About
The Fractional Executive Academy is a readiness-focused certification program designed to help experienced leaders transition successfully into fractional roles. Rather than validating subject-matter expertise in a particular domain (like finance or marketing), this program prepares executives to navigate the unique dynamics, expectations, and business models of fractional work.
This first-of-its-kind offering blends practical coursework, expert mentorship, peer accountability, and business development support to help executives thrive in on-demand leadership roles.
What's Included:
Fractional Readiness Certification: Get equipped with the mindset, positioning strategies, and operational best practices to stand out as a trusted fractional partner. Learn how to structure engagements, set expectations, deliver early wins, and build a referral-worthy client experience. This foundational certification signals your readiness—not your domain expertise—for success as a fractional executive.
Curated Peer Community: Connect with fellow fractional executives through high-impact events.Build meaningful relationships that lead to strategic collaborations and business development opportunities with like-minded fractional leaders.
High-Impact Learning & Webinars: Gain real-world insights from seasoned fractional executives and industry experts. Our workshops and webinars cover the nuances of fractional work, client relationships, personal brand development, and business scalability.
Business Development Opportunities: Gain access to business development opportunities by becoming integrated into the portfolios of top-tier venture capital firms. Contribute your expertise to growing companies, driving innovation, and building meaningful partnerships within the venture capital ecosystem.
Hosted By:
Dr. Frumi Barr
Dr. Frumi Rachel Barr is a serial entrepreneur, Fractional Chief Scaling Officer, and the author of three acclaimed business books. A CEO’s Secret Weapon: How to Accelerate Success, features a foreword by Simon Sinek and has become a trusted guide for growth-minded leaders. Her latest book, Raising a CEO: From Booster Chair to Boardroom, explores how early leadership habits are formed and nurtured. As the founder of Barr Business School (BBS), Dr. Frumi is dedicated to equipping executives and entrepreneurs with practical skills to scale sustainably and lead with impact.
