Fractional Commercial Leadership
Fractional commercial leadership for founder-led businesses that have proven their product — and are ready to build the commercial engine to match.
Built by someone who has actually run businesses.
Let's have a conversation →"Many companies have talented teams and strong products — but growth slows because strategy, partnerships, and positioning aren't aligned. That gap is where experienced commercial leadership becomes valuable."
How I can help
Clarifying positioning, pricing and market focus so growth becomes intentional rather than accidental.
Identifying strategic partnerships and routes to market, both locally and internationally.
Building practical sales pipelines and commercial structure so revenue growth is the result of conscious effort.
A senior commercial sounding board for founders navigating growth, pivots, or the transition from founder-led sales to a structured commercial team.
About
Robin brings over 20 years of commercial and operational leadership across technology and creative industries — working across roles including Business Partner, COO, commercial leader and business owner.
Earlier career spanning advertising, digital marketing, digital transformation and production gives him an unusually broad view of how commercial decisions play out across different business models.
He has built and led an international technology services business, working with global partners. Earlier in his career he also worked as a process consultant, helping organisations clarify operations, structure teams, and align internal systems with commercial goals.
This experience now informs his work as a Fractional CCO (Chief Commercial Officer) — helping companies translate strong technical capabilities into clear market positioning, partnerships, and sustainable revenue.
20+ years commercial & operational leadershipGood fit
Bringing structure, focus, and commercial discipline to turn momentum into predictable growth.
Translating great products into clear positioning, pricing, and repeatable revenue models.
Identifying the right opportunities and building partnerships that actually convert into growth.
Strengthening the commercial story and traction to unlock funding and scale with confidence.
No pitch, no pressure. If you're curious whether this kind of partnership might fit your business, reach out and we'll find out together.
info@blackpoly.co.za +27 71 222 3835