Partner – Executive Operations; Interim & Fractional COO, CTO, CEO
Peter Clifton is a seasoned strategic and operational executive with extensive experience in healthcare, technology, fintech, information services, and media. As a collaborative COO, CTO or CEO, he has a proven track record of driving growth and creating shareholder value for established companies and startups. Peter has successfully partnered with management teams, boards, venture capitalists, private equity firms, and private owners to lead transformative initiatives.
With over 30 years of experience, Peter has founded three technology startups, executed multiple company turnarounds exceeding $100 million, and numerous growth-stage ventures. His expertise spans operations, finance, technology, legal, sales, licensing, strategic planning, and team building, enabling him to deliver sustainable business growth.
As a TechCXO Partner in the firm’s Executive Operations practice, Peter is frequently engaged by boards, investors, and senior management teams to lead revitalization and turnaround projects as an interim and/or fractional COO, CTO or CEO.
Recent Leadership Roles
Peter most recently provided COO/CTO leadership at:
- Interlace Health – The leading healthcare forms automation and workflow optimization company
- Lile Wellness – The leading functional medicine practice and private compounding pharmacy operation led by Dr. Laura Lile M.D., R.ph.
- Fuoco – The healthcare digital marketing, PR, and communications firm based in Nashville, TN.
- Hawkins Psychiatry – a leading multi-location Psychiatry and Wellness practice specializing in TMS and Spravato treatments as well as general psychiatric services.
In the healthcare sector, Peter has also worked extensively with executive leaders from some of the nation’s largest hospital groups and post-acute care organizations. He has played a pivotal role in developing innovative technologies aimed at cost reduction, quality improvement, process enhancement (QAPI), regulatory compliance, and care delivery optimization. He has led the design, build-out, and implementation of value-based care solutions, SaaS platforms, data-driven services, and system integrations.
Additionally, Peter is active in the Fintech space, providing technical due diligence assessments for FinTop Capital in Nashville, TN.
Expertise & Leadership in Technology & Operations
Peter is skilled at guiding technology-centric organizations through various business phases, including turnaround and revitalization, restructuring, and startup. His core competencies include:
- Technology Strategy – Product and platform design, implementation, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
- Operational Leadership – Business transformation, process optimization, and turnaround execution.
- Financial & Strategic Planning – Financial modeling, fundraising, M&A support, and post-acquisition integration.
- Enterprise Solutions – SaaS, blockchain, AI, machine learning, analytics, system integration, and data solutions.
- E-commerce & Market Expansion – Online platforms, licensing, large account management, and international business development.
- Supply Chain & Logistics – Wholesale, distribution, and supply chain optimization.
Notable Executive Roles
CEO, ReadyPoint Health Inc. – Led a successful turnaround and buyout from Martin Ventures.
Repositioned the company as a healthcare technology provider, specializing in SaaS, data integration, mobile development, cloud solutions, AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity.
President & CEO, Ingram Content Group (Multiple Divisions) – Managed five operating divisions with $600M+ in revenue and drove multiple turnarounds that significantly increased revenue and net profit.
CEO, BookFool / Textbookarmy.com – Led a financial and operational restructuring, including the redesign of the company’s proprietary e-commerce pricing and order fulfillment system. Raised two rounds of financing prior to a successful sale.
CEO & Founder, FiledBy.com – Built the first-ever SaaS-based creator-centric author registry connecting authors with book buyers through e-commerce and SEO-optimized online marketing.. Raised two rounds of venture funding.
CEO & Founder, PubEasy.com – Led the capitalization, technology development, and deployment of this global B2B e-commerce company, which was later successfully acquired. The platform is now owned by Germany’s MVB.
Earlier Career & Media Industry Experience
Peter has also held leadership roles in media, publishing, and gaming:
- Vice President, Business Development & Licensing, SEGA of America / SEGASOFT
- Vice President, New Media Development, NewsCorp / HarperCollins
- Director, New Media Development, John Wiley & Sons
In these roles, he oversaw the acquisition, development, and sale of interactive and animated game/media products based on branded intellectual property.
Areas of Expertise
Healthcare, Technology, FinTech, Operations, Finance, Governance, Strategy, Growth, Turnaround, Restructuring, Capital Raise, M&A, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Contract Negotiation, Sales Leadership, International Expansion, Compliance, Cybersecurity, SaaS, Blockchain, AI, Cloud Solutions, Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Logistics, Wholesale, Distribution, Media, Publishing, Game Development, and Customer Experience.
Education & Personal Interests
Peter holds a BA in Fine Arts (Painting & Sculpture) from the University of Massachusetts. In his minimal spare time, he is an abstract expressionist painter.
