Questions people ask first
Cost, commitment and who this is for, answered before you have to ask.
- What does it cost?
- Discovery is free. The Diagnostic is a fixed fee, with an hourly option on request. Ongoing work is a daily rate, monthly retainer or hourly rate, quoted after the diagnostic phase is complete.
- Is there a lock-in?
- No. Month to month, 14 days’ termination notice both ways. Chair roles run 6–12 months with reviews.
- Who is it not for?
- Pre-revenue start-ups still testing an idea. If you’re trading and ready to invest in growth, we should talk.
- Who do you work with?
- For founder-led and established Australian businesses ready for their next stage of growth, from early traction to $200m. Technology & SaaS · Telecommunications & mobility · Health, NDIS & aged care · Security, defence & public safety · Government & critical infrastructure · Professional services & not-for-profit.
- Advisory board or governance board?
- An advisory board gives independent advice; it has no legal duties or vote. A governance board of directors carries legal duties and makes the decisions. Most clients start with an advisory board.
- How are you different from a consultant?
- We have run the P&L as CEO. We build alongside your team 2–3 days a week and stay on to govern, rather than hand over a report. If needed, Ferzad can step into the seat as interim CEO, chair or board member.
So where should you start?
Five questions, two minutes, and you will know which pillar sets your ceiling.