Stuart is an experienced director, moving through executive positions culminating in his role as Managing Director of an ASX-listed disruptive digital technology which he co-founded. Stuart has since taken on non-executive roles both as a director and an independent advisor, primarily in high growth technologies in the new economy.

As a board member of the Climate Change Authority, Stuart is deeply involved in climate policy and energy policy, including meeting Australia’s 2030 Paris commitments and the proposed National Energy Guarantee. This exposes him to a broad range of sustainable technologies, from smart infrastructure to AG-tech. In this Advisor Insights Series, Stuart shares his insights into the Advisory Board sector for disruptive and high growth companies.

Patrick Lilwall is a change agent, helping large organisations in the commercial and not for profit sector navigate the changes required to stay relevant, competitive and valuable to their customers.

Patrick's portfolio includes strategic consulting, advisory and governance. In this Advisor Insights interview with Louise Broekman, Founder and CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Patrick shares his experience supporting the Executive Team and Governance Board of a large organisation with a corporatised Advisory Board.

The Advisory Board Centre is the professional body for the Advisory sector. Collectively, we raise the standard of the global advisory sector- driving value for professionals and the organisations they serve.

Melanie Grevis-James, is an experienced marketing strategist and business owner. As Managing Director of Our Planet Marketing, Melanie supports businesses to align the company's focus on providing sustainable marketing plans and advice for small businesses and the tourism industry.

In this Advisor Insights series with Louise Broekman, CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Melanie shares her experience and motivations in appointing a Certified Chair to support her in the growth and strategic direction of her business.

The Advisory Board Centre is the professional body for the advisory sector. Collectively, we raise the standard of the global advisory sector- driving value for professionals and the organisations they serve.

Mark Wray is a highly respected Chair & Director, with 30 years of CEO and CFO Experience for public and private companies across Australia, Asia and North America.

As a Certified Chair, Mark has developed a carefully curated portfolio of companies that he supports to define and execute on their strategic vision. In this Advisor Insights conversation with Louise Broekman, CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Mark shares his story and top tips for businesses and advisors wanting to get the most out of their Advisory structure.

Phil Aris is an experienced CEO and Managing Director (ASX) specialising in the Professional Services and Emerging Technology sectors working with businesses that have a passion and commitment to quality, sustainable growth and innovation.

As a Certified Chair, Phil has built a carefully curated portfolio of advisory board engagements based on supporting founders to achieve their business goals. In this Advisor Insights conversation with Louise Broekman, CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Phil shares his views on the importance of building rapport and trust in relationships with business owners and tips for advisors to add value to businesses.

The Advisory Board Centre is the professional body for the advisory sector. Collectively, we raise the standard of the global advisory sector- driving value for professionals and the organisations they serve.

Jo Willoughby is on a mission to help organisations stay relevant and competitive by realising their future state in the age of disruption. Drawing on her experience across sectors including industry, public and private, Jo works shoulder-to-shoulder with CEO's to help them navigate opportunity and unpack complex problems to realise growth in their businesses.

In addition to being a Strategic Advisor and Non-Executive Director, Jo is also a Certified Advisory Board Chair.

In this Advisor Insights conversation with Louise Broekman, CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Jo shares her perspective on why supporting Owners and CEOs is a privilege, the transformative power of vulnerability for leaders and how Advisors can create a positive impact with the organisations they serve.

Helen Pryse Lloyd is Founder & CEO of Living Made Easy, a customer-focused, independent provider of exceptional at home care services to their patrons in the comfort of their own homes. With four locations servicing hundreds of patrons across Queensland and New South Wales, Helen's business provides high quality, caring services designed to support people to feel happy and safe in their homes.

Growing the business in a complex and highly regulated operating environment, Helen wanted the right kind of Advisory support to focus on their people, culture, processes and smart growth. Helen has established an Advisory Board with an independent Chair to tap into the experience, insights and knowledge for this next phase of the business.

In this Advisor Insights conversation with Louise Broekman, CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Helen shares her story including her tips on how Advisory Boards can support business owners.

As the Co-Founder and CEO of ITCOM, Damien led the organisation through phenomenal growth (97% growth in 7 years) making it a 3-time BRW Fast 100 private company member. In 2007 and 2008 consecutively, ITCOM was the 2nd fastest-growing private company in Australia, making the list again in 2013.

Very early on, Damien and his Co-Founder recognised they needed support to navigate the rapid growth and support them as executives. Implementing an advisory board was a critical decision and one that Damien credits for supporting the ongoing success of the business and his own development as an executive.

In this Advisor Insights conversation with Louise Broekman, CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Damien shares his story including his tips on how advisory boards can support business owners.

Ken Goldberg's professional career includes sales, marketing and leadership roles. He's worked for family businesses, private equity held businesses, early-stage, high growth and also in the corporate environment - primarily in the tech sector.

Ken channels this experience into Modus Management, a specialised advisory and management consultancy for aspiring business owners and leaders seeking to enhance growth and maximise their vision. Within his portfolio of work, Ken provides consulting, a 1:1 'board of advice' and formalised advisory board support as a Certified Chair.

In this Advisor Insights conversation with Louise Broekman, Founder and CEO of the Advisory Board Centre, Ken provides a window into how he supports business owners as an advisory board Chair. He also provides his top tips for business owners and Advisors to gain the most value out of their advisory board structure.

Chris Eldridge is Director and Co-Founder of 4impact, a mid-sized technology company servicing some of Australia's biggest brands. Chris shares his business journey which includes growth, ambition, transition and ultimately succession. For the last several years, he has had the support of an Advisory Board to provide strategic advice and guidance as Chris and his team navigate "what's next" for the business.

Chris also lends his experience and advice to support other entrepreneurs as an Advisor on their Advisory Boards. Chris gives insights as a business owner in conversation with Louise Broekman, Founder and CEO of the Advisory Board Centre.