Portfolio Company Technology Leadership That Drives Exits
Fractional CTO services from an executive with multiple PE exits, extensive M&A integration experience, and a proven value creation track record.
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Why PE Portfolio Companies Need a Fractional CTO
Your portfolio company needs technology leadership that understands PE value creation. Not a consultant who delivers reports and moves on, but an operator who has been through multiple successful exits and knows exactly what buyers look for in technology due diligence.
Geekbyte steps in as your Fractional CTO, bringing the same CTO/SVP-level leadership our team has provided at PE-backed companies, including extensive M&A integrations, numerous cloud migrations, and significant revenue growth. We understand the PE timeline, the value creation playbook, and what it takes to prepare technology for exit.
What Geekbyte Delivers for Portfolio Companies
Post-Acquisition Integration
Extensive M&A technology integration experience. Geekbyte knows how to consolidate platforms, retain key talent, and accelerate synergies while maintaining product velocity.
Cloud Migration & Modernization
Numerous on-premise products migrated to cloud SaaS. We modernize legacy platforms while protecting recurring revenue and minimizing customer disruption.
Exit Preparation
Our team knows what buyers find in technology due diligence because we've been through it multiple times. We prepare your technology for scrutiny: documentation, architecture, and technical debt reduction.
Technology Team Assessment
Objective evaluation of technology leadership and team capabilities. Identify gaps, right-size teams, and build the organization you need for the next phase.
Board & Operating Partner Reporting
Technology KPIs, risk assessments, and strategic updates that give visibility into portfolio company technology performance. Same reporting our team delivered to PE boards.
CTO/VP Engineering Hiring
When you're ready for a permanent technology leader, we help define the role, interview candidates, and ensure a smooth transition. Then we step back.
When Portfolio Companies Need a Fractional CTO
These are the situations where Geekbyte has helped PE partners the most:
Post-Close Technology Leadership Gap
You just closed an acquisition and need immediate technology leadership while you assess the existing team and plan for the future.
Roll-Up Technology Integration
Multiple acquisitions require platform consolidation, team integration, and technology rationalization. Geekbyte has extensive experience leading these integrations.
CTO Transition
The CTO left or needs to be replaced. We maintain momentum while you search for the right permanent leader.
Cloud/SaaS Transformation
Legacy on-premise products need to move to cloud. Our team has migrated numerous products to SaaS while protecting revenue and customer relationships.
Exit Preparation
12-18 months from exit, you need technology that will withstand buyer due diligence. We know what they look for.
Value Creation Acceleration
Technology is underperforming the investment thesis. Geekbyte identifies opportunities to drive EBITDA through efficiency, consolidation, and modernization.
Engagement Models
Advisory Retainer
10-20 hours/month
Strategic guidance, periodic team meetings, architecture reviews, and on-call availability for critical decisions.
Best for: Companies with capable teams needing senior oversight
Active Leadership
20-40 hours/month
Regular team leadership, sprint involvement, hands-on architecture work, board preparation, and hiring support.
Best for: Companies needing day-to-day technology leadership
Intensive Engagement
40-80 hours/month
Full interim CTO coverage during transitions, major initiatives, or critical periods. All the above plus deep operational involvement.
Best for: Transitions, crises, or major transformations
Let's Discuss Your Portfolio Company Needs
Whether you need immediate post-acquisition leadership, exit preparation, or ongoing technology oversight Geekbyte brings the PE perspective from multiple successful exits.
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