Territory business leaders now have access to a refreshed program designed to help them scale faster and strengthen their leadership.
The Accelerate program, delivered in partnership with the Australian Centre for Business Growth (AUCBG), builds on the success of the Business Acceleration Program (BAP), which since 2018 has helped hundreds of Territory businesses achieve sustainable growth.
The relaunched program focuses on opportunities aligned with Northern Territory Government priorities for export, workforce, defence and gas, supporting local businesses to expand into new markets and strengthen supply chains.
Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations Robyn Cahill said Accelerate continues to play a vital role in developing business capability across the Territory.
“Accelerate provides tailored support for CEOs and managing directors at all stages of their business journey — whether starting out or looking to expand operations,” Ms Cahill said.
“Small and medium-sized businesses represent 99.6% of the Territory’s business sector. This program helps grow private investment, fuel economic growth and build a stronger local workforce.”
What the program offers
Accelerate equips participants with practical tools, mentoring and strategies to grow their business rapidly and sustainably.
AUCBG Director Ryan Williams said the program is designed to help business owners build capability and confidence to seize new opportunities.
“The Territory has a vibrant business community, and we’re proud to help it thrive through our partnership with the Northern Territory Government,” Mr Williams said.
Program streams
Running across 2025–26, Accelerate will support 140 businesses through five tailored streams:
- Growth Assessment Clinics: half day/full day workshops for participants ready to grow their business and become better leaders
- Growth Ramp Workshop: a series of 6, full-day sessions over 6 months for participants looking to move to move to the next level, hire more people and growth their organisation.
- Growth Module Workshops: a series of three, 3-day sessions over 9 months for participants and their executive team to build skills their company needs to achieve sustainable and continuous growth.
- Intensive Growth Seminars: Two, 2-day modules six months apart coaching, continuing learning management system access and peer support
- AUCBG online learning program: Access to a self-paced growth program designed by the growth experts at the Australian Centre for Business Growth.
For more information or to apply, visit centreforbusinessgrowth.com.