Collaborating for Success
In today’s rapidly evolving global landscape, the wisdom, experience, and insights of visionary leaders serve as a powerful catalyst for transformation. Together, we hold the key to guiding the British Virgin Islands—both its public and private sectors—toward a future of safety, prosperity, and opportunity for all who call this vibrant community home.
As a member, your role extends beyond personal success; you embrace the responsibility to serve the greater good. Our mission is clear: Success for All—an achievement that resonates across every level of the BVI community. Your commitment to collaboration and shared purpose will shape the territory’s future, ensuring sustained growth, stability, and enduring prosperity.
By joining, you gain a unique opportunity to connect with fellow leaders—exchanging ideas, experiences, and strategies that not only elevate your organization but also strengthen the social and economic fabric of the BVI. Together, we are not just navigating change; we are creating a legacy of success, united in vision and collective action.
By joining ForgeCEOCircle, you gain access to the collective wisdom, insights, and fellowship of a dynamic community of outstanding professionals—leaders who understand the pressures, responsibilities, and expectations that come with guiding organizations forward.
ForgeCEOCircle
Chairs.
ForgeCircle chairs are senior leaders in business, known for achieving excellence in their fields. They possess an intimate knowledge of the challenges facing leaders in the BVI and have been selected to lead ForgeCEOCircle because of their incredible experience that lends itself to expert guidance and support.
Mr John Churchill
John Churchill currently works as Strategic Counsel working closely with Boards, Chief Executives and senior management of significant private and public companies to provide strategic guidance and advocacy in the areas of governance, problem solving, corporate advisory work, restructuring, capital raisings, private equity negotiations, management buy outs, the management and selection of legal resources on significant projects.
The role involves working as a “strategic trusted advisor” and draws upon his legal and commercial experience in managing complex issues, client relationships and professional advisors. He has worked across a number of industry sectors, including banking, fast moving consumer goods, professional services, wine, wealth management and manufacturing.
John has extensive experience serving on the boards of a diverse range of publicly listed, private and charitable enterprises. He is currently a non-executive Director of Blooms the Chemist Pharmacy Chain. In the past his directorships have included serving as Chairman of Candida Stationery Ltd, Chairman of Woodhead Architects, Chairman of Staging Connections Ltd, Young Presidents Organisation and the Stephenson Mansell Group as well as a non-executive Director of Promentum Ltd and Australian Executor Trustees Limited.
John was the Chairman of PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal Australia from 1999 to November 2001. Prior to this from 1982 to 2001 he was Managing Partner of Dunhill Madden Butler Solicitors Sydney, a firm which under his leadership expanded from a four partner practice to Australia’s tenth largest law firm. He has also practiced as a lawyer in employment law as well as industrial relations. He continues to specialize in CEO contracts, succession and transition.
John holds a Master of Laws from Sydney University Law School in International Trade and Business Law and has also completed Executive Management courses at Harvard Business School and IMD. He has lectured and presented at Sydney University Law School and more recently for the Australian Institute of Company Directors on non-executive director duties, remuneration and disclosure.
Current Board Appointment
- Chairman of Blackwattle Investment Partners
Former Board Appointments
- Non-Executive Director of Candida Stationery Limited (New Zealand)
- Non-Executive Chairman, Woodhead Architects
- Deputy Chairman, Promentum Limited, assuming role of Chairman during private equity sale of company
- Director, Australian Executor Trustees Limited
- Director, Questor Financial Services Limited
- Chairman, PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal Australia
- Member of the Landwell Global Executive Board
- Managing Partner, Dunhill Madden Butler Solicitors Sydney
- Chairman, Stephenson Mansell Group
- Non-Executive Chairman, Staging Connections
- Non-Executive Director of Blooms The Chemist
Memberships / Interests
- The Law Society of NSW
- The Fellow of the American College of Law Practice Management
- A member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
- Admitted as a Solicitor to The Supreme Court of NSW and The High Court of Australia
Mr John Churchill
Results-driven SEO Manager with a proven track record of developing and executing successful search engine optimization strategies.
Adept at analyzing data, identifying trends, and implementing actionable insights to improve organic search rankings and drive targeted traffic. Strong leadership skills and a passion for staying updated with industry trends, algorithms, and best practices.
Mr John Churchill
Creative and detail-oriented UI/UX Designer with a passion for crafting exceptional user experiences. Proficient in translating user needs into visually appealing and intuitive designs. Strong collaborator who thrives in interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative digital solutions that combine aesthetics with functionality.
Passionate UI Designer with a keen eye for detail and a drive to create exceptional digital experiences. Leveraging a strong foundation in design principles and an understanding of user behavior, I specialize in crafting interfaces that seamlessly blend aesthetics with usability.
By collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, I consistently deliver innovative solutions that captivate users and elevate brands. With a dedication to staying at the forefront of design trends and technologies, I am committed to pushing the boundaries of visual and interactive design to create meaningful connections between users and products.
Mr John Churchill
Dedicated and knowledgeable Corona Specialist with a proven background in effectively managing and mitigating challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leveraging a multidisciplinary skill set, I am adept at developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for disease prevention, public health education, crisis management, and community outreach.
By staying informed about the latest developments, guidelines, and best practices, I am committed to fostering safer environments and contributing to the well-being of individuals and communities.
Dedicated and knowledgeable Corona Specialist with a proven background in effectively managing and mitigating challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leveraging a multidisciplinary skill set, I am adept at developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for disease prevention, public health education, crisis management, and community outreach.
By staying informed about the latest developments, guidelines, and best practices, I am committed to fostering safer environments and contributing to the well-being of individuals and communities.
Mr John Churchill
Dedicated and knowledgeable Corona Specialist with a proven background in effectively managing and mitigating challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leveraging a multidisciplinary skill set, I am adept at developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for disease prevention, public health education, crisis management, and community outreach.
By staying informed about the latest developments, guidelines, and best practices, I am committed to fostering safer environments and contributing to the well-being of individuals and communities.
Dedicated and knowledgeable Corona Specialist with a proven background in effectively managing and mitigating challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leveraging a multidisciplinary skill set, I am adept at developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for disease prevention, public health education, crisis management, and community outreach.
By staying informed about the latest developments, guidelines, and best practices, I am committed to fostering safer environments and contributing to the well-being of individuals and communities.
Mr John Churchill
Experienced and innovative Web Developer with a passion for creating elegant and functional web solutions. Proficient in frontend and backend technologies, I excel at translating complex design and functionality requirements into clean, efficient, and user-friendly websites.
With a strong foundation in coding and problem-solving, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality projects on time and within scope.
Step inside the circle to greater future success.
Do you want to have an opportunity to influence the strategic direction of the BVI while networking with other professionals facing the same challenges you face, developing relationships that will last throughout and beyond your career, and discussing practical ways to help you build on the success you have already achieved?
Whilst our membership is by invitation only, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you and discuss your interest to join ForgeCEOCircle community.
