Most fractional CFOs are built for SaaS or service businesses. We focus specifically on advanced materials, hard tech, and deep tech companies, where progress is driven by technical milestones, capital availability, and manufacturing and scale-up challenges.

Yes — and we do. A core part of our role is translating technical milestones, experimental progress, product development timelines, and manufacturing scale-up into financial strategy and investor communication.

We work with companies at all stages. The key questions are: How much capital do we actually need? What is my cash flow projection and how long will my capital last under realistic scenarios? What milestones must we hit before raising again? What is my cost structure, and how do I achieve and maximize profitability? We help you answer those — before they become problems and to take advantage of your advanced technologies.

Yes. We support SBIR/STTR programs, DOE/ARPA-E and similar funding sources, cost tracking and compliance structures, and indirect rate and audit readiness. We also help integrate grants into a broader capital strategy, not treat them in isolation.

No — we complement them. Accountants and controllers handle historical accuracy and reporting. We focus on forward-looking strategy, capital planning, and decision support. Most companies need both as they grow.

We typically work on a monthly retainer, depending on your stage and needs. Pricing reflects strategic involvement and the complexity of your business. Typical prices range from $3,500 to $9,500 per month, though some engagements could be outside that range. We’ll define scope clearly before starting so expectations are aligned.

We focus on advanced materials, hard tech, and deep tech, typically from pre-seed through Series B.

We can typically begin within a few weeks. Initial work usually focuses on understanding your technical roadmap, reviewing current financials, building or refining your financial model, and identifying immediate risks and opportunities.

We have experience across various industries and technologies, including nanotechnology, advanced manufacturing, recycling technologies, life sciences, and advanced coatings — from pre-revenue, grant-driven companies at the lab scale, to mid-market manufacturers.