Your Expert Fractional CTO
On Demand

Expert, independent technical consulting for startups and founders.
From feasibility and vendor selection to scaling strategy and security review.

Expert Advisory for Every Stage

Leverage experienced Fractional CTO advisory
to make informed decisions and mitigate technical risks.

From Idea to Concept

✓ Concept Validation & Technical Definition

Assess the core idea's technical feasibility, help define a focused Minimum Viable Product (MVP) scope and features, and assist in translating business needs into clear technical requirements for development.

✓ Technology & Architecture Strategy

Provide expert advice on selecting the optimal technology stack (languages, frameworks, cloud platforms) and offer high-level guidance on initial system architecture design to ensure scalability and alignment with goals.

✓ Budget & Development Partner Planning

Deliver realistic cost estimations for both development and infrastructure, and assist in the process of finding, vetting, and selecting suitable development teams or agencies.

✓ Foundational Security & IP Strategy

Advise on essential early-stage security practices, secure communication, NDA use, and general Intellectual Property protection considerations (referring to legal counsel for formal advice).

From Concept to Live

✓ Technical Project Oversight

Monitor development progress, review technical specifications and high-level code quality/deliverables, advise on agile practices, and act as the technical liaison between the client and development team to ensure alignment and quality.

✓ Platform & Deployment Strategy

Advise on appropriate hosting solutions and cloud provider selection, review CI/CD pipeline strategies, guide analytics and monitoring setup, and review backup and disaster recovery plans implemented by the development team.

✓ Security & Compliance Review

Assess the security of the application and infrastructure being built, provide guidance on security best practices, and advise on the technical implementations required to meet compliance standards like GDPR.

✓ Launch Readiness & Testing

Assist in designing effective beta testing program structures and feedback mechanisms, and conduct a final technical readiness audit or checklist review prior to launch.

From Live to Scale

✓ Scalability & Performance Optimization

Provide strategic advice on infrastructure and database scaling techniques (auto-scaling, load balancing, advanced DB management), analyse performance bottlenecks with actionable recommendations, and guide the implementation of advanced monitoring and alerting strategies to handle growth effectively.

✓ Advanced Security & Risk Management

Assist in diagnosing and advising on mitigation strategies for security incidents or vulnerabilities, and guide the process for engaging in or coordinating advanced security audits (like penetration testing) to ensure ongoing protection.

✓ Strategic Technology & Growth Planning

Help develop long-term technology roadmaps, advise on API strategy and design, consult on the technical considerations for entering new markets (localization, data residency), and optionally advise on structuring engineering teams for growth.

✓ Cost Efficiency & Investment Readiness

Analyse cloud infrastructure usage to identify and recommend cost optimization opportunities, and provide expert technical advisory support to founders preparing for technical due diligence during fundraising or M&A activities.

Fractional CTO Services

Expert technical leadership and strategic guidance, tailored for startups.

We provide critical support across key phases: from initial planning to development oversight and scaling.

Strategic Technology Planning

Validate your idea, define your MVP, and choose the right technologies. We'll create a tech roadmap for success.

Architecture & Technical Design

Design a scalable and maintainable architecture for your system. We guide you in selecting the right hosting and cloud solutions.

Development Oversight & Vendor Management

Manage your development process efficiently. We ensure alignment with your goals, oversee quality, and act as your technical liaison.

Cloud Infrastructure & Operations

Optimize your cloud infrastructure for performance and cost. We advise on scaling strategies, monitoring, and security.

Security & Compliance

Safeguard your application and user data. We assess security posture, guide best practices, and ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR.

Launch Readiness & Growth Support

Prepare for successful launches and navigate growth milestones with confidence. We provide pre-launch audits and support for funding and scaling.

About Me

About Laurence

I began my career in the corporate world in a datacenter as an apprentice in the UK. Over ten years, I progressed to Senior Linux Engineer and Technical Team Lead for the EMEA region at Cogeco Peer1, developing deep relationships with 1000s of tech businesses in the US, Canada, UK and EU. During that time, I also pursued side projects, including generating significant income by writing bots for gaming currency farming and writing apps. In 2019, I moved to Italy, spending nearly two years there working remotely before resigning and leaving Central Europe. Since 2021, I've lived in various countries, primarily Georgia, but also Ukraine, Turkey, and Armenia. Here, I've assisted small and medium businesses with IT services, Web3 development, AI integrations, and entering western markets. In 2025, I founded Prochoro, aiming to dedicate my time to helping founders reach their full potential.

✓ 10+ Years Senior Linux & Infrastructure Engineering
✓ Proven Technical Leadership (EMEA Scale)
✓ Supported 1000s of Global Tech Businesses
✓ Hands-On Development & Automation Background
✓ Expertise in Cloud, AI Integrations & Web3
✓ Direct Experience Assisting SMBs
✓ Founder Perspective

FAQs

Your Questions Answered Understanding our Fractional CTO services.

What exactly is a Fractional CTO and who is it for?

A Fractional CTO provides strategic technology leadership and guidance on a part-time or project basis. This service is ideal for startups and businesses that need expert technical direction (covering architecture, strategy, team oversight, scaling) but aren't ready for, or don't require, a full-time executive hire. We bring C-level expertise flexibly.

What specific problems does your advisory service solve?

We help founders and businesses overcome key technical challenges, including: defining a clear tech strategy and roadmap, designing scalable architecture, overseeing development teams/agencies effectively, navigating cloud infrastructure and costs, enhancing security posture, planning for growth and scale, and preparing for technical due diligence for investment.

Do you write code or replace my development team/agency?

No, our role is purely advisory, strategic, and focused on oversight. We do not write code or replace your implementers. Instead, we work *with* your existing team (internal or external agency) or help you select and manage vendors, ensuring technical execution aligns perfectly with your business strategy and quality standards.

What are the main benefits versus hiring a full-time CTO or just using an agency?

Key benefits include access to high-level strategic expertise without the cost of a full-time executive salary. We provide an independent, objective perspective focused on your business goals, helping de-risk technical decisions. Compared to using only an agency, we offer strategic oversight ensuring their work aligns with your long-term vision and best practices.

Can I engage your services for specific stages or needs?

Absolutely. While we can provide guidance across the entire product lifecycle (Idea to Scale), you can engage our services specifically for the stage or challenge you're currently facing – whether it's initial planning, overseeing development, optimizing a live product, or preparing for growth and investment.

How are engagements structured and priced?

Engagements typically begin with an initial consultation to understand your needs. We offer flexible models, often involving retainers for ongoing advisory, project-based fees for specific deliverables (like audits or strategy documents), or hourly consulting. We tailor the structure and pricing to your specific requirements. Please book a call to discuss.

Your Expert Fractional CTO On Demand