When you’re managing marketing across several locations, it’s easy to waste resources, dilute your brand voice, and miss out on growth opportunities without a strong strategy. A fractional CMO brings marketing leadership to unify your team, clarify your direction, and build systems that actually drive revenue.
In this article, we’re highlighting eight top agencies offering fractional CMOs for multi-location businesses. These marketing leaders can help you scale efficiently, boost performance across all locations, and align your brand strategy from the top down.
1. CMOx
CMOx® provides senior-level marketing leadership tailored to multi-location franchise businesses. With their proprietary Functional Marketing® Framework, their fractional CMOs develop scalable systems that align local teams, drive measurable results, and promote sustainable growth.
What they offer:
- A self-managing fractional CMO who leads your team and owns marketing outcomes
- Marketing systems built to scale across franchise locations while minimizing wasted spend
- Clear reporting tied to revenue and KPIs, not just brand awareness
- A proven marketing framework built to help franchises grow strategically
2. Authentic Brand
Authentic Brand helps franchise businesses lead with focus and consistency across every location. Their Authentic Growthâ„¢ Method gives teams the structure to clarify messaging, prioritize growth efforts, and scale in the right direction.
What they offer:
- Embedded fractional CMOs who drive accountability and align cross-functional teams
- Messaging frameworks that ensure consistent brand voice across all locations
- Strategic marketing plans that support both corporate goals and local franchise needs
- Tools and coaching to strengthen internal marketing leadership
3. 310 Creative
310 Creative helps franchise brands implement structured marketing strategies designed to generate leads and increase visibility across locations. Their fractional CMOs focus on systematizing strategy, execution, and analytics to fuel local and national growth.
What they offer:
- Fractional CMOs who build and lead your marketing strategy
- Campaigns that attract and convert leads at the local level
- Strategic support for franchise development and brand awareness
- Clear dashboards so you know what’s working and where to adjust
4. Digital Authority Partners
Digital Authority Partners brings enterprise-grade marketing strategy to franchise systems seeking digital transformation. Their fractional CMOs combine strategic vision with digital execution to elevate marketing performance across multiple locations.
What they offer:
- Strategic leadership paired with digital marketing expertise
- Support across SEO, paid media, content, and analytics
- Marketing plans that balance national brand goals with local execution
- CMOs experienced in scaling multi-location growth across industries
5. Alpha Apex Group
Alpha Apex Group helps franchise brands build smarter marketing strategies without the overhead of a full-time executive. Their team focuses on growth planning, brand alignment, and results that actually move the needle.
What they offer:
- CMOs who work closely with leadership to set clear goals and priorities
- Marketing systems built to support location growth and franchisee success
- Help with positioning, brand messaging, and campaign execution
- Reporting that ties marketing efforts to real business outcomes
6. Imprint Digital
Imprint Digital works with franchise businesses ready to move beyond disconnected marketing efforts. Their fractional CMOs eliminate inefficiencies and build performance-driven systems that support multi-location success.
What they offer:
- CMOs with hands-on franchise marketing leadership experience
- Strategy and execution tailored to support multiple locations
- Streamlined marketing plans that reduce waste and boost ROI
- A focus on performance, accountability, and long-term growth
7. No Good
No Good partners with franchise brands that want to grow fast without compromising on message consistency. Their data-driven fractional CMOs create strategies that adapt to each location while staying aligned with national brand goals.
What they offer:
- Fractional CMOs who drive growth with clear, measurable goals
- Support for digital campaigns, brand strategy, and performance marketing
- Insights and testing to help you figure out what’s working and what’s not
- A flexible approach that adapts to the needs of each franchise location
8. Chief Outsiders
Chief Outsiders is one of the largest networks of fractional CMOs, with deep experience in franchise and multi-location marketing. They’re a strong fit for franchises undergoing rapid growth, expansion, or operational change.
What they offer:
- A wide bench of CMOs with franchise and multi-location experience
- Strategic planning tied to business goals like expansion or M&A
- Support for both corporate and local marketing teams
- Fast onboarding with CMOs ready to step in and lead
CMOx is Prepared to Help Your Business Grow with a Fractional CMO
If your marketing feels disjointed or your locations aren’t hitting growth targets, CMOx® can help you take control. Our fractional CMOs lead your team, create systems that support every location, and focus on the metrics that matter.
Contact us today and get the marketing leadership your franchise needs to grow with purpose.
