EPISODE · May 10, 2026 · 27 MIN
Ep 23 - Built From Scratch: A Business, A Stadium, A Legacy | Paul Coory
Success in business isn’t always about big moments, sometimes it’s about backing yourself, building the right team, and staying true to your values.In this episode of Your Number 1 Business Podcast, we sit down with Paul Coory, founder of COHA Group — a genuine, down-to-earth operator and one of the good blokes in the industry, to talk about his journey from architect to business owner, and the story behind helping deliver one of South East Queensland’s most iconic sporting venues… Brighton Homes Arena.From starting COHA Group with just a laptop and a vision, to leading major projects and creating a people-first culture, Paul shares honest insights into:Backing yourself and just getting startedThe realities of running a business (the highs, lows, and everything in between)Building a strong team culture and investing in peopleDelivering high-profile projects under pressureWhat success really means as a business owner, husband, and dad⚠️ Listener Warning: This episode contains strong admiration (and possibly an unhealthy amount of love) for Brighton Homes Arena… and honestly, we’re not sorry about it.If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or thinking about starting something of your own — this one’s packed with real, practical wisdom and a great story from the founder of COHA Group.Want to Share Your Story on the Podcast?We’re always looking for inspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders to feature on Your #1 Business Podcast. If you have a story, strategy, or insight that could empower our audience, we’d love to hear from you!📩 Apply to be a guest today: https://www.y1bp.au/register/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Success in business isn’t always about big moments, sometimes it’s about backing yourself, building the right team, and staying true to your values.In this episode of Your Number 1 Business Podcast, we sit down with Paul Coory, founder of COHA Group — a genuine, down-to-earth operator and one of the good blokes in the industry, to talk about his journey from architect to business owner, and the story behind helping deliver one of South East Queensland’s most iconic sporting venues… Brighton Homes Arena.From starting COHA Group with just a laptop and a vision, to leading major projects and creating a people-first culture, Paul shares honest insights into:Backing yourself and just getting startedThe realities of running a business (the highs, lows, and everything in between)Building a strong team culture and investing in peopleDelivering high-profile projects under pressureWhat success really means as a business owner, husband, and dad⚠️ Listener Warning: This episode contains strong admiration (and possibly an unhealthy amount of love) for Brighton Homes Arena… and honestly, we’re not sorry about it.If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or thinking about starting something of your own — this one’s packed with real, practical wisdom and a great story from the founder of COHA Group.Want to Share Your Story on the Podcast?We’re always looking for inspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders to feature on Your #1 Business Podcast. If you have a story, strategy, or insight that could empower our audience, we’d love to hear from you!📩 Apply to be a guest today: https://www.y1bp.au/register/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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