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About Cate Kemp

Build a business that really pays you.

A six-month, peer-driven coaching program for founders who’ve outgrown winging it. One day intensive, weekly online support, capped at ten owners per cohort.
the control room with cate kemp
In Person
Full-day workshop
Intensive learning and execution. Financial foundations, models and processes designed into your operation.
In Online
6 months of weekly support
Collaborative coaching and practical sessions, with group accountability, shared wins and challenges.
Done For You
Discounted advisory
Reduced rates on consultation, payroll, accounting and tech — plus partner offers and opportunities.
The Journey

Four phases. One transformation..

01

Deep Dive & Course Correction

Get the real story on your numbers, your team and your operation. Spot the noise, fix what matters, and learn how to manage your finance function for return — not just compliance.
02

Profit & Payroll

Build minimum viable profit models. Understand who you're paying, for what and why. Get eyes on the 3–6 metrics that actually drive the business.
03

Cashflow & Clarity

Get off the feast-or-famine cycle. Use simple models to see the future, stress-test decisions and de-risk opportunities before they hit you.
04

Complete Control & Leadership

Turn the business into a profit-generating, cash-positive, wealth-building asset. Traffic-light dashboards. Calm operations. A business worth selling.
Outcomes

You’ll leave with confidence, control and more cash in your pocket.

Absolute visibility on your business as it is, right now
Management frameworks to lead your finance function
Tactics, hacks and dashboards you actually use
A trusted source of feedback, support and ideas
Profit and cashflow you can feel in your bank account
A saleable, appreciating business asset — not just a job

This is not for everyone.

The Control Room is by application only. Cohorts are small (10 max) so we can put the right businesses in the room together.

It’s for founders ready to roll up their sleeves, take responsibility, contribute openly, and build wealth — not just revenue.

If you’re chasing shortcuts or a silver bullet, this isn’t it. If you’re ready to take the wheel, it’s the best investment you’ll make.

Ready to take control of your business?

Book a free 30-minute diagnostic call. We’ll talk about where you are, where you want to be, and the right next step.
Free · 30 minutes · No pitch

Let’s build a business that pays you.

Free 30-minute diagnostic call. Direct, useful, no pitch.
© 2026 Cate Kemp. Financial Leadership Coach. Australia.
Exceptional financial leadership. Real money outcomes.