You read that correctly. SaaS CRO tenure averages 18-22 months.

Whether it's scaling pressure, misaligned go-to-market strategy, or shifting board expectations, CRO turnover is real.

But here's the thing: great CROs have options. Strong performers get recruited aggressively, and when they decide to move, they don't stay available long.

So the big questions become:

What does it take to keep a top-performing CRO?
What's the real cost of replacement when they leave?

We’ve just released the 2025 SaaS CRO Compensation Benchmark Report. Real data on base salary, bonuses, and equity across different company stages and revenue bands.

Whether you're a CEO thinking about retention, a CRO benchmarking your comp, an HR leader building packages, a venture firm advising portfolio companies, a VP planning your next move, or you're just plain curious, this data might be useful.

Comment below and I'll send it over, or feel free to DM me if you'd prefer to keep it quiet.

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