Ronan Walsh

About Ronan Walsh

I help businesses scale, systemize, and execute their vision—whether as a full-time CEO/COO or a fractional executive. With deep experience leading startups, SMBs, and global organizations, I specialize in transforming operations and driving sustainable growth.C-level leadership: Partnered with boards and founders to align strategy and execution across teams.Growth and transformation: Scaled companies from early-stage to operational maturity, and led digital transformation initiatives at Microsoft, Sia Partners, and Corel.Fractional expertise: Supported startups and SMBs with operational excellence, remote team leadership, and executive-level decision making—without the overhead of a full-time hire.As a co-founder of Loft9 and other ventures, and with prior leadership roles at Sia Partners and Point B Consulting, I bring an entrepreneurial mindset and global perspective to every engagement.I’m passionate about helping organizations unlock their potential. Let’s connect if you’re seeking an experienced CEO or COO to lead your next stage of growth.

Experience

1. Partner

   Avantege

   Mar 2023 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   At Avantege, I help founders and leadership teams transform their strategy and operations to achieve sustainable growth and long-term success. In my role as a fractional CEO/COO, I provide objective insight and hands-on leadership, empowering organizations to scale efficiently, strengthen their operational foundations, and align their teams for peak performance.Key Contributions:• Partnered with service-based businesses to reimagine and execute growth strategies while building scalable operational systems.• Helped founders position their organizations for acquisition or investment readiness, driving clarity and confidence in decision-making.• Delivered strategic and operational frameworks that improved delivery predictability, team alignment, and client satisfaction.• Acted as a trusted advisor during critical transitions, enabling companies to adapt and thrive in dynamic market environments.

Education

• Dublin City University

  B(Science) in Compuer Science, Computer Science

  1990 — 1995