How Our Fractional CMO Service Drives Agile, Scalable Growth
The Fractional Advantage
Unlike traditional marketing hires, a Fractional CMO delivers executive-level strategy with flexible engagement—ideal for businesses needing high-impact results without full-time overhead. Our case studies demonstrate how this model solves critical challenges:
- Strategic Agility
- Example: RYAM’s 2014→2022 rebrands required adaptable leadership through corporate splits and global acquisitions. A Fractional CMO provided continuity without permanent hires.
- Cost-Efficient Scaling
- Example: Episcopal School’s enrollment campaigns achieved 300+ MQLs/4 months by leveraging our on-demand expertise in geo-targeting and parent engagement—an affordable addition to the existing marketing team.
- Data-Driven Reinvention
- Example: Complete Health’s AI-powered ROI tracking transformed fragmented EMR data into actionable insights, proving Fractional leaders excel at integrating emerging tech.
Why Clients Choose This Model
- Industry-Specific Expertise: Healthcare, education, and B2B case studies show deep vertical knowledge.
- Measurable Outcomes: 449% ROI (Complete Health), 7-year enrollment streaks (Episcopal), and seamless rebrands (RYAM) underscore accountability.
- Future-Proof Frameworks: Modular strategies (e.g., bilingual assets, relocation campaigns) ensure longevity beyond tactical trends.
Flexible. Focused. Results-Driven.
These case studies prove Fractional CMOs bridge the gap between startup scrappiness and enterprise-grade strategy—no matter your industry or growth stage.
Fractional CMO Case Studies
Complete Health – Scalable Lead Generation with AI-Powered ROI Tracking
The Challenge
Complete Health, a rapidly growing Jacksonville-based healthcare organization, needed a marketing strategy that could scale alongside its expansion—from 3 locations in 2019 to 39 practices nationwide by 2025. Key hurdles included:
- Fragmented patient data across multiple Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, making ROI tracking nearly impossible.
- Consistent brand & lead generation for new practice acquisitions in competitive markets.
- Adapting to digital shifts, including post-pandemic patient behavior changes.
The Solution
BroadBased developed an integrated, data-driven marketing framework designed to evolve with industry trends, not just rely on them.
- Scalable Marketing Playbooks
- Customized brand guidelines and onboarding processes for new acquisitions.
- Dynamic campaign sequencing: Awareness → Lead Gen → Retention, adjusted for local markets.
- Future-Proof Performance Tracking
- Partnered with an AI development firm to unify disparate EMR data, enabling:
- Real-time ROI attribution for every tactic (digital ads, SEO, direct mail).
- Lifetime value projections by patient type—critical for budget allocation.
- Partnered with an AI development firm to unify disparate EMR data, enabling:
- Agile Organic Growth Engine
- Evergreen SEO strategy focused on user intent (not just keywords), ensuring resilience against algorithm updates.
- Content hubs updated quarterly to align with search trends and patient needs.
The Results
Outcomes that scale—and stay relevant:
- 449% ROI from integrated campaigns (2019–2025), with tracking refined annually.
- 293% increase in new patient calls from organic search, sustained through Google’s 2024 core updates.
- 30 #1 rankings + 135 first-page rankings for high-intent terms, maintained via intent-based optimization.
Strategic impact:
- Supported Complete Health’s growth to $700M+ revenue and 500+ employees.
- AI-powered tracking now benchmarks performance against current industry standards (e.g., 2025 healthcare marketing ROI averages).
Ready to future-proof your marketing?
BroadBased builds strategies designed to deliver—and demonstrate—results for years, not just quarters. Contact us to discuss scalable growth.
RYAM – Strategic Rebranding for a Global Cellulose Leader
The Challenge
RYAM (formerly Rayonier Advanced Materials), an international cellulose specialties manufacturer, faced two pivotal moments requiring brand evolution:
- Corporate Restructuring (2014): Needed a distinct identity after spinning off from Rayonier (NYSE: RAY).
- Global Expansion (2022): Required modernization post-Tembec acquisition, with assets in French and English for North American/European markets.
The Solution
BroadBased executed two future-proof rebrands, focusing on:
- Modular Brand Architecture
- Developed scalable logos and guidelines adaptable to mergers (e.g., Tembec integration) and market shifts.
- Bilingual assets (French/English) ensured consistency across 3 countries.
- Storytelling Beyond Aesthetics
- Internal Comms: Aligned employees post-split (2014) and post-acquisition (2017) through culture-driven messaging.
- Investor Relations: Positioned RYAM’s innovation in cellulose specialties via video and digital assets.
- Data-Driven Evolution
- 2022 rebrand retained equity from 2014 identity while modernizing for ESG-focused audiences—critical for industrial sectors.
The Results
Rebrands That Endured Industry Shifts:
- 2014–2022: Seamless transition from Rayonier Advanced Materials to RYAM, maintaining stakeholder trust through structural changes.
- Global Compliance: 100% bilingual materials eliminated friction in Canadian/French operations post-Tembec acquisition.
Strategic Impact:
- Supported RYAM’s growth as a publicly traded leader (NYSE: RYAM).
- Videos and employer branding assets reduced hiring cycles by 30% (per internal data).
Ready for a Rebrand That Grows With You?
BroadBased builds identities designed for evolution. Contact us to discuss resilient branding.
Episcopal School of Jacksonville – Scalable Digital Enrollment Engine
The Challenge
As a top-tier Jacksonville private school, ESJ needed to:
- Unify digital presence across 3 acquired campuses with 500+ pages of legacy content.
- Attract relocating families post-COVID, leveraging Jacksonville’s migration trends.
- Modernize parent/student engagement with real-time tools.
The Solution
BroadBased built a modular, data-driven enrollment system designed to adapt to market shifts:
- Future-Proof Website Architecture
- Streamlined 500+ pages into intuitive hubs (Academics, Admissions, Campus Life) with student journey mapping to guide families.
- Responsive design prioritized mobile usability—critical for 67% of parent research done on phones.
- Relocation-Targeted Lead Generation
- Geo-Funnel Campaigns: Paid social/Google Ads targeted families in high-migration zip codes (e.g., NY, CA) with localized testimonials.
- Lead Nurturing: Automated email sequences (open rate: 38%) highlighted Jacksonville quality-of-life data alongside academic outcomes.
- Unified Parent Experience
- Custom mobile app consolidated notifications, forms, and events—reducing staff workload by 20 hours/week.
- AI chatbot handled 45% of routine admissions queries, freeing staff for high-touch interactions.
The Results
7 Years of Enrollment Growth:
- 300+ MQLs in 4 months (2024 campaign), with 28% conversion to applications.
- Acquisition Integration: 3 campuses merged seamlessly into one brand ecosystem.
Strategic Impact:
- Mobile app adoption reached 92% of families within 6 months.
- Relocating families now comprise 40% of new enrollments (vs. 12% pre-2020).
Ready to Build an Enrollment Engine That Adapts?
BroadBased designs marketing systems for long-term growth. Contact us to discuss your strategy.