Fractional CPO/CPTO
Your Strategic Product Partner & Advisor

Helping businesses create innovative products, drive strategy, and build high-performing teams with expert leadership support.

Are you ready to unlock your team's full potential and create market-leading products?

I’m Leah Farmer, a seasoned Chief Product Officer with 25+ years of experience, including leadership roles at Klarna (VP Product/Domain Lead) and Tourlane (CPTO), and am currently the Fractional CPO at TravelLocal. I bring deep expertise in product development, team leadership, and overcoming the challenges that product teams face. Now, you can access CPO-level leadership without hiring a full-time executive.

Service Offerings

Fractional or Interim CPO/CPTO

Short-Term Leadership for Long-Term Impact

  • Seamlessly integrate into your leadership team as a full-time CPO for a defined period.
  • Develop and execute a clear product vision and roadmap.
  • Lead product teams through periods of change, growth, or transition.
  • Manage the complexities of scaling product operations and delivering on key milestones.

CPO Advisor

Strategic Guidance When You Need It

  • High-level advisory support to guide your product strategy and decisions.
  • Regular check-ins to help you prioritize, solve challenges, and stay on track.
  • Insights into scaling, market positioning, and team dynamics without embedding a full-time leader.
  • Flexibility to tailor advisory hours to your specific needs and business cycle.

Product Leadership Coaching

Empowering Your Leaders to Drive Product Success

  • One-on-one coaching for product leaders to refine their skills and approach.
  • Focus on product-led growth strategies, team leadership, and stakeholder management.
  • Tools and frameworks to help leaders prevent burnout and create a resilient, high-performing team.
  • Tailored coaching programs that build confident, effective product leadership.

Who is This For?

  • Startups needing expert product leadership during a critical period of growth or transition.
  • Companies looking for strategic product advice without committing to a full-time executive hire.
  • Product leaders and executives who want to develop their leadership skills, avoid burnout, and inspire their teams.

Why Choose Me?

With over two decades of experience building and leading products in the fast-paced tech world, I know what it takes to succeed in today’s market. I offer:

  • Proven Results: I’ve helped teams scale, deliver innovative products, and overcome roadblocks in some of the most competitive industries.
  • Tailored Solutions: Every business is unique; my approach is customized to meet your specific needs and goals.
  • Expert Leadership: As a coach and leader, I’m passionate about helping teams avoid burnout, foster collaboration, and deliver real value