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Forward Share Network
Forward STAR Expert Operators
Get Matched in 48 Hours →The Forward STAR Network
214+ pre-vetted executive expert operators – fractional CXOs, GTM leaders, board-ready expert operators, and functional specialists who have built, scaled, and exited companies like yours. Every STAR has been through our 5-point curation process: expert operator track record, functional depth, stage-fit, availability, and coachability.
What Is a STAR Expert Operator?
A STAR (Strategic Talent and Resource) expert operator is a senior expert operator who has earned the right to advise, consult, and coinvest in companies at your stage. They are not consultants who theorize – they are expert operators who have done the job, at the level you need, in the conditions you face.
- Fractional Executives – CRO, CPO, CFO, CHRO, CMO, CTO who embed 1–4 days/week
- Board Advisors – former expert operators who hold structured advisory roles with equity or retainer
- Scoped Consultants – project-based engagements for specific deliverables
- Angel Coinvestors – expert operators who invest alongside their advisory role, aligning incentives
Spotlight: Active STAR Expert Operators
These expert operators are fully vetted, onboarded, and available for matching through the Forward Share Network.
★★★★★ Saral Doshi – Product & GTM
Helps tech-led organizations transform from chaotic product experiments to repeatable growth engines – scaling 0→1 and 1→10 journeys through pragmatic product strategy and GTM execution.
Stage fit: Seed–Series B | Functions: Product, GTM, Growth
★★★★ Faz Besharatian – Product Design & UX Strategy
20+ years helping organizations invest in design as a strategic capability – reducing complexity, accelerating growth, and building lasting user trust across FinTech, Healthcare, and the public sector.
Stage fit: Series A–C | Functions: Product Design, UX Strategy
★★★★★ Roven Drabo – Engineering & Platform Transformation
Leads enterprise-scale technology transformations – from monolith to microservices and from ad-hoc ops to disciplined SRE/IT governance. Deep expertise in cybersecurity and platform modernization.
Stage fit: Series A–C | Functions: Engineering, IT, Security
★★★ Angela Yee – Product Leadership
Helps founders scale B2B SaaS from early traction to enterprise – combining deep product operating experience across Series A, pre-IPO, and growth-stage companies.
Stage fit: Seed–Series B | Functions: Product, Product Strategy
★★★ Martín Sagastume – Engineering Leadership
Builds and scales high-performing tech teams, establishes strong engineering culture, and drives product delivery from early-stage to disciplined execution across B2B SaaS and deep tech.
Stage fit: Seed–Series B | Functions: Product Engineering, Team Building
★ Ben Klein – GTM & Sales Strategy
40+ ventures across technology go-to-market – helping startups move from concept to traction through systematic sales, RevOps, and product-led growth strategies.
Stage fit: Pre-Seed–Series A | Functions: Sales, GTM, RevOps
★ Morgan Williams – People & Talent
Scales founder-led, high-growth companies by building people strategies, systems, and leaders that turn messy, rapid growth into sustainable performance.
Stage fit: Seed–Series B | Functions: People Ops, HR, Talent
The Full STAR Network – 214+ Expert Operators
Our network spans Product, GTM, Finance, People, Engineering, and Operations at every stage from Seed to pre-IPO. New STAR expert operators are activated on a rolling basis after completing our full vetting, onboarding, and activation process.
Get Matched to a STAR Operator
Tell us your stage, your gap, and your timeline. We match you with 2–3 STAR expert operators within 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I work with an expert operator like this?
Submit a brief through Forward Share Network describing your situation and the gap you're trying to close. The team matches you with 2–3 expert operators who have comparable experience and confirms availability before any introductory call. No commitment is required before the intro.
What engagement formats are available for this type of work?
Three structures: a structured advisory seat (monthly sessions plus async), a scoped consulting project (30–90 days, defined deliverables), or a strategic advisory retainer for ongoing functional partnership. The right format depends on how well-defined your situation is and your timeline.
What similar situations can Forward Share Network address?
Forward Share Network's 200+ expert operators cover the full range of situations that growth-stage companies encounter – GTM builds, fundraising prep, leadership transitions, product pivots, operating model design, and team scaling. STAR case summaries on each expert operator's profile show the situations in which their proof points were earned.
How are results like these measured and verified?
Expert operators document outcomes as STAR proof points: Subject-matter expertise confirmed, Track-record verified, Available for engagement, Real outcomes in comparable situations. Proof points include specific metrics – revenue milestones, retention rates, team scale numbers – reviewed during the STAR credentialing process.
What's a realistic timeline to see results?
Advisory engagements typically produce a clear directional recommendation or decision within 60–90 days. Scoped projects deliver a specific artifact by the defined end date. Faster timelines are possible for well-defined situations; more complex situations require more calibration time.
Ready to match? No prep needed. 20 minutes.
Get Matched in 48 Hours →How It Works
Tell us your gap
20-minute read with Vish. We map the function, stage, and urgency — no deck required.
We match in 48 hours
You receive 1–3 STAR-verified operators matched to your exact situation — reviewed and accountable.
Deploy in days
No contract lock-in. Start with a sprint or ongoing engagement. Cancel any time.
How We Compare
The honest breakdown — what separates a Forward Share expert operator from your other options.
| Criteria | FSV Expert Operator | Staffing Agency | Full-Time Hire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time to deploy | 48 hours | 3–6 weeks | 3–6 months |
| Commitment | Cancel anytime | Contract-locked | 12+ months |
| Track record | STAR-verified outcomes | Resume-screened | References only |
| Cost model | Engagement-based, no fee | 20–30% placement fee | Base + equity + benefits |
| Quality | Top 5% — curated from 400+ | Available candidates | Best hire at this stage |
| Risk | Low — no long-term lock-in | Medium — fee non-refundable | High — mis-hire is 1.5–2× salary |
Find Your Expert in 48 Hours.
No prep needed. 20 minutes. You'll leave with a clear read on your gap — and the right operator to close it.
STAR-Verified · No Placement Fee · Cancel Anytime