Fractional CMO for Semiconductor + AI Hardware CEOs
YOUR CHIP WORKS.
YOUR GROWTH PLAN DOESN’T.
Trusted by semiconductor + technology leaders at every stage of scale.
Companies I’ve worked with directly or advised, or partnered with.
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TOP 10 FRACTIONAL CMO IN AUSTIN
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TOP FRACTIONAL CMO IN AUSTIN
Who Brings Me In
CEOs + Founders
“We have wins and breakthroughs, but our plan to grow isn’t sticking.”
CROs
“Deals are struggling to close, and I don’t know how we’re going to hit that growth mark.”
Investors + Boards
“Scale for my portco isn’t coming fast enough, and the company has no GTM plan to get there.”
Every quarter you delay marketing leadership, competitors eat your pipeline.
— Francoise von Trapp, Founder at 3D InCites
The chip works, but customers aren’t buying.
A few deals land, but there’s no plan to keep it going.
Revenue has plateaued and path to scale isn’t clear.
A full-time CMO is too expensive and too slow.
Why CEOs Call Me
Results
From Unknown to Recognized
Repositioned an advanced packaging company from $12M “R&D-heavy” to $50M “revenue-ready,” now scaling toward $100M. Built its first GTM engine and established it as a credible challenger in the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem.
From Scattered to Standard
A global semiconductor company had a fragmented digital voice. Unified it into a global strategy that grew developer engagement 5× and made the company the benchmark — reinforcing trust with investors and partners during a multi-billion-dollar acquisition and IPO.
From Domestic to Global Contender
A major APAC semiconductor company was strong at home but invisible in the U.S. Recast its positioning and built visibility until it was recognized as a credible challenger in the American market — moving from a regional leader to a global competitor.
From One-Offs to Playbooks
Recruited to build a new digital + AI strategy division inside a technical agency. Worked directly with account teams and semiconductor clients to turn scattered requests into structured GTM frameworks. Scaled the division to $2M in new revenue with full P&L ownership.
From First-Time to Tier 1
Brought structure and strategy to launch a venture event. Its debut grew reach 1,083%, drew Tier 1 investors, and cemented its place as a capital fixture in Texas.
From Tactical to AI-First
Well before most companies grasped ChatGPT’s impact, created a technical agency’s first AI Task Force. Worked hands-on with teams to embed GenAI into client strategies, giving 50+ semiconductor and deep-tech accounts an edge while competitors were still experimenting.
“Hire Jeff. Thank me later.”
“He’s not just a skilled marketer - he’s a game-changer who sees both the business AND the tech, and turns challenges into opportunities.”
- Francoise von Trapp, Founder, 3D InCites
— Francoise von Trapp, Founder at 3D InCites
More testimonials can be found here.
Case Studies
Semiconductor IP: 6× ROI for Technical Audience
Recast a niche IP story into investor language — delivered 6× ROI and board-level validation.
Turned a flat funnel into an $800K pipeline inside one quarter — visible traction investors could trust.
GTM Reset: 20% Brand Share for Mid-Size Semiconductor
Took a stagnant growth story, rebuilt GTM, and lifted brand share 20% against larger rivals.
AI Strategy: Built Market Leadership for Semiconductor
Positioned a deep-tech firm as the market voice on AI, shifting perception from follower to leader.
VC Event: 1,000% Revenue Surge in 30 Days
Transformed an under-the-radar forum into a Tier 1 investor magnet — sold out, wait-listed, 1,000% revenue jump.
$2M+ New Revenue from Digital Transformation GTM
Built and led a new digital and Aim strategy division, generating $2M+ new revenue while shaping how 50+ clients went to market.
Miss your market window once, and you don’t get it back.
How We Work Together
Fractional CMO
(6 mos. minimum)
When the chip works but the board doesn’t believe the growth story.
- Step in as the commercial lead the day I start.
- Align tech, sales, and investors around one GTM plan.
- Build the engine that turns survival into traction.
Project Sprint
(3-4 mos)
When milestones are weeks away and the growth story won’t land.
- Reset the GTM in 90 days so the raise/demo sticks.
- Reframe the deck and narrative in investor language.
- Hand the team a playbook they can run tomorrow.
Advisory
(Flexible)
When the board demands scale but the path isn’t clear.
- Commercial voice in the room
- Translate complexity into board-level growth language.
- Stop wasted runway before it kills the company.
FAQ
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A: That it’s a smart move. Instead of hiring a $250K+ CMO too early, you get senior leadership right now, visible traction in 90 days, and a de-risked path to scale. Boards see it as momentum, not patchwork.
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A: Weeks, not quarters. I embed directly, align the team, and deliver board-ready progress inside 90 days.
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A: Yes - I’m here to connect, not compete. CROs get clean, qualified pipelines they can close. Product leaders get GTM strategies that align with what real buyers care about. I smooth friction, not fuel it.