Headway Huddle - the Elite Circle
Where Strategic Networking Meets Peer Advisory Excellence
The only mastermind that combines powerful business connections with trusted peer mentoring—designed specifically for growth-minded business owners who refuse to settle for ordinary results.
You're Successful, But Something's Missing
Think about it like this: You wouldn't climb Everest alone, so why are you trying to scale your business in isolation?
The Lonely Leader Challenge
You’re making decisions in a vacuum. Sure, you have employees, but they look to YOU for answers. Your spouse listens, but they don’t really get the pressure you’re under.
Networking feels like a waste of time. Most events are just business card shuffles with people pitching their services. You need real relationships, not surface-level connections.
You’re leaving money on the table. Without trusted advisors who’ve walked your path, you’re missing opportunities and making expensive mistakes that experience could have prevented.
The Elite Circle Solution
Your personal board of advisors. Get strategic guidance from business owners who’ve been where you’re going. Think of it as having a team of experienced coaches in your corner.
Quality connections that count. Build relationships with like-minded business leaders who can become partners, referral sources, and lifelong allies.
Accelerated growth through shared wisdom. Learn from others’ successes and failures. What took them years to figure out, you’ll master in months.
Only a Few Qualify Here
Must Fit This Profile
- SMB Owner/Founder
- In business 3+ Years
- ARR > $3MM < $25MM
- 10+ Employees
- Personal Net Worth > $1.0M
- Prefers Mid-Day meetings (no early morning/late nights)
- Likes sports (we’ll have fun too)
Your Monthly Power Session
One intensive 4-hour session per month that delivers more value than a week of conferences or a month of coffees and lunches.
Bring your biggest challenge to the group. Get multiple perspectives from successful business owners who’ve solved similar problems. It’s like having a consulting team that actually cares about your success.
Trust-Based Referrals
Build relationships with vetted business leaders in non-competing industries. These aren’t just contacts—they become your referral partners, collaborators, and trusted advisors.
Doug brings 30+ years of military, corporate, and entrepreneurial leadership experience. Think of him as your executive coach who’s actually been in the trenches.
How The Huddle Works
Simple structure. Powerful results. No fluff.
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Start each session with wins, challenges, and what’s keeping you up at night. Sometimes just saying it out loud to people who get it makes all the difference.
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Members take turns presenting their biggest challenges. The group provides solutions, connections, and accountability. It’s “Shark Tank” but everyone’s rooting for you.
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Doug facilitates discussions on key business topics using real-world examples from the group. Theory meets practice in ways that actually make sense.
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End with specific commitments and accountability partners. No meeting ends without clear next steps and someone to check in with you.
“Doug’s ability to draw out real mindset shifts has been incredibly impactful for me. We focused on the ‘why’ behind behaviors, then made strategic tweaks that became better habits. I would absolutely recommend Doug for anyone looking to improve performance and drive results.”
VP, Global Logistics Sector
Meet Your Facilitator
Doug Thorpe - Your Guide Through The Growth Journey
Doug isn’t your typical business coach. With 30+ years as a CEO, serial entrepreneur, and military officer, he’s been in your shoes. He’s built companies, survived market crashes, and helped hundreds of business leaders navigate everything from startup chaos to succession planning.
His banking team achieved 64 consecutive quarters of earnings growth. His nonprofit helped over 4,500 people during the 2008 financial crisis. He’s worked with corporate giants like ExxonMobil, Coca-Cola, and Bank of America.
Most importantly, he speaks your language. No academic theories or consultant jargon—just practical wisdom from someone who’s been in the arena and knows what really works.
Limited to 10 Members Maximum Each Group
Each Huddle is intentionally small to ensure deep relationships and meaningful interaction. When we’re full, we’re full. The next opportunity may be months away.
** Doug Thorpe’s Elite Groups are affiliated with the Good Human Growth Network (theGHGN.com)
Your Investment
- Monthly 2-hour peer advisory session
- Hot seat coaching with group input
- Strategic networking with vetted business owners
- Access to The EDGE business framework
- Confidential mastermind environment
- Between-session coaching support
- Quarterly business assessment
- Resource sharing and tool recommendations
Join us and become part of a community where good people meet for good business.
Ready to Stop Leading Alone?
Your business is too important to navigate without trusted advisors
Step 1: Complete the brief application below
Step 2: Schedule a conversation with Doug
Step 3: Join your first Headway Huddle session
Questions? Call Us directly at (877) 634-3360