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SA Women In Business Advisory Program

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Business with the SA Women in Business Advisory Program

Applications for the fourth intake of the SA Women in Business Advisory Program—a 50% funded scholarship program by the Government of South Australia, Office of Small and Family Business, in partnership with behind closed doors, are now open for 2026. Please click the button above to lodge your application.

This exclusive opportunity provides female business owners in South Australia with a 50% scholarship for their first year of membership in behind closed doors’ ongoing Membership Program. Additionally, successful First Nations business owners can access a fully funded 12-month membership. Through expert-led coaching, tailored mentorship, and supportive peer networks, you’ll gain the skills, tools, and confidence to enhance your leadership and entrepreneurial abilities, scale your business, and explore new market opportunities.

Who Should Apply?

  • Female business owners (with at least 50% ownership) in South Australia, reaching a minimum turnover of $250,000 (not applicable for First Nations entrepreneurs) with a desire to scale their business.

  • Female First Nations business owners in SA, earning revenue and eager to grow their business.

Our Program is designed for women committed to driving business growth, building strong networks, and creating sustainable business models—whether through setting up an Advisory Board, expanding into new markets, or refining their strategies. View the full range of Program Options accessible to Scholarship recipients here.

Since 2008, our Members have achieved impressive results, from revenue growth and team expansion to award-winning success. Supported by accomplished Facilitators and a network of peers who have successfully scaled their own businesses, you’ll gain invaluable insights, encouragement, and tools to drive lasting success.

Applications are now open for our 2026 Program. Don’t miss this chance to transform your business—submit your application today, and join a thriving community of visionary women.

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Program Options

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  • Investment: $6,000+GST per person, per year.
    50% funded by the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business.

    N.B. Scholarship recipient’s co-contribution is $3,000+GST per year, OR $250+GST per month over a 12-month period.

  • 10 x one-to-one Coaching/Mentoring and/or Business Advisory sessions per year.

  • 10 × 60-minute sessions per year.

  • Individual (one-to-one) Business Advisory/Coaching/Mentoring, held face-to-face or online.

  • Invitations to in-person Connexions networking events, and online National Connexions events/workshops.

  • Up to 20 x national Webinars per year with subject matter experts.

  • Invitations to other Group presentations (Executive, Entrepreneurs and Emerging Leaders (Guest Speaker sessions).

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  • Investment: $6,000+GST per person, per year.
    50% funded by the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business.

    N.B. Scholarship recipient’s co-contribution is $3,000+GST per year, OR $250+GST per month over a 12-month period.

  • 10 x Peer Coaching and Mentoring group sessions per year. (Capped at 10 Members).

  • 10 × 3-hour sessions per year.

  • Held face-to-face over morning/afternoon tea at a city fringe venue. Potential for this Program to be offered online.

  • Invitations to in-person Connexions networking events, and online National Connexions events/workshops.

  • Guest Speaker/Fireside Chats/Subject Matter Experts (Scheduled for first hour of three-hour Group sessions).

  • Up to 20 x national Webinars per year with subject matter experts.

  • Invitations to other Group presentations (Executive, Entrepreneurs and Emerging Leaders (Guest Speaker sessions).

'SA Women in Business Advisory Program Flex Entrepreneurs' text on a peach background with behind closed doors' red and orange wave motif.

  • Investment: $6,000+GST per person, per year.
    50% funded by the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business.

    N.B. Scholarship recipient’s co-contribution is $3,000+GST per year, OR $250+GST per month over a 12-month period.

  • 4 x one-to-one Coaching/Mentoring and/or Business Advisory sessions per year.

  • 6 x Peer Coaching and Mentoring group sessions per year. (Capped at 10 Members).

    • 6 × 3-hour Peer Mentoring sessions per year.

    • 4 × 60-minute Individual Coaching/Mentoring and/or Business Advisory sessions per year.

  • Held face-to-face over morning/afternoon tea at a city fringe venue. Potential for this Program to be offered online.

  • Invitations to in-person Connexions networking events, and online National Connexions events/workshops.

  • Guest Speaker/Fireside Chats/Subject Matter Experts (Scheduled for first hour of three-hour Group sessions).

  • Up to 20 x national Webinars per year with subject matter experts.

  • Invitations to other Group presentations (Executive, Entrepreneurs and Emerging Leaders (Guest Speaker sessions).

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  • Investment: $3,900+GST per person, per year.
    50% funded by the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business.

    N.B. Scholarship recipient’s co-contribution is $1,950+GST per year, OR $162.50+GST per month over a 12-month period.

  • 6 x Peer Coaching and Mentoring group sessions per year. (Capped at 10 Members).

  • 6 × 3-hour sessions per year.

  • Held face-to-face over morning/afternoon tea at a city fringe venue. Potential for this Program to be offered online.

  • Invitations to in-person Connexions networking events, and online National Connexions events/workshops.

  • Guest Speaker/Fireside Chats/Subject Matter Experts (Scheduled for first hour of three-hour Group sessions).

  • Up to 20 x national Webinars per year with subject matter experts.

  • Invitations to other Group presentations (Executive, Entrepreneurs and Emerging Leaders (Guest Speaker sessions).

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  • Investment: $3,900+GST per person, per year.
    FULLY FUNDED by the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business.

  • 6 x Peer Coaching and Mentoring group sessions per year. (Capped at 10 Members).

  • 6 × 3-hour Peer Mentoring sessions per year.

  • Held face-to-face over morning/afternoon tea at a city fringe venue. Potential for this Program to be offered online.

  • Invitations to in-person Connexions networking events, and online National Connexions events/workshops.

  • Guest Speaker/Fireside Chats/Subject Matter Experts (Scheduled for first hour of three-hour Group sessions).

  • Up to 20 x national Webinars per year with subject matter experts.

  • Invitations to other Group presentations (Executive, Entrepreneurs and Emerging Leaders (Guest Speaker sessions).

Apply Now for 2026