Does your organization need operational support? Fraction Force Strategies helps leaders create clarity, improve execution, and build operational structures that supports sustainable growth. From identifying inefficiencies and operational gaps, to implementing systems, processes, and accountability, our role is to bring both strategy and structure to your organization.
From strategy to execution, we become the partner YOU need.
Kerri Burton is the founder of FFS and a Fractional COO & operations partner with over 15 years of experience. She is passionate about helping small businesses recognize their operational gaps and developing solutions to fill them. By creating efficient, sustainable processes and setting goals for transformative change, Kerri’s clients can focus on the other important work that drives their business. Kerri has proved herself an invaluable resource for small businesses in need of fractional strategic assistance.
Kerri’s many years of experience come from her operational leadership roles in various industries including healthcare, insurance, transportation, financial services, education, fashion, political action, and nonprofits. She holds degrees in engineering, economics, and leadership and organizations from Vanderbilt University. In addition to advanced certifications in business operations and finance, Kerri is Agile Leader and Six Sigma Green Belt Certified and a Objectives and Key Results professional.
Operations issues rarely start with one big problem.
They show up in the disconnects between people, processes, communication, and execution.
At Fraction Force Strategies, we step into the gaps that slow businesses down and create systems that bring clarity, accountability, and momentum back to your organization.
When…
teams feel disconnected
growth creates operational chaos
onboarding lacks consistency
leadership needs operational support
processes live in people instead of systems
That’s where we step in – helping businesses create structure, strengthen communication, streamline operations, and build systems that support long-term success.
Because no two businesses operate the same way, our approach is always tailored to the people, processes, and goals behind the work.
Fraction Force Strategies exists to bring clarity to the chaos — helping businesses operate stronger, smarter, and more sustainably together.
Strategic support. Flexible hours. Services tailored to you.
Bring us on as a fractional COO, and we will be there when you need us. With our many years of experience, we are experts at identifying your operational needs and then executing them for you. If you’re a leader who feels like you are working too much “in” your business and not enough “on” your business or needs operational support without the added cost of a COO, this is the service for you. We can put systems in place, manage your operations for a period of time, and take the lead on certain projects–so you can focus your attention elsewhere.
This service is completely customizable based on your needs. Both short- and long-term arrangements are available.
All business leaders know that strategy is important, but most also find it rigid and daunting. We can help lead your strategic planning process so that you walk away with a clear roadmap for your business. We not only uncover your business goals but also ensure the action steps needed are in place to deliver results.
If you’re starting a new business, it’s hard to know which structure or systems you need. We can help you lay your operational foundation. Our team takes the time to learn your business goals and then ensures you have the right systems and strategies in place for a solid, sustainable (jump)start.
Whether your business is a large corporation or a sole proprietorship, it will benefit from an operational review that uncovers your greatest strengths and vulnerabilities. Our review process helps you discover business opportunities, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. We partner with you to develop short and long-term goals that foster transformational change at your company.
HR can be a complicated beast. We know how to help you structure or restructure your human resource functions for the benefit of your employees and your business trajectory. We can assist in a variety of areas including benefits, hiring best practices, conflict in the workplace, onboarding, performance management, company culture, leadership development, and employee engagement. Your company is only as strong as your people; we know how to ensure you’re optimizing and honoring your workforce.
We design workshops with your whole team in mind, bringing leaders and team members together to rally around a common goal or learning objective. Topics include team building, personal development, effective communication, and others. We plan the workshop after consulting with you, and lead the meeting ourselves so you and your team can participate together.
We believe that all businesses and organizations, large or small, should have access to experienced ops professionals that fit their needs and budget. As a fractional partner, we offer transformative advice and execution–only when you need us.
Take our Operational Efficiency Scorecard to uncover your strengths, gaps, and the steps to a stronger business.
Fractional COOs offer operational help that is both experienced and flexible. Partnering with a fractional COO is a great option for businesses that may not need a full time COO, are still hiring, or just need some assistance fine-tuning their operations. Because we are only there when you need us, you can save money while receiving tailored support that helps your business grow.
Great question. We recommend checking out our Services page for more information on our offerings. You are also welcome to schedule a call with us, during which we’d be glad to discuss the right services for you.
Our years of professional experience mean you aren’t taking a risk when you partner with us. Instead, you’ll gain capable hands to solve problems and accomplish the work you need to get done. Our dedication to flexibility means we both tailor our services to you and will defer to you on the number of hours we spend assisting.
Also, we are numbers people AND people people–meaning you get the best of both worlds. Our team has a passion for problem-solving, strategizing, and designing systems, all while staying efficient and saving you money when possible. At the same time, we understand the human side of the work we do, which allows us to proceed with empathy. We genuinely want to know your business and help you solve your operational challenges.
To get started, please schedule a preliminary call with us. In it, we’ll get acquainted, discuss your business goals and objectives, and talk about which services would best suit your current needs. We look forward to connecting!
Hear it from them, not us.
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“Working with Kerri Burton and Fraction Force Strategies was a game-changer for our business. Kerri brought clarity, strategy, and structure at a time when we needed it most. She doesn’t just consult she partners. From identifying blind spots to building smarter systems, Kerri helped us realign our operations with our long-term goals. Her expertise, leadership, and ability to cut through the noise gave us the confidence and tools to scale with purpose.”
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“A refreshing forever partner! FFS is an excellent steward of solutions for her client’s complex requirements and timelines. As a partner on multiple challenging client projects, Kerri has provided a wide spectrum of optimization and process-implementation solutions, always delivering expertise, creativity, and commitment.”
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“Fraction Force Strategies has been great to work with. Kerri has been a tremendous resource for my start-up. Her insights and guidance have been invaluable in setting my business on the right track. I hope to continue to work with Fraction Force Strategies as my new company grows!”
