A deep bench of

experts, on call.

A deep bench of experts, on call.

A deep bench of experts, on call.

We provide structured leave planning, hands-on operational coverage, and tools that keep the business moving so founders can step away with confidence.

We provide structured leave planning, hands-on operational coverage, and tools that keep the business moving so founders can step away with confidence.

Become a Continuity Partner

These are the people you want in your company

These are the people you want in your company

We've built a team of are vetted operators and former founders who know how to keep an early-stage company moving through uncertainty. Each one has built teams, shipped products, navigated real leadership challenges, and know how to move fast when it matters. When you need coverage, we match you with someone who gets your business and can own it from day one of your leave.

We've built a team of are vetted operators and former founders who know how to keep an early-stage company moving through uncertainty. Each one has built teams, shipped products, navigated real leadership challenges, and know how to move fast when it matters. When you need coverage, we match you with someone who gets your business and can own it from day one of your leave.

Entrepreneurs that actually get it

Entrepreneurs that actually get it

Entrepreneurs that actually get it

Every Continuity Partner is a former founder with full-cycle operating experience. They’ve been in the seat, made the calls, and know how to run a company when the founder steps away. Meet some of our Continuity Partners below.

Every Continuity Partner is a former founder with full-cycle operating experience. They’ve been in the seat, made the calls, and know how to run a company when the founder steps away. Meet some of our Continuity Partners below.

Ann Wehren

GTM genius

B2B2C

B2B2C

GTM

GTM

Techstars

Techstars

Christine Outram

Serial entrepreneur

Growth

Growth

EdTech

EdTech

Fundraising Cycle

Fundraising Cycle

Acquired

Acquired

Kim Jolasun

Famtech expert

Famtech

Famtech

B2C

B2C

VC-Backed

VC-Backed

John Zimmerman

Friend to all builders

Fundraising Cycle

Fundraising Cycle

$50M+ Raised

$50M+ Raised

VC-Backed

VC-Backed

Maya Enista Smith

Social impact leader

Fundraising

Fundraising

Digital Health

Digital Health

Nonprofit

Nonprofit

Hank Olkien

Deal Integrator

M&A

M&A

Growth Stage

Growth Stage

Pre-Exit

Pre-Exit

Take real leave, without losing momentum.

Take real leave, without losing momentum.

We envision a world where every startup has a continuity plan, every founder can unplug without guilt, and operational stability is the norm, not the exception. The Continuity Co. becomes the category-defining partner for “business continuity for everyone.”

We envision a world where every startup has a continuity plan, every founder can unplug without guilt, and operational stability is the norm, not the exception. The Continuity Co. becomes the category-defining partner for “business continuity for everyone.”

100%

100%

100%

decision authority maintained

decision authority maintained

5x

5x

5x

improvement in execution clarity

improvement in execution clarity

0

0

0

leadership gaps or delays

leadership gaps or delays

How we show up makes the difference

Stewardship

We treat your company like it’s our own.

Resourcefulness

We get scrappy and solve problems fast.

Practicality

We do what works and skip what doesnʼt. 

Heart

We show up with empathy and honesty.

How we show up makes the difference

Stewardship

We treat your company like it’s our own.

Resourcefulness

We get scrappy and solve problems fast.

Practicality

We do what works and skip what doesnʼt. 

Heart

We show up with empathy and honesty.

"As a solo founder, parental leave on our team wasn't something I could absorb alone. Our Continuity Partner stepped in as head of ops for three months and was the Jane of all trades that I needed. Beyond learning quickly and keeping up with our customers, I got founder-level eyes on everything: pressure-testing our systems, and giving practical feedback where it mattered most."

Dana Levin-Robinson

Founder, Upfront

"As a solo founder, parental leave on our team wasn't something I could absorb alone. Our Continuity Partner stepped in as head of ops for three months and was the Jane of all trades that I needed. Beyond learning quickly and keeping up with our customers, I got founder-level eyes on everything: pressure-testing our systems, and giving practical feedback where it mattered most."

Dana Levin-Robinson

Founder, Upfront

Leave with the coverage you need.

Leave with the coverage you need.

We step in as interim, embedded leadership so founders can take parental leave, health leave, or a needed reset—without losing momentum, investor confidence, or team stability.

We step in as interim, embedded leadership so founders can take parental leave, health leave, or a needed reset—without losing momentum, investor confidence, or team stability.

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How does this work?

How does this work?

Wondering how a founder can actually take a leave from their company? Let's talk about it.

Wondering how a founder can actually take a leave from their company? Let's talk about it.

What exactly does The Continuity Co. do?

We provide fractional leadership and operational continuity for startup founders taking parental leave. That means while you step away, we have an interim leader actually step in—executing and running your business as you would. We also offer handover document creation and self-guided tools for preparing for leave.

What exactly does The Continuity Co. do?

We provide fractional leadership and operational continuity for startup founders taking parental leave. That means while you step away, we have an interim leader actually step in—executing and running your business as you would. We also offer handover document creation and self-guided tools for preparing for leave.

Who do you typically work with?

Our services are built for founders, CEOs, and senior startup leaders—especially those with venture funding or $1M+ in ARR—who are preparing for maternity, paternity, or any extended leave. If your company depends heavily on your leadership and you want to step away without losing momentum, this is for you.

How will a leave coverage engagement work?

We document priorities, decision rights, and escalation paths so nothing is ambiguous once the founder steps away. During your leave, we operate within your team at the level you choose—from keeping the lights on to a full acting founder. When you return, we support your re-entry for two weeks so you can ramp up smoothly.

How do I know my company will be in good hands?

We’re former venture-backed founders, bootstrapped entrepreneurs and seasoned operators, not virtual assistants or generic consultants. Our team has led startups through fundraising, growth sprints, and team scaling—so we understand the pressure of keeping momentum while you step away. Every engagement is built around your company’s unique systems, stage, and culture, with a detailed handover, communication matrix, and real-time visibility throughout your leave. You can disconnect fully—knowing your investors, team, and business are in steady, founder-tested hands.

Do you only cover parental leave, or can you support other types of leave too?

We absolutely can support other types of leave! While we specialize in maternity and paternity leave, we also support founders and executives during medical leave, bereavement, sabbaticals, or recovery periods—anytime a key leader needs to step away without losing company momentum. Our model is built for continuity, no matter the reason for the pause.

Still have questions?

Still have questions?

Book a call

Your business is covered.

Take the leave you actually need.

Get in touch

Your business is covered.

Take the leave you actually need.

Get in touch

"As a solo founder, parental leave on our team wasn't something I could absorb alone. Our Continuity Partner stepped in as head of ops for three months and was the Jane of all trades that I needed. Beyond learning quickly and keeping up with our customers, I got founder-level eyes on everything: pressure-testing our systems, and giving practical feedback where it mattered most."

Dana Levin-Robinson

Founder, Upfront