You don't have to scale alone
Join Stratosphere - the leadership growth circle for tech founders and CEOs.
Together, we connect, learn and grow in a curated group of trusted peers.
Scaling is challenging and isolating at times. But with the right people around you, it doesn’t have to be.
How Stratosphere can help
– Gain clarity and confidence in decision making.
– Navigate complex challenges with assurance.
– Accelerate growth with collective wisdom and shared experiences.
– Enhance your leadership skills to help drive your team to grow.
You don’t need more noise.
You need clarity, focus and challenge.
Leading a tech business is fast, demanding and often isolating. Stratosphere exists to give founders like you a private space to think bigger, make smarter decisions and stay accountable, alongside high-performing peers.
What is Stratosphere?
A curated ‘mastermind’ cohort of 6–8 tech founders
Monthly 90-minute online sessions, WhatsApp group + 1:1 sessions where required
Focused on building your growth strategy, organisation, process and execution
Led by Richard Leader, fractional CMO and executive coach
Application-only to ensure fit, value and no direct competition
Led by a fractional CMO who gets it
With 20+ years supporting early-stage and scaling tech businesses, I bring both strategic marketing and founder coaching experience to every session. This isn’t just peer discussion, it’s guided progress.
Is Stratosphere right for you?
You’re a good fit if you:
Run a tech start-up or scale-up
Want to grow strategically, not just reactively
Value challenge and accountability from peers and are ready to share
Are open, coachable, and ambitious
What you'll gain
Sharper strategic thinking
Trusted feedback on key decisions
Accountability to execute your goals
Exposure to other founder perspectives
A discreet and confidential space to work on what matters most
When?
Stratosphere features a monthly online call for 90 minutes.
Summer cohort will begin in July 2025.
Autumn cohort starts September 2025.
For how long?
Each cohort lasts for 6 months and can be extended by mutual agreement.
And how much is it?
£395 per month –
Special offer: £295 per month for bookings made by 30 June 2025. (Subject to VAT).
“…moments of calm in a crazy world and times when I feel all the threads starting to come together to make sense.”
Dan Hammond, Squadify
Apply to join the circle - in 90 seconds or less
If you are interested in joining Stratosphere, please complete the form below and we’ll be in touch.
We review every application to keep the groups sharp and relevant.
And there’s no financial commitment yet!
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If you’re not ready to take the jump into peer-led growth just yet, register your interest below and we’ll keep you up to date with future cohort announcements.