Fractional CTO
A technology choice you can defend
A fractional CTO gives a business senior technical judgment part time, without a full-time hire. I write each technology decision down with its trade-offs, and every account stays in your name.
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What a Fractional CTO Does
The senior technical seat, part time
A fractional CTO owns the technology decisions for a company that needs senior judgment but not a full-time officer. That covers the architecture, the vendors, the build plan, the security basics and the question of who can see what.
The seat has decision rights. A fractional CTO who only writes recommendations and watches a vendor do the work is an advisor with a better title. I hold the decisions in writing and check each one against its result.

Fractional CTO Services
The technical work I take on
These are the services a fractional CTO seat covers most often. The scope names which ones apply and how many days a month each one needs.
Architecture and vendor review
The system map, the options for each part and a written comparison on the same criteria for every vendor.
Build oversight
A check on the plan, the milestones and the code for anything built by an outside team, with the findings in writing.
Security and access basics
Who holds each account, where the backups live and who can change the domain, the hosting and the data.
Hiring and handoff
The technical brief for a developer or agency, and the handoff notes that let the next person pick up the work.
Why Non-Technical Founders Stall on Technology
Choices made by pitch
A founder who cannot judge a technical proposal ends up choosing on the pitch. The vendor who presents best wins, then holds the code, the accounts and the knowledge of how the system works. Leaving means starting over.
That is the pattern I see most often. The technology was not bad on its own. It was chosen by whoever could explain it most smoothly, with no written record of the other options.

Vendor-Neutral Technology Decisions
Options before a vendor
Vendor-neutral means the decision starts with the need and the vendor comes last. Each option is scored on the same written criteria before anyone signs anything.

- The business need, written in one sentence before any product is named
- At least three options, including doing nothing or using what is already owned
- The cost to run each option for three years, not only the launch cost
- Who holds the data, the keys and the exit path for each option
- The skills the team has, or would need to hire, to keep it working
Architecture Decision Record Sample
The decision, written once
| Question | Options compared | What decides it | Decision and owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where customer records live | Owned cloud account, vendor-hosted platform, spreadsheet | Who holds the keys, exit cost, access logs | Owned cloud account, owner holds the keys |
| Which website platform to build on | Custom build, hosted builder, open-source CMS | Editing by staff, data ownership, cost to run | Owner's pick after the comparison, recorded here |
| Who can publish changes | Owner only, named editors, agency only | Speed of changes, audit trail | Named editors, changes logged |
| How backups are tested | Vendor promise, owner-held copy, restore drill | Time to restore, who runs the drill | Quarterly restore drill, owner informed |
Choosing a Website Platform
The platform follows the need
I build on the platform that fits the business, and I say when the one you are on is the problem. A brochure site, a booking system and a patient portal have different needs, and the platform choice follows the list of what the site must do.
Custom code is not always the answer. A hosted builder is enough for many small sites, and I will tell you which one applies before any build starts.

Fractional CTO Cadence
How the seat runs each month
The seat runs on the same rhythm as the other fractional seats I hold: a short weekly call, one decision log and a monthly readout against the plan.
- Step 01
Weekly technical call
Thirty minutes on open decisions, blockers and vendor questions, each with an owner and a date.
- Step 02
Decision log
Every architecture and vendor choice written down with the options, the reason and the review date.
- Step 03
Monthly readout
What shipped, what broke, what it cost to run and what I would change. Each line can be checked against the invoices.
How a Build Review Runs
A review in four steps
A build review is a fixed scope with a written end. It answers one question: is the work on track, and what must change first?
- Step 01
Read the scope
Compare what was promised with what the plan says is being built, and note every gap.
- Step 02
Review the code and accounts
Check the repositories, the hosting, the domain and the access list for anything the owner cannot reach.
- Step 03
Write the findings
Each finding gets a severity, an owner and the decision it changes, in one document the owner can read.
- Step 04
Agree the fixes
The owner chooses which fixes happen now, which wait and which the builder must redo before payment.
Fractional CTO Portfolio
Builds I can show, and what each was

Website build · Henderson
GIOSTAR: the clinic website, booking and lead tracking
I built and run giostarwellness.com for a regenerative medicine and wellness clinic in Henderson: every service page, online booking, financing and a blog. A website lead is tracked end to end, from the form to a booked consult to an active patient, with no manual steps. I also built its live brand hub, so every page, post and print piece pulls the same colours, type and rules.
See the live sitePortfolio Examples
More of the work

Website build · Las Vegas
WebVegas: a Las Vegas web design brand and its booking funnel
See the live site

Brand mark · Event venue
Desert Inn Oasis: the refined mark and the plan for the new site
Site in build

Brand identity · Pharma
Mili Pharma: the butterfly mark and the lockups
Site in build

