Where private business leaders grow together
– strategically, confidentially,
and with accountability.
Sydney • Melbourne • Brisbane • Gold Coast • Sunshine Coast
For Private Business Owners • Monthly Advisory Board Meetings
The Power of Peer-to-Peer Mentoring
– Backed by Legal and Financial Expertise
You don’t need to face complex business decisions alone.
Coraggio brings together a curated group of high-performing private business owners and leaders – all turning over more than $3 million annually – into a confidential, professionally facilitated boardroom.
Each Advisory Board includes a Chair, a lawyer, and an accountant who collectively help you navigate challenges from legal and financial strategy to execution and growth.
This model works because:
- You learn from those who’ve been there – Real-world advice from fellow leaders who’ve solved the same problems you're facing
- It’s more cost-effective than building your own board – Get access to seasoned professionals without the time, cost, or complexity
- It removes the isolation of leadership – Gain diverse insights in a structured, confidential setting
- You leave with clear next steps – Every Advisory Board day is focused on action and accountability
Founded by entrepreneurs.
Built for business leaders.
Unlike coaching, forums, or masterminds, Coraggio delivers structured, strategic
Advisory Boards that are results-driven and led by seasoned experts.
Chaired by industry leaders who’ve built and scaled major enterprises, including:
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John Williams
Former CEO of Sunshine Coast Broadcasters, John brings 30+ years of leadership, community impact, and $95M in regional economic growth
Bill Crichton
Global CEO and Transformation Leader who turned around Sanyo and built LIXIL Asia into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise
Ashley Howden
Experienced CEO and Board Director driving growth, transformation, and innovation across SaaS, IT, and technology industries.
Full-day Advisory Board Meetings every month
– guided by your Chair, a lawyer, and an accountant
Strict confidentiality
– allowing open, honest discussions without judgement
Designed for results
– Members come to solve real challenges and drive execution
Who joins Coraggio?
Coraggio is not for everyone — and that’s by design.
We don’t accept every business that applies. Coraggio is a curated community of successful private business owners running established, high-performing companies.
To join, businesses should have a minimum annual turnover of $3 million, with our Advisory Boards spanning a diverse range — from emerging scale-ups to powerhouse enterprises turning over up to $900 million.
Our Members are ambitious, driven, and ready to be challenged. They’re not looking for shortcuts — they’re looking for honest conversations, outside perspective, and accountability to help them keep growing.
Coraggio is for business owners who are:
- Facing major business challenges – such as partnership breakdowns, supplier issues, staff turnover, or succession planning — and need a brainstrust of experienced peers who’ve navigated it before
- Seeking strategic clarity – across finance, operations, legal structure, and long-term planning
- Feeling burnt out, isolated, or overwhelmed – and want genuine support from people who truly understand the pressure of leading a private business
- Ready for something different – a structured, proven environment that replaces stagnation with momentum, and drives tangible progress each month
- Running successful businesses – but know that achieving the next level of growth requires fresh perspective, sharper strategy, and a trusted community to push boundaries
Experience a
Coraggio Advisory Board Firsthand
Register Now to Attend Our Exploration Session – Wednesday, 1 October
The best way to understand the power of Coraggio is to see it in action.
We invite you to express your interest in attending an upcoming Advisory Board meeting — where you’ll witness how peer-to-peer mentoring, guided by an expert Chair, lawyer, and accountant, helps business owners make smarter decisions, faster.
Once you submit your details, a Coraggio team member will be in touch to ensure there’s a fit and guide you through the next steps
About Coraggio
Coraggio means courage.
And courage is what it takes to lead a business, make bold decisions, and keep pushing forward — especially when the path isn’t always clear.
Since our founding, Coraggio has supported over 1,000 Australian private businesses by bringing together like-minded owners into structured Advisory Boards that deliver clarity, accountability, and measurable outcomes. Our Members generate real results — not just ideas — through the power of peer insight, expert facilitation, and real-world execution.
Each monthly board meeting is a full-day, in-person experience designed to help you take action. You'll work alongside fellow business owners who understand the pressures of leadership — supported by a dedicated Chair, an in-room lawyer, and an accountant who bring professional guidance to every conversation.
This isn’t networking. It’s not a seminar. It’s where high-performing business owners come to make better decisions, challenge assumptions, and grow with courage — together.
FAQs
Q: How is Coraggio different from coaching or consulting?
A: Coraggio offers collective mentorship through a peer board model. It’s not just advice – it’s real-time support and accountability from people who’ve walked your path.
Q: Who facilitates the meetings?
A: Each Advisory Board is chaired by a seasoned business leader and supported by a lawyer and an accountant who work with you throughout the day.
Q: What’s the commitment?
A: Monthly in-person meetings and the willingness to engage with candour and commitment to others' growth.