Design Business Council

We have engaged the ongoing services of the Design Business Council over the years and they’ve been instrumental in the success of our studio. Greg and Carol's expertise and industry knowledge is second to none, it would not be an understatement to say that without their input and strategy advice our studio would not have achieved the longevity that it has. It is rare to have access to such a resource within our industry, couldn't recommend more highly.

I worked with Carol and Greg for 2 months as part of their advisory package offering. Their combined industry expertise and experience was so valuable and perfectly aligned with the support and advice I was seeking to solving to real business problems in the brand and design space. Their attention to detail and ability to identify risks and opportunities provided a level of value which far outweighed the cost of the initial investment to collaborate with them. I would highly recommend them both as mentors, coaches and leaders. They are providing a service like none other, one which is truly impactful. Most importantly, they are using their time and energy to knowledge share and give back to those that walk the path they have once walked themselves.

I've been working with Carol and Greg since 2021 and cannot * believe * I've not written a formal Google review yet! This may be because I verbalise my gratitude (profusely!) for their knowledge and insight into the design industry every time we work together.

Through our mentorships, round tables, and volunteer activities, I've found their advice is 100% practical, tangible and my return on time and investment has been thousand-fold. They even take the time to tailor their advice to my needs and client base, proving their tireless dedication for the best practice of design business in Australia.

I highly recommend any graphic designer running their own business (agency or freelance), to get in touch with Design Business Council.

After some time absorbing all the valuable resources and insights The Design Business Council shares with the design community, I recently completed a one-on-one mentoring session with Greg. It was like learning in fast-forward. Greg is a super experienced, walking encyclopaedia of the Australian design industry - so not only was his advice extremely knowledgeable, helpful and practical, it was very much relevant to my industry and where I want to go with my career as a designer and creative director. Cannot recommend DBC's help highly enough.

The Design Business Council continue to play an active role in my business success. As experts in the management of Australian design studios, DBC have provided me with much needed feedback and guidance throughout my career as a Design business owner.

I cannot overstate the importance of employing their industry experience in high level business decision making. Carol and Greg have saved me both money and heartache throughout the process of my business's growth and I continue to utilise their wisdom on a day to day level.

No one knows our industry better than DBC. I'd thoroughly recommend engaging DBC's services for any Design business strategic thinking or training initiatives. You won't regret it.

I highly recommend the Design Business Council. They have mentored me over the years and have given invaluable insight into the Australian design industry and in particular salaries, remuneration.

Both Carol and Gregs' expertise as a design business coach and mentor can help with pathways, whether it's within your own business or with career paths in industry, both in the private sector and in government positions.

Their combined experience is invaluable to tap into. I highly recommend any of the Design Business Council workshops and their one on one facilitated sessions. They are highly organised, super responsive and are experts at thought leadership and generally great people to align yourself with. They bring out the best in people.