The Challenge
The Honor Foundation (THF) is a highly respected nonprofit serving transitioning U.S. Special Operations Forces. When the opportunity emerged to expand beyond that niche and serve a broader veteran population, THF had vision — but not capacity.
The organization faced a classic problem:
A new, unvalidated program concept with no funding or infrastructure
Zero internal bandwidth to lead development
No justification for hiring a full-time Executive Director at such an early stage
The Results
Program launched with zero full-time hires
Digital ecosystem built in under 6 months
Expanded THF’s reach beyond the Special Ops community
Positioned for external fundraising and national growth
The Honor Foundation – Launching Innovation with Fractional Leadership
Industry: Military Transition, Nonprofit, Education
Engagement Type: Fractional Program Executive Director
The Sigma Forces Solution
Sigma Forces stepped in as a fractional Program Executive Director, bringing startup energy, operational know-how, and brand clarity to a high-potential idea.
Developed the Vector Accelerator Program:
We built the program from the ground up — name, brand, mission, and structure — ensuring it aligned with THF’s values while standing as a distinct offering for a broader veteran audience.
Built the Full Digital Ecosystem:
From website design to learning management system (LMS), online community platform, and podcast production, we created a fully digital-first experience designed to scale.
Created Infrastructure for Fundraising & Scale:
We gave THF a complete program package — ready to present to funders, partners, and internal stakeholders for buy-in and growth.
Why It Matters
This is what fractional leadership does best: take big ideas from concept to execution — fast and lean. For The Honor Foundation, Sigma Forces made it possible to launch an ambitious new program without overcommitting internal resources or risking donor trust.