Clear answers before the first conversation.

The Sounding Board is a faith-driven advisory network that connects young entrepreneurs with seasoned business leaders. Our advisors bring 20+ years of experience across diverse industries and provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and genuine partnership. Unlike traditional investors, our advisors are compensated through a royalty-based model, so we only succeed when you succeed.

With investors, you give up equity and control of your business. With The Sounding Board, you keep 100% ownership and control. Our advisors are compensated through a percentage of your revenue, not through equity stake. We only win when you win, and we have no say in how you run the business.

Our advisors are seasoned, faith-driven entrepreneurs and business leaders across diverse industries including construction, real estate, technology, healthcare, supply chain, media, finance, and more. Each brings deep experience, real success stories, and genuine investment in helping the next generation of founders succeed. You can see the full list of advisors on our Advisors page.

Advisors are compensated through a percentage of revenue your business generates. This creates perfect alignment: the better your business performs, the more your advisors benefit. The exact royalty percentage is customized based on your business model, stage, and industry. Because advisors only win when you win, you get their best thinking and real commitment to your success.

There are four simple steps: First, you have an initial conversation with Dustin to discuss your vision and determine fit. Second, advisors are selected based on your business needs and industry. Third, you pitch to the panel and finalize agreements. Fourth, your advisory board provides ongoing strategic counsel through regular meetings and direct access to advisors. Learn more on our How It Works page.

Advisory partnerships typically run for 6, 12, or 18 month periods. The exact length is customized based on your business stage and needs. At the end of the initial period, you can renew, adjust the board, or move forward independently. The commitment works both ways, but we're designed to be flexible and responsive to your evolving needs.

We serve entrepreneurs across all industries. Our advisors have deep expertise in construction, real estate, technology, healthcare, supply chain, media, finance, and many others. Because our network is so diverse, we can curate the right advisors for nearly any business. If you're not sure whether your industry is a fit, reach out and let's talk.

No. Our advisors are faith-driven, and that shapes how they approach business and mentorship. But our doors are completely open to all entrepreneurs, regardless of personal faith background. We respect that conviction and welcome partners who value the wisdom and integrity our advisors bring to the table, even if they don't share the same faith perspective.

Initial conversations are completely free. There's no application fee, no signup cost, and no obligation. The only cost to you is the royalty agreement once your board is formed, and that percentage is customized to your business and revenue model. We want you to make an informed decision with no financial barriers to the first conversation.

The Sounding Board is right for you if you're building something real and want experienced voices beside you walking the journey. If you value wisdom over hype, prefer alignment over control, and want genuine partnership with advisors who succeed when you succeed, let's talk. The first conversation is always free. No pressure, no commitment. Just an honest discussion about whether we can help.