Building Stronger Businesses Through Practical Mentorship
We've spent over seven years helping Australian business owners navigate financial challenges and develop sustainable growth strategies. Our approach focuses on real-world solutions that work for your specific situation.
Our Story Started With Questions
Back in 2018, we noticed something troubling. Many talented business owners were struggling not because they lacked skills, but because they didn't have access to practical financial guidance when they needed it most.
We started calovent after witnessing too many good businesses fail simply because their owners couldn't get straight answers about cash flow management, strategic planning, and growth financing. The existing consulting landscape was either too expensive or too theoretical for most small to medium enterprises.
What began as informal mentoring sessions has grown into a structured approach that helps business owners make informed decisions. We don't promise overnight transformations, but we do provide the tools and insights that lead to sustainable improvements.
How We Actually Work With You
Every business faces unique challenges. That's why we developed a flexible framework that adapts to your specific needs and circumstances.
Assessment & Understanding
We start by thoroughly understanding your current financial position, business model, and specific challenges. This isn't about judgment – it's about getting a clear picture of where you are and where you want to go.
Our initial sessions focus on identifying the real issues behind surface problems. Sometimes what looks like a sales issue is actually a cash flow management problem.
Practical Strategy Development
We work with you to develop actionable strategies that fit your resources and timeline. No generic advice here – every recommendation is tailored to your specific industry and situation.
You'll leave each session with clear next steps and practical tools you can implement immediately. We believe in progress through consistent, manageable actions.
Ongoing Support & Adjustment
Business environments change quickly. We provide regular check-ins to help you adjust strategies as new challenges and opportunities arise.
Think of us as your financial planning partners. We're here when you need to make important decisions or when unexpected situations require quick strategic thinking.
Meet Your Mentorship Team
Our team combines years of practical business experience with genuine passion for helping others succeed. We've been where you are, and we understand the challenges you're facing.
Sienna Blackwood
Sienna brings fifteen years of hands-on experience helping businesses navigate growth challenges. She specializes in cash flow optimization and strategic planning for retail and service businesses. Before joining calovent, she managed operations for three successful startups and understands the real-world pressures business owners face daily.
Isla Thornfield
Isla focuses on helping business owners understand and improve their financial positioning. With a background in both corporate finance and small business consulting, she excels at translating complex financial concepts into actionable strategies. Her approach emphasizes sustainable growth and risk management tailored to each business's unique situation.
What Drives Our Work
These principles guide every interaction we have with our clients and shape how we approach business mentorship.
Honest Communication
We tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. Our job is to provide clear, honest feedback that helps you make better decisions.
Practical Solutions
Every strategy we develop must be implementable with your current resources and constraints. We focus on what actually works in the real world.
Long-term Thinking
Quick fixes rarely solve underlying problems. We help you build sustainable practices that strengthen your business over time.
Ready to Discuss Your Business Challenges?
We understand that every business situation is unique. Let's have a conversation about your specific challenges and explore how our mentorship approach might help you move forward.
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