Edge in
Business
Connecting leaders of business through purposeful conversations
A year of honest, confidential conversation for Canberra founders, owners and executive leaders who want peers who understand the weight of the role.
Leadership can be lonely at the top. It doesn't have to be.
Edge in Business brings invited Canberra business founders, owners and executive leaders together in a trusted and confidential environment.
Stay at the cutting edge of great business.
Connect and share experience and insight on ownership, leadership, performance and growth.
Lead successful, sustainable businesses in a turbulent environment.
Share market intelligence and insight with trusted peers.
Collaborate on business opportunities where appropriate.
Six conversations across the year
Each theme is explored over a shared meal, visit or walk, with phone catch ups in between to keep the thinking going.
The person behind the role
"What is it really like to be leading your organisation at the moment?"
Making sense of the business environment
"What are you seeing that others may not yet be seeing?"
Pressure, uncertainty and difficult decisions
"What is occupying your thinking that you don't have many places to discuss?"
Leading what comes next
"What might you need to let go of, protect or create in your business?"
The difference we can make
"What could we do, individually or together, that would make a positive difference in the ACT for our business and the community?"
Nurturing the people who come with or after us
"Who are you growing now that can flourish in your company without you?"
Business owners guiding business owners
Dr Nigel Nutt
A management consultant with 35 years in consulting and advisory work across start-ups, global firms, research institutions and not-for-profits. Nigel was a founding partner of a major government consulting firm and managing director of a global technology consultancy.
He sits on several advisory boards, is vice-chair of Capital Region Community Services, and is an IECL accredited Executive Coach.
Andrew Simon
A business owner and master facilitator, Andrew has spent 24 years leading Yellow Edge, one of Canberra's longest serving leadership development organisations, through the ups and downs of business.
He brings public, private and not-for-profit connections, and a creative, collaborative approach drawn from many countries and disciplines.
Places are limited and by invitation
Tell us a little about you and your business using the form below. Andrew or Nigel will be in touch to talk it through.
Covers up to 3 people from the same company or firm, for the full program.
Who is the program for?
Canberra business founders, owners and executive leaders. Places are by invitation, so registering interest is the first step.
Are the conversations confidential?
Yes. We want participants to feel comfortable having open and honest conversations, so discussions within the program are treated as confidential. We also ask everyone to respect the privacy of others and not share personal stories or comments outside the group.
What is the time commitment?
The program runs over 10 months, with activities typically lasting around 1.5–2 hours each. The program is designed to fit alongside your existing work commitments, while giving you the time and space to engage meaningfully in each session.
Where are the sessions held?
Sessions are held at a range of local venues across Canberra. We choose comfortable, accessible spaces that support conversation, connection and learning, with venue details shared with participants ahead of each session.
What if I miss a session?
We understand that things come up. If you need to miss a session, just let us know. We’ll help you stay connected to the program and make sure you have access to any key information or resources you may have missed.
