Family and private businesses face different challenges at different stages—and there is no one “right” starting point. The Business Boards Institute™ (BBI) and BLUEPRINT™ are designed to meet business owners and leadership teams where they are, offering distinct yet complementary paths to clarity, confidence, and growth.

Business Boards Institute™ (BBI)

BBI supports business owners who want outside perspective without giving up control. Many companies hesitate to create an advisory board due to misconceptions about size, time commitment, or loss of authority. In reality, a well-designed advisory board offers practical insight, accountability, and experienced guidance—on your terms.

Using a proven framework developed by Aileron and refined by Goering Center advisors, BBI helps participants explore, build, or strengthen an advisory board aligned with their business goals. The program focuses on identifying the right mix of advisors, establishing effective board structure, and maximizing engagement to support better decision-making and long-term success.

BLUEPRINT™

BLUEPRINT is designed for businesses seeking clarity and direction. Whether navigating growth, transition, or strategic uncertainty, participants step back to assess their position and define a focused path forward.

With guidance from experienced advisors from Thrive Village, leadership teams develop a one-page strategic roadmap that communicates vision, prioritizes execution, establishes success metrics, and creates alignment across the organization. Sessions are structured, practical, and execution-focused—helping teams turn strategy into action.

Real-World Impact

Both institutes provide proven frameworks, experienced advisors, and practical tools that support stronger decisions, clearer strategy, and sustainable growth. Participants engage in the institute that best aligns with their current priorities, challenges, and stage of business.