Chief Outsiders vs The Marketing GP
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Fractional CMOs (2026). Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
Chief Outsiders ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #5) for Founders needing fractional marketing leadership. The top choice for proven, enterprise-level marketing leadership due to its deep bench of vetted Fortune 500 CMOs.
At a glance
| Chief Outsiders | The Marketing GP | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Fractional CMOs (2026) | #5 / The 11 Best Fractional CMOs (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.3 | 8.4 |
| Best for | Enterprise-grade talent for mid-market | Versatile, foundational marketing leadership |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($10,000 to $25,000+/mo) | $$$ ($6,000 to $15,000/mo) |
| HQ | Houston, USA | Atlanta, USA |
| Founded | 2009 | 2012 |
Chief Outsiders
The top choice for proven, enterprise-level marketing leadership due to its deep bench of vetted Fortune 500 CMOs.
www.chiefoutsiders.com/The Marketing GP
Ideal for SMBs needing a versatile leader to build a marketing foundation from scratch.
www.themarketinggp.com/Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.