NEW
5 LICENSES AVAILABLE
6-WEEK ONBOARDING PERIOD
Launch your solo
marketing consultancy
Build a thriving independent marketing consultancy under the expert guidance of Drew Price. Build and scale a high-impact solo business that unlocks unprecedented personal flexibility, professional influence, and earning potential.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Drew Price
A seasoned lifecycle marketing expert with nearly two decades of experience driving strategy for major brands like Grammarly and Home Depot, and creator of the popular newsletter, "Scaling CRM."
ABOUT THIS BUSINESS
Your roadmap to solo success as a marketing pro
Drew Price's Stack license offers a comprehensive pathway to becoming a successful freelance marketing consultant. This program goes beyond traditional courses, providing you with both the technical skills and business acumen needed to thrive in today's competitive landscape. You'll master Drew's proven strategies in lifecycle marketing, email optimization, and CRM management – the same techniques that have driven growth for companies like Grammarly and Home Depot.
But this isn't just about learning; it's about doing. You'll gain the practical know-how to launch and scale your own consultancy, from landing clients to delivering high-impact results. As a licensee, you'll benefit from Drew's mentorship, brand association, and potential client referrals. This unique model allows you to build a lucrative business with minimal overhead, leveraging Drew's decades of experience and industry connections. Whether you're an experienced marketer looking to go solo or an ambitious newcomer aiming to fast-track your career, this license provides the blueprint for success in the dynamic world of marketing consultancy.
Why should you license this business?
First-mover advantage
Position yourself at the forefront of the fast-moving fractional executive field, building your reputation as it grows.
Professional freedom
Design your ideal work-life balance while collaborating with innovative startups on your own terms.
Maximize earning potential
Boost your income by leveraging your expertise across multiple high-growth clients simultaneously.
Continuous growth
Accelerate your professional development by tackling diverse challenges across various industries and company stages.
Impactful leadership
Make a significant difference in multiple startups' trajectories without being tied to a single company's fate.
WHAT IS A STACK LICENSE?
More than a course, a complete business in a box
TKTK
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Everything you need to start and scale your fractional business
Operational excellence
Master the art of streamlining processes and driving efficiency across diverse startup environments.
Stakeholder management
Hone your skills in navigating complex relationships with founders and team members as an external partner.
Strategic leadership
Provide high-impact guidance and make critical decisions in fast-paced, resource-constrained settings.
Client acquisition
Master strategies for landing and retaining high-value startup clients in a competitive market.
Value-based pricing
Develop a pricing strategy that reflects your expertise and maximizes your earning potential.
Business scaling
Build and grow your practice while maintaining work-life balance and avoiding burnout.
Is this license right for you?
The seasoned tech exec
You've climbed the corporate ladder and now want the freedom to apply your expertise across multiple innovative startups.
The rising tech leader
You're driven to accelerate your career by working with a diverse group of startups and growing your professional network.
Prerequisities
Mid-career tech professional with hands-on experience scaling startups from Seed to Series B
Strong track record of driving measurable business outcomes
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Adaptable problem-solver comfortable with ambiguity
The ambition and risk tolerance required to launch an independent business.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
TKTK
On-demand learning library
Access over 10 hours of in-depth video content covering all aspects of fractional tech consulting.
1:1 coaching
Benefit from quarterly coaching sessions with Ha or Garrett to tackle specific challenges.
Real-world tools and templates
Download a suite of customizable documents, from client contracts to strategic planning frameworks.
Exclusive community
Join a private network of fellow licensees for peer support, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
Client referral opportunities
Tap into Ha and Garrett's extensive network for potential client leads and partnerships.
Personal brand building
Receive guidance on leveraging the NextStep brand to enhance your professional credibility and visibility.
MEET YOUR LICENSORS
Silicon Valley veterans forging tech's fractional future
Ha Nguyen and Garrett Kelly are pioneers in the fractional executive space, bringing a combined three decades of Silicon Valley experience and expertise to early-stage startups through NextStep Advisory & Consulting.
Ha's journey includes shaping product strategy at eBay and investing in groundbreaking startups at Spero Ventures. Garrett honed his skills leading global safety operations at Airbnb during its hypergrowth phase. Together, they took on fractional C-suite roles at Swimply, where they accelerated growth, refined operations, and helped take the platform from zero to one.
At NextStep, Ha and Garrett have perfected the art of fractional leadership, guiding Seed to Series B founders to become exceptional operators and company builders. Their approach blends deep operational and product expertise with a people-first philosophy, empowering startups to achieve rapid growth without the overhead of full-time executive hires.
Drawing from their experiences across Silicon Valley's most innovative companies, Ha and Garrett have successfully navigated diverse startup environments, driving tangible results and fostering growth. Now, they're leveraging their unparalleled experience to empower the next generation of fractional leaders, offering a blueprint for building impactful, flexible consulting careers in the ever-evolving startup ecosystem.
Testimonials
David Wei
VP of Operations, SolarKal
"Working with Garrett and Ha was an accelerant for our business!"
Aaron Lieberman
Founder, Buzze
"NextStep has been invaluable thought partners in helping us build our marketplace."
ABOUT STACK
Do business, not busywork
Stack provides the launchpad for your fractional tech consulting career, combining Ha and Garrett's expertise with our turnkey business platform and services. We handle the operational heavy lifting — from admin and design support to tax management and payment processing — so you can focus on what you do best: delivering high-impact leadership to startups. This all-in-one solution minimizes risk and maximizes confidence, offering the most streamlined path to establishing your fractional executive practice. With Stack and NextStep's guidance, you're not just starting a business — you're plugging into a machine built to fuel your success.
Administration
Incorporation
Business insurance
Appointment scheduling
Finance
Invoicing
Payment processing
Taxes and bookkeeping
Design
Logo
Website
Marketing
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ANNUAL
LICENSE FEE
$2,000
MONTHLY
REVENUE SHARE
10%
POTENTIAL ANNUAL INCOME
$100,000
THIS LICENSE INCLUDES
10+ hours of video lessons
Monthly 1:1 coaching sessions
Always-on licensor chat portal
Client referrals for your new business
20+ business templates and tools
Private peer community access
Quarterly masterminds
Stack GTM and admin services
LICENSING STEP-BY-STEP
1
Apply
Application Submit a detailed application highlighting your professional experience and entrepreneurial goals.
2
Interview
Meet virtually with Ha and Garrett to ensure alignment with their methods and values.
3
Upskill
Dive deep into the fractional executive model, collaborating with Ha and Garrett to craft your unique business roadmap while mastering essential skills in client acquisition, service excellence, and operational efficiency.
4
Launch
Take your first confident steps into the market with strategic support from Ha, Garrett, and the Stack team, turning potential into actual client relationships.
5
Scale
Refine and expand your fractional practice through regular check-ins, peer learning, and cutting-edge insights, ensuring you stay at the forefront of this fast-growing field.