NASA Langley
Strategic Innovation & Ecosystem Advisory
Science
Entrepreneurship
Overview
Skylance supported Old Dominion University and NASA Langley in designing an “Action Area” that gave founders, researchers, and stakeholders a shared engine for collaboration in emerging technologies.
The Challenge
Hampton Roads had strong ingredients (startups, researchers, customers), but no shared structure to coordinate activity, define a focus, or translate interest into a durable innovation hub. You can see below that the geography makes collaborative cohesion a major challenge.
The Solution
Skylance helped define the hub’s strategic focus, operating model, and scorecard. We aligned stakeholders around a coherent value proposition, clarified governance and incentives, and established KPIs that made progress measurable.
Outcome
Defined the hub’s focus area and strategic narrative
Built an operating model and stakeholder alignment plan
Established KPIs and a scorecard to manage performance over time
Created a clear blueprint for sustained collaboration
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©2026
FAQ
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What is a fractional strategy officer (CSO)?
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How is Skylance different from traditional consulting?
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What makes Skylance valuable in complex or regulated industries?
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How do you work without deep industry specialization?
05
What changes after working with Skylance?
06
What types of decisions does Skylance help with?
07
What kind of return should enterprises expect?
08
What industries do you serve?
09
How long are engagements?
10
Are you selective with which clients you bring on?
11
How would we know if we need you?
NASA Langley
Strategic Innovation & Ecosystem Advisory
Science
Entrepreneurship
Overview
Skylance supported Old Dominion University and NASA Langley in designing an “Action Area” that gave founders, researchers, and stakeholders a shared engine for collaboration in emerging technologies.
The Challenge
Hampton Roads had strong ingredients (startups, researchers, customers), but no shared structure to coordinate activity, define a focus, or translate interest into a durable innovation hub. You can see below that the geography makes collaborative cohesion a major challenge.
The Solution
Skylance helped define the hub’s strategic focus, operating model, and scorecard. We aligned stakeholders around a coherent value proposition, clarified governance and incentives, and established KPIs that made progress measurable.
Outcome
Defined the hub’s focus area and strategic narrative
Built an operating model and stakeholder alignment plan
Established KPIs and a scorecard to manage performance over time
Created a clear blueprint for sustained collaboration
More Clients
(SKYLANCE® — 02)
©2026
FAQ
01
What is a fractional strategy officer (CSO)?
02
How is Skylance different from traditional consulting?
03
What makes Skylance valuable in complex or regulated industries?
04
How do you work without deep industry specialization?
05
What changes after working with Skylance?
06
What types of decisions does Skylance help with?
07
What kind of return should enterprises expect?
08
What industries do you serve?
09
How long are engagements?
10
Are you selective with which clients you bring on?
11
How would we know if we need you?
NASA Langley
Strategic Innovation & Ecosystem Advisory
Science
Entrepreneurship
Overview
Skylance supported Old Dominion University and NASA Langley in designing an “Action Area” that gave founders, researchers, and stakeholders a shared engine for collaboration in emerging technologies.
The Challenge
Hampton Roads had strong ingredients (startups, researchers, customers), but no shared structure to coordinate activity, define a focus, or translate interest into a durable innovation hub. You can see below that the geography makes collaborative cohesion a major challenge.
The Solution
Skylance helped define the hub’s strategic focus, operating model, and scorecard. We aligned stakeholders around a coherent value proposition, clarified governance and incentives, and established KPIs that made progress measurable.
Outcome
Defined the hub’s focus area and strategic narrative
Built an operating model and stakeholder alignment plan
Established KPIs and a scorecard to manage performance over time
Created a clear blueprint for sustained collaboration
More Clients
©2026
FAQ
What is a fractional strategy officer (CSO)?
How is Skylance different from traditional consulting?
What makes Skylance valuable in complex or regulated industries?
How do you work without deep industry specialization?
What changes after working with Skylance?
What types of decisions does Skylance help with?
What kind of return should enterprises expect?
What industries do you serve?
How long are engagements?
Are you selective with which clients you bring on?
How would we know if we need you?