
Sometimes the work needs more than momentary guidance or a short-term partnership. It needs someone to step in, take responsibility and help carry the weight of decisions over time.

You’ll hear this described as fractional leadership today. The phrase may be new, but the idea isn’t. For decades, organizations have trusted experienced leaders to take ownership of critical responsibilities when full-time overhead didn’t make sense. This is that kind of relationship.

In this role, I join your team as a Brand and Creative Director for a defined season. We shift oversight of brand and creative operations to me so your leadership team can stay focused on running the business. I help set direction, guide the work, support internal teams and bring consistency to how the brand shows up day to day.

This works best for organizations that are growing, evolving, or building something that needs time to take root. These engagements are longer-term, often three to five years, allowing space to establish the brand in the market, support growth and adapt thoughtfully along the way.

I invest in people, processes, and structure so the work can continue without me. That means building the brand, developing the team, and putting clear operations in place.
The goal isn’t dependence. It’s a confident handoff, with a team that’s aligned, capable, and ready to lead the brand forward.

This is not the right fit for every organization. I reserve this work for teams that value trust, continuity and steady leadership. When it’s the right match, it allows you to build something durable without carrying unnecessary overhead.
Katelyn Beal, Side Haus Agency
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