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The Alternative Board Australia Franchise Opportunity

The Alternative Board (TAB) is a business-coaching and peer-advisory-board franchise, part of a global network founded in 1990. Australian franchisees facilitate boards and coach small-business owners.

30 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2009Registered as Wilson Business Management Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a The Alternative Board Australia franchise cost?

A The Alternative Board Australia franchise requires a total investment of $90,000–$130,000 all-in, comprising a $63,000 initial fee and a fixed periodic fee in place of a percentage royalty.

Source: Franchisor-published (web): topfranchise.com · verified July 2026 · franchisor-published. See full cost breakdown

Sources differ on cost. The ACCC Register lists an establishment cost of $61,000–$109,000 (captured 2026-08-19), while our headline figure of $90,000–$130,000 is from Franchisor-published (web): topfranchise.com. Ranges can differ in scope, for example whether working capital, fit-out or GST are included. Confirm the current figure, and exactly what it covers, with the franchisor and the disclosure document.
Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

The Alternative Board Australia fees vs B2B Services median · Fee Index Q2 2026 (n=96)
FeeThe Alternative Board AustraliaCategory median 
Royalty (% gross sales)Fixed fee7.5%not a % fee
Marketing levy (% gross sales)None / fixed2.0%not a % fee

Medians from the B2B Services Fee Index. See methodology.

Network & venues

18venues in Australia
17franchised businesses
1company-owned units
17franchisees (operators)
10years operating in Australia

Operates in NSW, QLD, SA, WA

Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006565) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$61,000 – $109,000
Other payments (annual)$10,000 – $60,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006565) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Other

Restraint of trade after exit Other

Goodwill compensation on exit Other

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006565) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

The Alternative Board Australia’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementYes
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006565) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website franchise.thealternativeboard.com.au

Phone 0731622667

Email franchise@thealternativeboard.com.au

Registered office c/o Hall Chadwick Qld, Suite 4, Cnr Gordon St & Bainbridge St East, Ormiston, Qld 4160

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006565) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
SydneyNew South WalesrecruitingJuly 2026
MelbourneVictoriarecruitingJuly 2026

Frequently asked questions

How much does a The Alternative Board Australia franchise cost?

A The Alternative Board Australia franchise requires a total investment of $90,000–$130,000 all-in, including a $63,000 initial fee (Franchisor-published (web): topfranchise.com).

What are The Alternative Board Australia's ongoing fees?

The Alternative Board Australia charges its ongoing fees as a fixed periodic fee rather than a percentage of sales.

Is The Alternative Board Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, The Alternative Board Australia appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.