Structured engagement timeline | Defined hours per month |
| Operator Experience | Has done it -- built, scaled, exited | Varies widely, often not operators | Often theoretical, not operational | Operator in one functional domain |
| Engagement Type | Ongoing, trust-based relationship | Personal growth program | Fixed-scope project | Functional leadership role |
| Typical Cost | $5K - $20K/month | $500 - $3K/month | $25K - $250K per project | $8K - $30K/month |
| Best For | CEOs/founders who need a trusted operator in their corner permanently | Leaders seeking personal growth and accountability | Organizations needing structured analysis on specific problems | Companies needing functional leadership without full-time hire |
Executive advisory is a high-trust relationship. Here is what CEOs and founders say about having an experienced operator in their corner.
"The advisory relationship paid for itself in the first month. I was about to sign a strategic partnership that looked great on paper and had three hidden landmines. Mark spotted them in 20 minutes. We renegotiated the terms and saved over $800K in future exposure. I don't make major decisions without this call anymore."
"I had three different advisors before this and they all gave me the same thing -- frameworks and questions. Mark gives me answers. He's been in the seat. He knows what a good deal looks like, what a red flag looks like, and what the board is actually worried about underneath what they're saying. That difference is everything."
"We were preparing for an M&A process and I needed someone who understood both the commercial side and the operational due diligence buyers would conduct. Mark ran through our business like a buyer and identified every gap before the LOI was signed. We went into due diligence cleaner than any transaction I've done before. Closed at the target multiple."
Executive Advisory is not a scheduled-call service. It is a standing relationship designed for high-stakes decisions, ongoing accountability, and real-time access when the moment requires it.
60-90 minute deep-dive sessions each month covering current strategic priorities, decision reviews, and forward planning. Sessions are recorded and summarized for your reference.
Direct access via call or message for time-sensitive decisions. When the board meeting is tomorrow and you need a second opinion tonight, the line is open. No appointment required for urgent situations.
Term sheets, LOIs, partnership agreements, investor decks, key hires -- anything that represents a major commitment reviewed before you sign, with specific feedback on risks and negotiating points.
Access to a curated network of operators, capital partners, technology leaders, and industry specialists. When you need an introduction to the right person in a market or for a specific deal, the network accelerates it.
Pre-meeting review of board decks, investor reporting, and narrative positioning. Walk into board and investor interactions with a clear story, prepared answers to the hard questions, and full confidence in the numbers.
No retainer lock-in. No minimum commitment beyond the current month. Advisory relationships compound in value over time -- you stay because the decisions are better, not because you're contractually obligated.
Executive Advisory should feel like a competitive advantage, not an obligation. Every engagement is month-to-month. Cancel any time with no fees and no questions. The relationship earns its place each month through the value of the decisions it improves.