Product Strategy, PLG, and Product Operations for Series A

Create a Winning Product Strategy and Roadmap

A well-defined product strategy is the foundation of a successful startup. We help Series A founders build a clear product strategy that aligns with their business goals and customer needs.

Focus Areas: Product-Market Fit. Roadmap Development. Customer-Centric Strategy. Market Analysis.

Leverage Product-Led Growth (PLG) for Scalable Success

Product-Led Growth (PLG) is a strategy where the product is the primary driver of user acquisition, retention, and expansion. We help implement AARRR frameworks and targeted growth strategies that turn products into a powerful engines for growth in the Series A stage.

Focus Areas: Onboarding Optimization. Self-Service Activation. Data-Driven Iteration. Retention Strategies.

Optimize Product Operations to Support Startup Growth

Product operations is the backbone of a successful product organization. We help streamline processes, build efficient workflows, and create scalable operations for Series A companies that allow the product team to execute at speed.

Focus Areas: Process Optimization. Cross-Functional Alignment. Tool Implementation. Metrics and Reporting.

Client Success Stories

Givsum

Type: B2B SaaS · Scope: PLG (Product-Led Growth), Product Operations
Work: Defined product-market-fit strategy, streamlined activation, improved customer support effectiveness
Outcome: Record months with 80K MAU and $2M annual GMV. Raised $1M seed

Chapa

Type: B2B SaaS · Scope: Product Strategy, PLG (Product-Led Growth)
Work: Focused on market traction, improved acquisition and activation for the newly launched product
Outcome: 50x revenue growth in 6 months crossing $100K MRR

Jumba

Type: B2B SaaS · Scope: Product Strategy, PLG (Product-Led Growth), Product Operations
Work: Defined KPIs and growth experiments, improved customer experience, increased retention and revenue
Outcome: $700K in monthly GMV with 70% increase in profit margins. Raised $4.5M

Relay on Demand

Type: B2B/P2P SaaS · Scope: Product Strategy, PLG (Product-Led Growth)
Work: Focused on customer journey, identified data patterns, improved acquisition, reduced churn
Outcome: 3x revenue growth in one year. Raised $500K crowdfunding

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Meet your Fractional CPO and Series A Startup Expert

Christos Kritikos

Product Executive · Venture Builder · Dreamer

I have more than two decades in entrepreneurship as a (co)founder, business consultant, and mentor, helping Series A startups build scalable products and product organizations. This type of growth is the number one investor requirement for Series fundraising. Entrepreneurship is a challenging and exciting path. My goal is to support both the startup and the founder so that they evolve as their company grows. I look forward to working with you!

Trusted By:

US SBDC, EIR

LabEight, EIR

SeedStars, Mentor

Cornell Tech, Advisor

ADEI, Program Manager

Venture Garden, Mentor

Faster Capital, Mentor

GreekTech, Mentor

What Entrepreneurs Say About Our Services

“Christos has been an amazing business coach and mentor! He has helped us think outside the box and see things that we didn't know were there.”

Carissa Ouellette, Cofounder, LIDI Inc

“Christos' mentoring has been an instrumental part to helping me grow. His incredibly insightful questions and thoughts provoke me to think at a higher level in a way that drives progress.”

Darrell Pickens, Founder/CEO, Relay on Demand

“Christos is a real 'Swiss army knife' for startups! He has helped with our marketing strategy, our product's user experience and much more.”

Vagelis Christidis, Cofounder/CEO, SmartBot360

“Christos offered clear guidance and efficient tools to get to the heart of a startup's needs. I really appreciate his attentive listening and the clarity of his responses adapted to the audience needs.”

Cathy Sartorio, Entrepreneur

Why Series A Startups Choose Our CPO Services for Scalable Growth

Deep Expertise and Expert Guidance at a Fraction of the Cost

A trusted partner and advisor
Mindful leadership as foundation for company growth
Proactive mission-driven methodology
Precise measures of success and execution strategies
Hands-on support (in the trenches with your team) when needed

Build product strategy and roadmap

Streamline processes and improve delivery times

Improve communication between leaders and execution team

Increase customer satisfaction

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We are here to support your Series A startup towards growth and success!

