Why Hire Dan Blair as Your Fractional COO?

Bringing in a seasoned senior operations leader like Dan Blair can provide immediate, strategic, and cost-effective benefits to your organization. Here’s how:

Key Benefits of a Fractional COO

• Scaling with Efficiency – Rapid growth can strain legacy processes and systems, making them cost-prohibitive or ineffective. A fractional COO optimizes operations to sustain and accelerate growth.
• Performance Optimization – If your operations team is underperforming, you need a clear assessment of current inefficiencies and actionable strategies to improve.
• Strategic Direction – At a crossroads? A fractional COO serves as an unbiased, experienced strategic partner, helping define a clear path, develop a viable roadmap, and ensure seamless execution.
• Cross-Functional Alignment – Many organizations struggle to align IT, Marketing, Analytics, Training, and Operations with overall business objectives. A fractional COO ensures all departments execute effectively toward shared goals.
• Project Leadership – When facing critical, time-sensitive initiatives, your existing team may lack the expertise or bandwidth to execute effectively. A fractional COO steps in to drive results without disrupting other priorities.

A Cost-Effective, High-Impact Solution

Hiring a fractional COO provides executive-level leadership without the full-time cost. Engagements typically range from 4 to 30 hours per week and can last several months or longer, depending on your needs.

The Foundations of Strong Operations Management

A well-run business requires structured, data-driven operations management that drives efficiency, cost control, and growth. The key foundations include:

• Planning – Continuously forecasting, strategizing, and optimizing workflows.
• Process – Implementing standardized, repeatable processes to improve productivity.
• Efficiency – Identifying and resolving bottlenecks, resource gaps, and downtime.
• Cost Control – Managing production and operational costs to protect profitability.
• Quality Assurance – Maintaining strong quality control to uphold reputation and customer satisfaction.
• Continuous Improvement – Establishing systems for ongoing innovation and optimization.
• Technology Integration – Leveraging the right technology to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Profitability – A well-executed operations strategy directly impacts the bottom line.

Unlock Your Organization’s Full Potential

With Dan Blair as your fractional COO, your business gains an experienced leader who can optimize operations, drive growth, and improve profitability—all in a flexible, cost-effective engagement.

If your organization is ready to scale efficiently, improve execution, and eliminate operational roadblocks, a fractional COO is the solution.

About Me

Dan Blair, MBA

Fractional COO for Dental Practices | Growth Strategist | Operations Expert

Welcome! I'm Dan Blair, a results-driven Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) specializing in dental practice growth, operational efficiency, and strategic expansion. With over a decade of experience in private equity-backed dental organizations, I have successfully scaled multi-location practices, optimized profitability, and implemented data-driven decision-making.

I have led the growth of dental service organizations (DSOs) and dental partnership organizations (DPOs), expanding operations from 11 to 65 locations, increasing revenues from $13M to $150M, and improving EBITDA through lean operational strategies. My hands-on leadership has driven double-digit revenue growth, market expansion, and streamlined workflows across finance, HR, marketing, and compliance.

What I Offer as a Fractional COO

✔ Growth Acceleration – Develop and execute strategies to scale your dental practice and boost revenue.
✔ Operational Optimization – Streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and increase profitability.
✔ Financial Performance & P&L Management – Enhance financial controls to drive sustainable profit growth.
✔ DSO & DPO Expertise – Support multi-location practices in navigating private equity dynamics and operational challenges.
✔ Leadership & Change Management – Implement best-in-class systems and mentor teams to execute business goals.

Why Work With Me?

I have built a career helping dentists, practice owners, and private equity investors maximize their business potential. Whether you're looking to scale your practice, improve operational efficiency, or navigate the complexities of DSO growth, I bring the expertise and strategy to help you achieve long-term success.

Let’s build a thriving, efficient, and profitable dental business together!

📩 Connect with me today to discuss how I can support your practice.