CDS is a network of consultants with a
proven track record in forming successful
co-operatives.
CDS Director
Tony Gill
is one of Australia's leading
experts on co-operatives and has over 30
years
practical experience in co-operative development.
Since 1980, he has assisted in the formation of
over
100 co-operatives
in Australia, from
agricultural and business
services to community and social enterprises.
CDS is highly innovative in developing
creative solutions to challenging issues.
It is most likely we
have already
encountered the problems and opportunities you face and have built up
experience in the best way of dealing with them.
Because we understand co-operatives, CDS can provide services tailored to
meeting your specific needs.
Formation services
Forming a new co-operative
Community buyout of a closing business
Converting an
incorporated association
or a
company
to a co-operative
Start-up assistance
Other services
Governance training and policy development
Rule changes
Co-operative tours
Co-operative research
