Accessing funding for your female-led businesses
Access to business funding remains a significant challenge for female entrepreneurs. In 2024, research by the Founders Forum Group revealed that only 2% of global venture capital funding was provided to female-only founding teams. The World Economic Forum estimates the global finance gap for women in business at $1.7 trillion, with male-led enterprises continuing to […]
Does your Aussie small business have a succession plan?
Research from MYOB reveals that almost half of Baby Boomer SME owners intend to exit their businesses within the next one to five years, yet a significant number have not established a formal succession plan. Without a clearly documented strategy, the transition from a seasoned owner to a new and less experienced operator can be […]
Could your business survive without you?
Would your business continue to operate effectively if you suddenly needed to step away? Many business owners find it difficult to remove themselves from day-to-day operations, particularly when they are passionate about what they do. However, accidents, illness or family emergencies can occur without warning, and it is essential to have robust systems in place […]
Can you build a viable one-person business?
The concept of a viable, fully functioning one-person business is no longer far-fetched. Sam Altman, co-founder of OpenAI, recently suggested that a single individual could realistically operate a billion-dollar enterprise by 2026–2028, leveraging GPT-5 and other generative AI tools to create and manage automated agents. What once seemed inconceivable—one individual generating such scale of capital […]
How to attract Micro Private Equity investment
It’s a common misconception that private equity (PE) is the domain of large corporates. However, Micro Private Equity (Micro PE) – also known as Small-Scale Private Equity (SSPE) – is increasingly accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), although gaining investor interest can be challenging. According to research from the Australian Business Growth Fund, 35% […]
Making your business work for you: passing the business to the next generation
As the owner, your business reflects your hard work and long-term goals. But succession planning is about looking beyond your own involvement – preparing the business to succeed in the hands of the next generation, whether that be family members, senior staff, or an external buyer. Below are key steps to ensure your business is […]
Restructuring or selling your business? We can help…
In the current economic climate, business owners contemplating significant changes are often faced with a multitude of complex considerations. Considering a Business Restructure? If you have decided that restructuring is necessary to ensure the sustainability of your business, it is important to follow a clear, compliant process to minimise disruption and mitigate risk. Recommended Steps […]
Taking on the family business legacy: becoming the successor
Assuming the mantle of the family business is a significant honour. However, leading a family legacy and advancing it can be a complex undertaking. The previous generation has safeguarded this enterprise for years and will want to hand over its future to a competent and trusted leader—someone who will continue their hard work and carry […]
5 ways to improve the governance of your family business
Running any business is a challenging endeavour. However, when you add the complexities of a family business, matters can become even more intricate – and often personal. In a family business, you’re managing more than just professional relationships. You must also navigate close, personal connections alongside the unique dynamics that come with multiple family members […]
Key ways to access funding for your business
If you’re planning to fund a new business, you’ll need enough startup capital to get this venture off the ground. And once you’re up and running, you’ll need additional business finance and investment at each stage of your growth and expansion along the business journey. But where does this business funding come from? And what […]