Emerging Humanity's Fractional CPO Services Help Visionary Entrepreneurs Maximize their Impact

40+

COUNTRIES

$250K-5M

FUNDING RANGE

100+

ENGAGEMENTS

We are committed to supporting entrepreneurs from developing countries and under-represented communities

The three core elements of our Fractional CPO services for Series A startups

Mindful Entrepreneurship

We support Series A founders on a mission to improve our world

Holistic approach to each startup and founder
Social responsibility and impact as measures of success
Mindful leadership as foundation for company growth
Proactive mission-driven methodology
Focus on developing countries and under-represented communities

Fulfilling a mission is about alignment. Between strategy, roadmap and team.

It is also about strength. The strength to stay focused & committed, to face challenges & market realities, to break through limitations.

Emerging Humanity supports startups and founders in being their best!

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Teaching Product Strategy, PLG, and Product Operations to Series A Startups

In startups, everything sits on the shoulders of the entrepreneurs. The strengths and weaknesses of the founding team create a ceiling to the company's growth.

We can help you break through that, pushing the business priorities while remaining mindful of the team's skillset.

How is this achieved? Mainly through guidance and direction, at times by jumping in the trenches with you and showing you what to do, and occasionally by carrying you through the mud!

It is not just about advice. Our work is about co-creation!

Have you seen social media quotes about entrepreneurship? Yes, they are inspiring. No, just reading those is not enough!

We give you the cold hard truths and the right kind of support to push you forward.

Boost your Product for Series A: Strategy · Growth · Operations

01

Create a Scalable Product Strategy

Understand your audience. Validate ideas for market fit. Fine tune your roadmap for growth. Prioritize product features. Manage with the right tools. Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

02

Achieve Product-Market Fit

Define the right business model. Built a comprehensive Go-to-Market strategy. Launch with a bang. Build your PLG (Product-Led Growth) systems. Instill a customer-oriented approach in your company's foundation.

03

Master Series A Fundraising

Build a strong business case. Create a solid pitch deck. Find and connect with the right type of investors. Leverage scalable growth to demonstrate your profit and impact potential.

04

Build a High-Performance Team for Scalable Growth

Attract the right people. Set clear expectations for team performance. Create the foundation for team growth. Keep people engaged and motivated. Nurture a strong company culture.

05

Optimize Product Operations for Series A Success

Set up an environment of transparency and accountability. Define clear roles & responsibilities. Align dev and business processes for growth. Coordinate and manage effectively.

06

Develop Mindful Leadership and Grow Your Business

Strengthen your personal leadership. Identify and tackle blind spots. Take the right risks. Be the badass that you are. Set an example. Become the inspiration.

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We Help Visionary Tech Entrepreneurs Build Impactful Companies!

Accelerate Growth and Impact for Your Series A Startup

CPO Services to Drive Product Strategy, PLG, and Product Operations for Scalable Growth in Tech Startups

Focus Areas: Product-Market Fit. Roadmap Development. Customer-Centric Strategy. Market Analysis.

Focus Areas: Onboarding Optimization. Self-Service Activation. Data-Driven Iteration. Retention Strategies.

Focus Areas: Process Optimization. Cross-Functional Alignment. Tool Implementation. Metrics and Reporting.

Trusted By:

Deep Expertise and Expert Guidance at a Fraction of the Cost

We are here to support your Series A startup towards growth and success!

We are committed to supporting entrepreneurs from developing countries and under-represented communities

Emerging Humanity supports startups and founders in being their best!

We give you the cold hard truths and the right kind of support to push you forward.

Understand your audience. Validate ideas for market fit. Fine tune your roadmap for growth. Prioritize product features. Manage with the right tools. Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

Define the right business model. Built a comprehensive Go-to-Market strategy. Launch with a bang. Build your PLG (Product-Led Growth) systems. Instill a customer-oriented approach in your company's foundation.

Build a strong business case. Create a solid pitch deck. Find and connect with the right type of investors. Leverage scalable growth to demonstrate your profit and impact potential.

Attract the right people. Set clear expectations for team performance. Create the foundation for team growth. Keep people engaged and motivated. Nurture a strong company culture.

Set up an environment of transparency and accountability. Define clear roles & responsibilities. Align dev and business processes for growth. Coordinate and manage effectively.

Strengthen your personal leadership. Identify and tackle blind spots. Take the right risks. Be the badass that you are. Set an example. Become the inspiration.