Dawn talks with Ashish Gupta, CEO of ScaleUpExec, a leading fractional COO firm. Ashish shares how he helps growth-stage companies close leadership gaps, energize teams, and scale with operational clarity—drawing from his experience at Qualcomm, Apple, and turning around 20+ businesses. Dawn and Ashish talk about Fractional COO Leadership Skills Gap.
In this episode…
Who is Ashish Gupta and whom does he serve? (00:48)
What exactly is a fractional COO — and why are more companies turning to them now? (2:15)
Identifying Red Flags and When to Hire a COO (4:38)
The critical skills gap between early-stage hustle and structured leadership. (7:41)
The Visionary vs. The COO: Skillsets and Balance. (10:20)
Hiring a Fractional COO: Process and Considerations (17:36)
Industry Relevance and Long-Term Engagement (24:50)
Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks. (30:34)
Ashish Gupta’s Information.
Website: https://scaleupexec.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashish-gup/
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