Data Advisory Subscription

A senior data leader
in your Slack channel.

Strategic data advisory for growing companies. Ask anything about your data stack, KPIs, hiring, vendors, or governance — and get expert answers within hours.

Starting at $2,500/mo Month-to-month · Cancel anytime
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Inspired by proven fractional advisory models serving 200+ companies

The Problem

You're stuck between too expensive and not enough

Too early for a full CDO

$15-20K/mo for a Fractional CDO is overkill when you need answers, not a 90-day roadmap.

Your sweet spot Data Advisory
Subscription

Too complex for AI tools

ChatGPT doesn't know your data stack, your team dynamics, or your business context.

What's Covered

Seven areas where a senior data leader changes everything

Tool Selection & Vendor Review

Looker vs Metabase vs Preset? We've deployed 30+ tools across 50 companies — we'll tell you what fits.

KPI Framework & Metrics

Define the 10-15 metrics that actually drive decisions. Align your team on definitions and owners.

Hiring Strategy

When to hire your first analyst vs. engineer. JDs, interview rubrics, compensation benchmarks.

Data Governance

Access control, data quality standards, GDPR/SOC2 readiness — before auditors ask questions.

AI & ML Assessment

Where AI will actually help your business vs. where it's just hype. Practical, grounded evaluation.

Data Stack Audit

Your warehouse, ETL, BI layer — what's working, what's redundant, what's missing.

Vendor Negotiations

We know what Snowflake, Fivetran, and dbt should cost at your scale. Save 20-40% on contracts.

Choose Your Level

Find your starting point.

All plans include direct Slack/Teams access to a senior data strategist with 16+ years experience.

Start with a free 7-day trial

Access the advisory chat, ask up to 5 questions, and see the value before committing. No credit card required.

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Advisory
$2,500/month

Async advisory via Slack/Teams

  • Unlimited Slack questions
  • Response within 24 hours
  • Tool & vendor recommendations
  • KPI & metrics guidance
  • Hiring strategy advice
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Advisory+
$5,000/month

Async + 2 live strategy calls/month

  • Everything in Advisory
  • 2× 60-min strategy calls/month
  • Document review & feedback
  • Priority response (same day)
  • Architecture diagrams & briefs
  • Quarterly data maturity check-in
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Fractional CDO
$15,000+/month

Full strategic leadership & oversight

  • Everything in Advisory+
  • 10-20 hours/week embedded
  • Team management & mentoring
  • Execution oversight
  • 90-day data roadmap
  • Agency execution team on tap
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Need a one-time consultation? Ad-hoc sessions available at $500/hour — no subscription required. Book a session →

How It Works

Three steps to data clarity

01

Subscribe & Onboard

30-minute kickoff call. We learn your stack, team, and top challenges. You get added to a private Slack/Teams channel with your dedicated data strategist. Ready in 48 hours.

02

Ask Anything

Post questions anytime. "Should we switch from Redshift to BigQuery?" "How do we structure our analytics team?" "What's the right KPI for retention?" No question too strategic, no question too specific.

03

Get Expert Answers

Responses backed by 16+ years and 50+ companies. Not generic advice — specific recommendations for your context, your scale, your constraints. Within 24 hours, usually same day.

How We Compare

Why subscription advisory wins

Advisory Subscription Consulting Firm AI Tools Doing Nothing
Monthly Cost$2.5-5K$20-50K (project)$20-200/mo$0 (hidden costs grow)
Context RetentionPersistentStarts fresh each timeResets every chatTribal knowledge
Response TimeSame dayWeeks (scoping)Instant (generic)When someone has time
AccountabilityNamed senior expertJunior analyst rotationsNoneNobody owns it
Upgrade PathAdvisory → CDO → AgencyAnother SOWNoneEmergency hiring
Advisory Subscription
Monthly Cost$2.5-5K
ContextPersistent
Response TimeSame day
AccountabilityNamed expert
Upgrade PathAdvisory → CDO → Agency
Consulting Firm
Monthly Cost$20-50K
ContextStarts fresh
Response TimeWeeks
AccountabilityJunior rotations
Upgrade PathAnother SOW
AI Tools
Monthly Cost$20-200
ContextResets every chat
Response TimeInstant (generic)
AccountabilityNone
Upgrade PathNone
The Journey

Start small. Scale when ready.

Free

7-Day Trial

Test the value. 5 questions.

$2,500/mo

Advisory

Async strategy via Slack.

$5,000/mo

Advisory+

Strategy calls + docs review.

$15,000+/mo

Fractional CDO

Embedded leadership.

Custom

Agency

Full execution team.

Scope

We focus on strategy so you can focus on execution

Advisory means guidance, direction, and expertise — not hands-on-keyboard work. For implementation, upgrade to Fractional CDO or Agency Execution.

Writing SQL queries or building pipelines
Setting up ETL/ELT or data infrastructure
Building dashboards or reports
Managing your team's daily work
Tasks requiring more than 2 hours of dedicated work
“Nick became our go-to advisor for every data decision. Instead of spending weeks evaluating tools and debating architecture, we just ask him — and get a clear answer backed by real experience.”
Alex Dolmatov CMO, Tripleten
50+ Projects
16+ Years
$2B+ Client Revenue
Questions

Frequently asked

How is this different from hiring a consultant?
Consultants scope work, deliver a report, and leave. Advisory is ongoing — we stay in your Slack, learn your context over time, and answer questions as they arise. No SOWs, no scoping calls, no 6-week wait for a deliverable.
What kind of questions can I ask?
Anything data-related. "Which BI tool should we use?" "How do we define churn for a marketplace?" "Should we hire a data engineer or analyst first?" "Is our Snowflake bill reasonable?" If we can't help, we'll tell you and point you in the right direction.
How fast do you respond?
Advisory: within 24 business hours. Advisory+: same business day, usually within a few hours. We're not a chatbot — responses are thoughtful and specific to your context.
Can we upgrade to Fractional CDO later?
Absolutely — that's the design. Many clients start with Advisory to test the fit, then upgrade when ready for hands-on implementation. Your advisor already knows your context, so the transition is seamless.
Is there a minimum commitment?
No long-term contracts. Month-to-month billing. We recommend at least 3 months to see the full value of persistent context, but you can cancel anytime.
How is this different from ChatGPT?
ChatGPT doesn't know your data stack, your team structure, your budget, or your business context. It generates plausible-sounding advice that may not apply to your situation. We give you specific, accountable recommendations from someone who knows your company — and who uses AI themselves to deliver faster, deeper answers.
Can I switch between tiers?
Yes, upgrade or downgrade at any time. Most clients start with Advisory to test the fit, then move to Advisory+ when they need regular strategy sessions. Your context carries over — no re-onboarding needed.
Who will be my advisor?
Nick Valiotti — Founder of Valiotti Data, with 16+ years in data strategy across 50+ companies. You get the senior person, not a junior associate. That's the entire point.

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