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                    Successful people never reach their goals alone
Our experienced business mentors can provide business advice and help you achieve your business goals with a wide diversity of background, skills and industry experience. GROUNDED IN EXPERIENCE, FOCUSED ON RESULTS.
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                    "If you cannot see where you are going, ask someone who has been there before."
Choose a Mentor that has the skills or industry background that can help you with your business. GROUNDED IN EXPERIENCE, FOCUSED ON RESULTS.
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                    Running a Retail Business? You Don’t Have To Do It Alone.
Whether you’re running a florist, a boutique, or a bakery, tailored, affordable one-on-one business mentoring is available to help you grow. GROUNDED IN EXPERIENCE, FOCUSED ON RESULTS.
 
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Find the Right Mentor to Support Your Next Step
Our mentors understand the challenges of small business because we’ve walked the path before.
Whether you’re facing a challenge or planning ahead, SBMS mentors are here to help.
Our Mentors
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  Barry Curtain
Available NowIn Person
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Management, Governance, Planning
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  John Groarke
Available NowOnline
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Marketing, Management, Online, Sales, Planning, Exit/Succession, Operations, Project Management
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  Leo Billington
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Finance, Marketing, Management, HR, Sales
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  Amie Mac
Available NowOnline
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Marketing, Management, Governance, HR, Sales, Planning
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  Peter Topping
Available NowOnline
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Marketing, Management, Governance, Online, Sales, Web & Online Marketing, Exit/Succession
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  Paul Smart OAM
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Marketing, Management, HR, Sales
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  John Wooldrage
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Marketing, Management, Sales, Planning, Relationships
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Peter Clayton
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Marketing, Management, Sales
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  Bill Ferme
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Marketing, Management, Online, Planning
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  Wayne Jenkin
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Finance, Management, Governance, Sales
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  Tina Fernandez
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Marketing, Management, HR, Sales, Planning
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  James Kirby
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Finance, Marketing, Exit/Succession
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  David Hobson
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Finance, Marketing, Management, HR, Sales, Planning
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  Garry Warren
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Finance, Marketing, Management, Sales
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  Barry Barber
Available NowOnline
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Planning, Grants, Exit/Succession, Operations
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  Neville Wiles
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Finance, Management, Sales, Planning
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  Katya Ellis
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Finance, Marketing, Management, HR, Online, Sales, Planning, Web & Online Marketing
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  Sara Pantaleo
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Finance, Marketing, Management, Governance, HR, Sales, Planning, Relationships, Import/Export, Ex...
 
Choose the mentoring package that suits your needs.
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One session. Practical help.
$175.00 *including GST
Perfect for quick advice or solving a specific issue.
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60-90 minute 1:1 mentoring session
 
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Choose your own SBMS mentor
 
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Virtual, or in-person where available
 
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Written session summary provided
 
Ideal if you need:
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A sounding board for your business idea or plan
 
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Quick clarity on a specific challenge
 
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A first step to see how mentoring fits your needs
 
Most Popular
Three sessions. Real progress.
$495.00 *including GST
Work through a business challenge or opportunity with tailored support.
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Three 60-90 minute sessions
 
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Written summaries to track your progress
 
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Package saving of $30 on single session pricing
 
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You want support to address a business priority area
 
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You’re refining strategy or exploring growth
 
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You’re looking for structure and accountability
 
Best Value
Five sessions. Strategic impact.
$795.00 *including GST
Build a lasting relationship with your mentor for long-term impact.
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Five 60-90 minute sessions
 
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Deeper support across multiple business areas
 
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Tailored plan and staged actions
 
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Save $80 compared to individual sessions
 
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Business owners seeking ongoing guidance
 
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Strategic planning, growth, or succession
 
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Staying accountable and keeping momentum over time
 
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										Our 'Growing a Business' program empowers businesses with the insights and strategies required to expand their reach.
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										The 'Building Long-term Value' program guides businesses in creating long-lasting, sustainable value.
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