Welcome To Fractional Leadership Ecosystem South Africa (FLESA)

The Standard of Trust in a World of Fractionals

FLESA is South Africa’s independent authority that accredits the competence and real-world experience of independent professionals and consultants, setting the standard of credibility and excellence for trusted fractional leaders.

For organisations, FLESA is your gateway to verified, high-calibre fractional talent - professionals who combine strategic insight with executional depth. Every FLESA-certified leader has passed a rigorous credibility check, ensuring they deliver measurable impact from day one.

Whether you’re ready to become a fractional leader or hire one, FLESA turns credibility into currency - and leadership into lasting value.

How We Help

FLESA is the bridge between leaders who are ready to serve and organisations that are ready to scale. We certify exceptional professionals to become credible, market-ready fractional leaders, and connect businesses with this new generation of on-demand leadership talent.

Whether you’re looking to become a fractional leader or hire one, FLESA turns potential into performance and experience into measurable impact.

  • Certify As A Fractional Leader

    Credentialing, on its own, is an empty promise unless backed by real substance. FLESA transforms experienced professionals into credible, market-ready fractional leaders through a clear, structured journey. We don’t just issue certificates; we equip you with practical tools, frameworks, and strategic guidance to reposition your hard-earned experience for the modern world of work. From refining your personal brand and sharpening your value proposition to mastering the art of traction, FLESA bridges the gap between potential and performance; helping you lead with confidence, clarity, and credibility.

  • Find A Certified Fractional Leader

    When your business needs results without the overhead of full-time hires, FLESA connects you to a network of certified fractional leaders - seasoned professionals who bring strategic expertise, leadership depth, and immediate impact. Each leader in our ecosystem has undergone a rigorous process of validation and development, ensuring they deliver tangible value from day one. Whether you’re scaling, transforming, or stabilising your organisation, FLESA helps you access the right leadership at the right time - empowering your business to grow smarter, faster and stronger.

  • Training For Fractional Leaders

    At FLESA, training isn’t about theory, it’s about transformation where it matters most. Our uniquely designed programmes are built to sharpen the edge of every fractional leader, combining strategic insight, commercial acumen and real-world leadership agility. We equip professionals to operate with the precision of a consultant, the influence of an executive and the adaptability of an astute entrepreneur. Through immersive learning and applied mastery, we turn expertise into execution, so every FLESA-trained leader not only earns credibility but commands it in boardrooms and businesses alike.

Who We Partner With

FLESA partners with established platforms and other emerging service providers who actively place or recommend fractional talent. These organizations rely on FLESA as a source of verified, high-quality professionals. Through these channels, your profile is circulated where the work is happening, not where it’s drying up.

We collaborate with bold thinkers, proven leaders, and forward-moving organizations who are ready to scale smarter, lead better and unlock next-level impact.

As this space grows and develops, FLESA intends to take the lead in the market-place to ensure that our members are kept abreast of this ever-changing landscape.

Join Our Pre-Eminent Founders Circle

Join our Founding Circle of the first 100 credentialed FLESA members and unlock exclusive early-mover benefits that won’t be repeated.

You’ll gain premium directory placement, lifetime “Founding Member” status, early access to strategic partnerships, referral priority as well as spotlight features on LinkedIn and on our platform.

This is your chance to lead the future of verified fractional leadership in South Africa and beyond.

Credentialing Tiers

  • EMERGING FRACTIONAL LEADER (EFL)

    Designed for professionals transitioning into fractional leadership. This tier validates credibility, foundational skills, and readiness to serve clients while still building a track record.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • 3–10 years of management or senior specialist experience.
    • At least 1 verifiable fractional, consulting, or interim project completed (or proof of readiness through training/mentorship).
    • Commitment to professional development (completion of core FLESA/Fractionals+ orientation or equivalent).
    • References: minimum of 2 professional endorsements.

    Benefits

    • Entry into the ecosystem with recognition as a vetted Emerging Leader.
    • Access to mentoring from experienced Fractionals.
    • Credential badge for credibility in the market.
    • Listing in member directory with "Emerging Fractional Leader" designation.
    • Access to curated toolkits and step-by-step client acquisition frameworks.

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  • EXPERIENCED FRACTIONAL LEADER (XFL)

    Tailored for seasoned practitioners who have proven expertise in fractional executive roles and can deliver measurable impact to multiple organizations.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • 10+ years of executive, senior management, or specialist leadership experience.
    • Minimum of 3 verified fractional/consulting/interim leadership assignments with measurable outcomes.
    • Demonstrated thought leadership (publications, speaking, training, or ecosystem contribution).
    • References: minimum of 3 client/board-level testimonials.

    Benefits

    • Recognition as a senior, market-ready Fractional Leader.
    • Priority visibility in client-facing searches and corporate matchmaking.
    • “Experienced Fractional Leader” credential badge.
    • Eligibility to mentor and coach Emerging Fractional Leaders.
    • Revenue-share or leadership opportunities within the ecosystem.
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Code Of Conduct

At FLESA, integrity isn’t just a value, it’s a standard.

Our Code of Conduct is a simple but powerful commitment that every verified member makes to lead with honesty, accountability, and respect.

It reflects the kind of leadership clients trust, teams admire, and results depend on. By upholding these shared principles, we create a professional ecosystem where credibility thrives, collaboration is seamless, and excellence becomes the norm.

This isn’t just about rules, it’s about setting the tone for what great fractional leadership looks like.

Code Of Conduct

Rolf Behr - Executive Director

Principal Ecosystem Builder.

Rolf is a seasoned fractional executive with 25+ years leading strategic growth across global markets. With experience working with top firms like McKinsey, BCG & EY, Rolf brings a wealth of cumulative knowledge and experience of how to help independent professionals position themselves as fractional executives.

Rolf chairs FLESA's Ethics & Standards Board.

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