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Skye Cappuccio, who comes from a leadership background in the health and not-for-profit sectors, will begin the role as CEO on 3 February 2026.
Most recently, Cappuccio served as CEO of Optometry Australia.
COSBOA chair Matthew Addison said the board was “delighted” with her appointment.
“Skye is an accomplished chief executive with a strong record of delivering policy impact, strengthening organisations and building trusted relationships across government and industry,” Addison said.
“Her perspective and expertise make her exceptionally well placed to lead COSBOA into its next phase of growth. The board is confident Skye will bring fresh energy and a forward-looking approach that supports our members and the small businesses they represent.”
COSBOA is a national body that represents the interests of small businesses across Australia. COSBOA covers approximately 1.3 million businesses.
Earlier in the year, COSBOA teamed up with the MFAA in an initiative to get more women into broking.
Reflecting on her appointment, Cappuccio said she was “honoured” to serve Australia’s small business sector and the associations that represent them.
“This role deeply excites me. COSBOA has cemented itself as a strong and respected voice for small business, and it is a privilege to help build on that foundation,” she said.
“Small businesses are integral to Australia’s economy and our community fabric. Having grown up in a family business, I understand the pressures and opportunities they face. Under my leadership, COSBOA will remain focused on strong, ethical and fair representation, and on championing the conditions small businesses need to thrive.”
Cappuccio said she looked forward to working with COSBOA’s member associations to continue expanding the organisation’s influence and supporting the small businesses they represent.
Addison said the appointment comes at an important time for COSBOA, with a strong agenda ahead.
“2026 will be a significant year for COSBOA as we continue advancing policy settings that allow small businesses to do what they do best: drive productivity, employment, and economic contribution across every community,” Addison said.
“Skye brings the capability, insight, and collaborative approach needed to strengthen COSBOA’s influence and ensure the voices of our members and small businesses remain central in national decision making.”
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