Social content system
Quotible: a testimonial-led social series
Content system
Fractional CTO Reviews
What clients say, quoted as written
- ★★★★★
After going back and forth on whether to bring in outside help, we ended up working with Justin for some AI consulting on how to structure our operations. He laid out a clear plan, didn't overcomplicate it, and we've been running smoother since. Good fit for a service business. He knows Las Vegas and he knows this stuff.
Kristen S. · Google
- ★★★★★
Justin joined our team a few months before opening to replace a marketing agency that wasn’t performing. He stepped up fast. Within weeks he launched a fully redesigned website with new brand guidelines, built and delivered our marketing plan and AI strategy, and helped implement our system architecture so we could open on time. Since then, he’s made several critical enhancements to the site that helped us generate revenue in our first month. His engagement was supposed to end at opening, but he became such an integral part of our leadership team that we kept him on to help evolve our marketing and tech strategy as we grow. He’s easy to work with, pushes back when it matters, and moves easily between strategy, delivery, and operations depending on what’s needed. If you’re looking for a deeply experienced, knowledgeable, and dedicated marketing, AI, or technology consultant, I highly recommend Justin Harris AI Consulting.
Devin R. · Google
- ★★★★★
Justin has been a true Gem to have as part of our company. His professionalism, immediate attention to branding and extensive details in marketing has made so much improvement on our business. We are forever grateful to have such and amazing marketing asset and cannot thank you enough Justin!
Desi W. · Google
- ★★★★
Justin Harris was very helpful in resolving some issues we had with our Webflow website.
Kristy F. · Google
- ★★★★★
I had the pleasure of working alongside Justin and consistently saw firsthand the level of dedication and professionalism he brings to his work. He was always the first one in the office, setting the tone with his strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. What stood out most was how deeply he cared about every client. He approached each project with thoughtfulness, expertise, and a genuine drive to deliver meaningful results. He combines sharp technical knowledge with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset, which makes him especially effective in the AI space. Any organization looking for thoughtful, reliable, and highly skilled AI consulting support would be in great hands working with him!
Jenevine Y. · Google
- ★★★★★
Hired him to manage our AI systems and it's been pretty smooth. He knew what needed to be done and got it handled without a lot of back and forth. Good experience for our service business.
BC G. · Google
- ★★★★★
I follow Justin on social media and read about his work and his contributions to the AI industry. He really knows how to use the technology in creating a system that allows you to make your business work more efficiently and effectively.
Ana J. · Google
- ★★★★★
Justin was the person I would go to for advice about AI automation for my workload. He knew the subject well and didn't overcomplicate it. For anyone in Las Vegas running a service business and wondering if AI systems are worth looking into, talking to him first is a great move!
Yaneliz M. · Google
- ★★★★★
Working with Justin is always a pleasure. He is professional, trustworthy, and consistently delivers outstanding results. As a longtime Las Vegas local, he has an exceptional knowledge of the territory and truly understands the market. I highly recommend his services to anyone who is serious about growing their business!
k C. · Google
- ★★★★★
From what I've seen, Justin knows the AI automation space better than most people I've come across in Las Vegas. He's the kind of person who actually understands the technical side and can explain it without making you feel lost. Good guy, good reputation.
Afaryn F. · Google
- ★★★★★
I've Known Justin for a while now and he really knows his stuff when it comes to AI consulting. If people in Las Vegas were to ask me for recommendations in this space, he's the best guy for the job, hands down.
Mickey S. · Google
- ★★★★★
After going back and forth on whether to bring in outside help, we reached out to Justin for some AI consulting advice on where our service business could actually use automation. He was straightforward about what made sense and what didn't. Ended up being a useful conversation. Las Vegas has no shortage of people claiming to be experts, and he's one of the few who could back it up.
Vincent M. · Google
- ★★★★★
Known Justin for a few years now and the guy actually knows his stuff when it comes to AI automation. Friends in the Las Vegas service business space keep asking me who to call and I always point them his way.
Chris M. · Google
- ★★★★★
Justin is one of those guys who actually knows what he's talking about and doesn't cut any corners. Will definitely be working with him again.
David S. · Google
- ★★★★★
Justin knows what he's doing highly recommend using his service he will treat you right and give you tremendous value !👍
Gregory J. · Google
- ★★★★★
Known Justin for a many years and the guy actually knows what he's talking about when it comes to AI and automation. Not the type to just throw buzzwords around. Based in Las Vegas and well connected in the space. …
cindy D. · Google
- ★★★★★
Known Justin for a few years now. Guy knows the AI space better than most people I've come across, especially here in Las Vegas where there's no shortage of people claiming to be experts. He actually understands how AI automation works at a practical level, not just the theory. The kind of person who gives you a straight answer with kindness and patience
Katelyn H. · Google
- ★★★★★
Knew Justin before he started building AI systems for businesses, and watching what he's put together is genuinely impressive. He built out an AI automation setup for my website in Las Vegas and it changed how we handle leads completely. The guy actually runs this stuff himself, so he knows what works.
Justin E. · Google
Technology Ownership for Business Owners
Who holds the keys
Ownership is the first decision on every technology seat. An owner should be able to end the seat tomorrow and keep the business running.

- Domains registered in the owner's name, with the login held by the owner
- Hosting and code repositories in accounts the owner controls
- A written list of every account, who holds it and how it is recovered
- Backups kept in a place the owner can reach without a vendor
- Access reviewed each month, with removed staff taken off the list the same week
Fractional CTO Scope and Cost
What sets the seat's days
I quote a fixed price for a written scope. A seat that reviews one vendor is a different job from a seat that oversees a build across three teams, so a rate would mislead in both directions.

- How many systems the seat reviews and how many vendors it compares
- Whether an outside team is building, and how many milestones remain
- How many days a month the seat needs in the business
- Security and access work the scope includes, such as an access audit
- Migration of existing accounts, domains or data
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Fractional CTO Questions
Questions founders ask first
Proof, not promises
Case studies I can show you
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