533 qualified fractional opportunities, posted-rate evidence, and one market takeaway.
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FRACTIONAL MARKET PULSE

Week of September 14, 2026 · 533 active roles · 10% post compensation

Active roles
533
Qualified fractional and interim
Median posted rate
$100/hr
Based on 54 hourly ranges
+26%
Vs last week
21%
Remote
10%
Pay disclosed
What we’re seeing: Other leads qualified demand with 200 live roles. 21% of the qualified board is remote, and the posted hourly median is $100/hr across 54 usable ranges.

Five opportunities worth opening

Chosen for engagement clarity, useful compensation evidence, and role variety.

Part-time Executive Director, Nonprofit
The MAGIC Charities Foundation · New Hope, PA, US · $31,680-$40,600/yr
Why it made the cut: Posted compensation makes the opportunity easier to qualify quickly.
Fractional Controller / Head of Finance – Healthcare Consulting (Remote, 1099)
Practice Flow · Los Angeles, CA, US · $100-$150/hr
Why it made the cut: Posted compensation makes the opportunity easier to qualify quickly.
Chief Technology Officer Fractional
North Bay Distribution, Inc · Vacaville, CA, US · $96,000-$180,000/yr
Why it made the cut: Posted compensation makes the opportunity easier to qualify quickly.
Contract Controller
The Fray Agency · US · $90-$125/hr
Why it made the cut: Posted compensation makes the opportunity easier to qualify quickly.
Fractional Controller
Clarity Windows and Door · Coppell, TX, US · $75-$85/hr
Why it made the cut: Posted compensation makes the opportunity easier to qualify quickly.

Demand by function

Other 200 $107/hr median · n=25
CFO 114 $138/hr median · n=10
Head of function 74 $112/hr median · n=2
Director 69 $67/hr median · n=14
VP 21 $108/hr median · n=1

Market shifts worth knowing

Three relevant developments selected for what they change for fractional professionals, not merely for mentioning “fractional.”

As AI reshapes business, the fractional CTO finds its moment
Why it matters: Deloitte research shows 21% of enterprises have mature agentic AI governance while 74% expect to use AI agents by 2027, driving 9% higher fractional CTO demand.
thenextweb.com
The Rise of the Fractional Executive: When Part-Time C-Suite Leadership Makes Sense
Why it matters: Fractional executives provide senior leadership without full-time hires, with guidance on when the model is most effective for businesses.
webtech360.com
The CMO’s Job Has Outgrown Marketing
Why it matters: Gartner reports only 14% of CMOs make enterprise growth strategy decisions, highlighting a critical gap in CMO responsibilities.
inc.com

Early signals worth researching

Three recent Form D filings with verified operating context. These are research triggers, not evidence that a company is hiring.

Retham Technologies, Inc.
WI · Other · 2026-09-11
 $1.1M
Company snapshot
What it does: Retham Technologies develops diagnostics for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) and provides functional cryopreserved platelets for research.
How it makes money: Retham earns revenue by developing and distributing diagnostic tests and research products related to platelet technologies.
Known for: HITDx, an in-hospital test for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, and Retham Cryoplatelets for research use.
Relevant to: What opportunities exist for improving patient outcomes through early diagnosis of HIT using Retham's HITDx?
What to investigate: How can Retham Technologies expand its product line to address related coagulation disorders?
STRIXDRONES USA Inc
CO · Other Technology · 2026-09-11
 $5.0M
Company snapshot
What it does: STRIXDRONES USA Inc provides autonomous drone inspection solutions for utilities.
How it makes money: STRIXDRONES earns revenue by partnering with utilities to deliver autonomous BVLOS inspection networks.
Known for: EdgeDock, a rugged autonomous docking station for drones.
Relevant to: What are the key factors in scaling autonomous drone inspection solutions for large utilities?
What to investigate: How can STRIXDRONES' autonomous inspection networks improve utility grid reliability and reduce costs?
SUPPORTFAMILIESNOW Inc.
GA · Other · 2026-09-11
 $1.4M
Company snapshot
What it does: SupportNow provides an online platform for coordinating support during life crises, including money, meals, and more for families.
How it makes money: The company offers its Support Registry for free and does not disclose how it earns revenue.
Known for: Free Support Registry for families in need, allowing supporters to donate money, organize meals, and coordinate volunteers.
Relevant to: What operational efficiencies could SupportNow implement to scale its support coordination services effectively?
What to investigate: How does SupportNow plan to monetize its free Support Registry platform without charging users?

Source: SEC Form D filings generated 2026-09-13.

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Method: public listings are deduplicated, then filtered for both fractional or interim engagement language and relevant role scope. Compensation is shown in the employer’s posted unit; hourly medians use only listings with usable hourly ranges.

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