A Clear Standard for Fractional Professionals

Why This Exists

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The fractional market has grown fast.
So has confusion.

Companies are hiring people with “C-level” titles who have never operated at that level.
The result is predictable. Poor outcomes. Lost trust.

This Code exists to fix that.

It sets a clear standard for how fractional professionals represent themselves, operate, and serve clients.

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What Members Agree To

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Every IAFP member commits to:

• Represent their experience and titles accurately

• Operate at the level they claim, or clearly state otherwise

• Take responsibility for outcomes, not just advice

• Act in the best interest of the client

• Stay within their scope of competence

• Maintain confidentiality and disclose conflicts

• Conduct themselves professionally in all interactions

 

No inflated titles. No blurred lines. No misleading positioning.

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Not Just Words

 

​All IAFP members are required to acknowledge and agree to this Code.​

This is not a values statement.

IAFP may, at its discretion, review concerns raised regarding member conduct.

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If a member fails to uphold this Code:

• They may be warned

• They may be removed

• Any associated designation, including VFO, may be revoked

 

How This Connects to VFO

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The Code defines the standard.
VFO verifies it.

All members agree to the Code.
VFO holders have demonstrated they operate at that level.

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For Companies

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If you’re hiring a fractional professional, this gives you a baseline.

Every IAFP member has agreed to a defined standard.
VFO members have been vetted against it.

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For Members

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This is how you stand out in a crowded market.

Not by claiming a title.
By operating at a standard.​