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Digital Reference: Best Fractional COOs in New York City, 2026

Guy Barretta Spotlighted as a Leading Fractional COO Consultant in New York City

January 22, 2026

Guy Barretta, founder of The COO Guy, has been featured in Digital Reference among the top Fractional COO consultants in New York City. This recognition reflects Guy’s hands-on approach to operational leadership, helping businesses scale with purpose while maintaining clarity and focus.

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Business by the Bay

The fractional COO advantage

October 12, 2025

Guy Barretta visits with Ajay Saini on the "Business By The Bay" podcast.

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Pierre Calzadilla

Interview with Pierre Calzadilla of Upfront

September 10, 2025

I had a chance to speak with Pierre Calzadilla and learn a bit more about his new business venture Upfront, and how they are simplifying back office solutions for Real Estate Brokerages. As a Fractional Chief Operating Officer to a number of brokerages across the country, I found this deep dive into Upfront very rewarding. What Pierre is doing is so important to insuring that operations run smoothly within your brokerage.

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What the Frac? Podcast

What the Frac? Podcast

August 28, 2025

Nicole and Tamara sit down with Guy Barretta, President of Baretta Consulting, known as The COO Guy. With 25+ years of executive leadership experience across Fortune 500 companies, startups, and franchises, Guy shares how fractional COOs transform small businesses, especially in service industries and real estate.

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The Thriving Through Podcast

A.J.Reidel, Thriving Through

August 19, 2025

Audio of an interview that A.J.Reidel from Thriving Through had with me to discuss breaking through the mistakes that may have cost us.

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The Pear Genius Podcast

Pear Genius Podcast: Purpose Over Profit with The COO Guy

July 24, 2025

We discuss what it really means to grow a business with purpose — and how giving back can be one of the most powerful tools for long-term success. From helping franchise owners scale smarter to using your talents to uplift your community, Guy shares his journey, insights, and the values that drive his work.

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Investor Fuel

July 1, 2025

Real Estate Insights from a 25 year pro as Guy Barretta breaks down the challenges of the real estate industry with the Investor Fuel team.

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Roman Johnson

REal Journeys with Roman Johnson

April 10, 2025

A sit down with Guy Barretta, a seasoned fractional COO and business growth strategist behind some of the biggest operational moves at EXIT Realty New England and other top-tier real estate brands.

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AI Interconnect

Leading with Operational Clarity: Guy Barretta on Redefining Real Estate Brokerage Models

April 5, 2025

This episode of AI Interconnect features a conversation between Laurent Cochet and Guy Barretta, a fractional COO for Exit Realty. Guy discusses his career journey leading to this role, his perspective on the real estate industry, and the unique model of Exit Realty, which focuses on agent development and long-term financial security. The discussion explores the impact of technology, particularly PropTech and the potential of AI, on real estate brokerages. Barretta also shares his leadership philosophy, how he addresses operational challenges, and his outlook on the future of the property sector.

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Jasper Blake

Solo Biz Hacker Podcast

December 4, 2024

In the Spotlight today is Guy Barretta, who is an Fractional COO for businesses who need rapid growth, franchising knowledge or Mergers & Acquisition help.

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Daily Design podcast

Zack Petrocca: The Daily Design Podcast

November 1, 2021

On this episode, Zack interviews the COO of @cbvillagegreen, Guy Barretta. Guy has some really amazing insight to share on his career, lessons learned, and shares some tips for the agents out there.

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Candida Ellis and Guy Barretta

WRIP: Interview With Joe Loverro

August 5, 2021

Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty's Principal Broker/Owner, Candida Ellis and C.O.O. Guy Barretta discuss Upstate Real Estate & the opening of our Red Hook Real Estate Office on WRIP 97.9 FM.

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Candida Ellis and Guy Barretta

WRIP: What's REALLY Happening Inside The Hudson Valley Real Estate Market?

January 19, 2021

Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty's Principal Broker/Owner, Candida Ellis and C.O.O. Guy Barretta discuss Upstate Real Estate on WRIP 97.9 FM.

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Gaper IO

Gaper.io What It Means To Be a COO

November 5, 2020

Results oriented individual, Guy shares his insights on remote employment on Gaper.io.

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