The COO Team vs Chief Outsiders
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026) and The 11 Best Fractional CMOs (2026). Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
Chief Outsiders ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #1) for Founders needing fractional ops leadership / 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
| The COO Team | Chief Outsiders | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Fractional CMOs (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Best for | EOS implementation & process excellence | Enterprise-grade talent for mid-market |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($10,000 to $25,000/mo) | $$$$ ($10,000 to $25,000+/mo) |
| HQ | Atlanta, USA | Houston, USA |
| Founded | 2018 | 2009 |
The COO Team
Unmatched expertise in implementing EOS and other scalable operating systems for growth-stage companies.
www.thecooteam.com/Chief Outsiders
The top choice for proven, enterprise-level marketing leadership due to its deep bench of vetted Fortune 500 CMOs.
www.chiefoutsiders.com/Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.