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I had a fantastic experience working with Manish Tripathi to purchase my business. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. His guidance, attention to detail and prompt communication made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. Manish was always available to answer questions and ensured every step was handled with care and precision. I highly recommend Manish to anyone looking to buy or sell a business. Kamal Thapa

ReGroup Solutions , 12 Aug 2020 Ian’s client was a director who had been in business for 51 years as cladding contractor. The Company had up to 100 employees working from owned factory premises and on-site at large commercial building sites nationally. The Director had been thinking of succession and made contact with Ian to investigate the sales potential of his long-standing and reputable business. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 crisis struck and the Company’s supply chain was severely impacted. The Director sought the advice of a registered liquidator, who recommended external administration. The Director’s hopes of achieving a positive sale quickly diminished and the position with the bank meant there was now a serious risk he would lose his family home.  Operating nationally, Benchmark has a huge database of prospective buyers and Ian had already generated significant genuine interest by drafting an impressive Information Memorandum and selectively negotiating with several key interested parties. Ian was concerned over the liquidator’s advice to his Client. The Director was being pressured into placing the company into voluntary administration (which Ian could see was premature and too drastic). Ian had identified his Client’s potential and felt that any insolvency procedure would unnecessarily destroy the company’s goodwill and asset values.  ReGroup Solutions would like to give a huge thanks to Ian for referring his client, the Director, to us for a second opinion. After conducting our preliminary analysis, ReGroup Solutions advised the Director on his capacity to utilise the ‘insolvency safe harbour’ under section 588GA. The new legislation, effective since September 2017, provides directors with protection from insolvent trading personal liability whilst they explore a range of restructuring and turnaround strategies. This enabled the Director to continue trading his business so that a ‘going concern’ sale could still be actively pursued by Ian. This meant Ian could still maximise the outcome for his Client by continuing his strategic negotiations.  ReGroup Solutions provided initial crisis management advice and then proceeded to investigate the various restructuring and turnaround options with the Director. The insolvency Safe Harbour provided the director with breathing space and enabled Ian Haggerty to continue his negotiating with key interested parties. The team at ReGroup Solutions worked closely with Ian Haggerty throughout the entire process – despite being an extremely complex matter, made worst by the COVID crisis, we’re delighted to say that Ian successfully negotiated a tremendous outcome for his Client!   Ian lead the way in agreeing a sale of his Client’s business, assets and the large factory premises. This not only meant the majority of workforce kept their jobs but the indebtedness to the bank could also be fully satisfied. The Director’s home was no longer at risk and Ian’s Client stands to walk away with potential surplus of $1.5m. The deal stands to return 100c in the dollar to trade creditors. Ian even secured his client a two year consultancy position with the purchaser - and at an exceptional rate! Ian’s Client can now take a well-deserved step back, with his impeccable reputation intact.   On a personal level, it was an absolute pleasure collaborating with a skilled negotiator such as Ian. The very purpose of the insolvency Safe Harbour is to help the director find a ‘better outcome’ for all stakeholders by utilising a skilled team of professionals. In this particular case, Ian was able to get an outstanding outcome for his Client on multiple levels. This was despite the extremely difficult and volatile market conditions.  Congratulations to Ian Haggerty on what has ended up being a landmark Safe Harbour win for his Client! Ian Haggerty receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Ian was the Managing Director/Owner of Pipe Shield, a specialised pipeline inspection, maintenance, rehabilitation company. Ian sold his business to Veolia. He has also worked internationally for companies such as Trafalgar Water Inc., where he was a consultant to a number of North American companies within the utilities, services and water industries where his main role of operations was in mergers and acquisitions, consolidation proposals, market analysis, securing funding for growth, and new technology introduction and acceptance. Get to know more about Ian Haggerty and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Ian Haggerty is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

"We have dealt with John over the past few years. He has always been incredibly professional and offered right and constructive advice. He understands what we are after, and always super transparent. Would definitively highly recommend him as a broker." - Nilay Bhagat | 13 Sep 2021 John Kasapi receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. John Kasapi specialises in the sale of hair and beauty salons across all states in Australia. He has more than 15 years of experience working in the hair and beauty industry – so he really knows and understands the industry and the marketplace much better than most. John really prides himself on offering his clients exceptional customer service, combined with his wealth of sales and industry knowledge. He has “been there and done that”, as he has owned his own business, and he has worked in many top salons around the world – and has experienced everything this industry has to offer. Get to know more about John Kasapi and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. John Kasapi is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

Selling a business is often a complicated process and can easily end up with a result that you don't expect. Would recommend to anyone that is considering selling their business in the next 12 months to talk to Michael about the steps you need to take in order to get the best possible outcome. Michael offers a professional service that makes the process a lot easier, preparing your business for sale, advertising and promoting the business, and negotiating with potential buyers -Sean McHugh | May 2022 Michael Vitullo receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. With his knowledge and success in business, he offers genuine opportunities for both sellers and buyers to realise their goals and targets. Michael believes buying and selling business is about trust, professionalism, communication, transparency and the art of creating possibilities. Get to know more about Michael Vitullo and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Michael Vitullo is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

I’ve known John for over a decade, and I originally purchased my first salon through Benchmark. I can honestly say that John saved me on this one. He somehow managed to get everything finalised just before I was due to pay the next month’s rent. John is a genuinely kind, helpful and trustworthy person. Even when the deal fell over at one point, he pulled everything back together and kept the process moving forward. Now that my salon is sold, I couldn’t be more grateful. His work was exceptional, and we even managed to share a few laughs along the way, including the classic “computer says no” moments. If you are looking to buy or sell a business, there is no easier decision than choosing the right person to guide you. The champagne has never tasted so good. - Jenova Chetty

I was initially sceptical when John told me he already had a buyer lined up before we had even listed the business. It sounded like a typical sales pitch, but he quickly proved me wrong. Within days, John introduced a genuine buyer who was the perfect fit for the business, my clientele and the local community. It was clear he had taken the time to understand what was important to me and the future of the business. The process moved incredibly quickly. We arranged an inspection within days, and within a week contracts had been signed and everything was progressing smoothly. Having a supportive landlord also helped make the entire experience seamless. I am absolutely delighted with the outcome. The business was sold quickly, achieved a great result and was handled with professionalism from start to finish. John, I am truly grateful for your hard work and for finding the right person to take over my business. I would highly recommend you to anyone considering selling their business. – Katie Harding

Peter Mills , 12 Aug 2020 Our dealings with Benchmark have been via our Broker Russell Brockie. Russell has been outstanding in all dealing's around the sale of Icon Training Academy. It's been a pleasure working with him in not only business but has a person, a wonderful man. His level of communication are outstanding. Russell Brockie receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Russell Brockie joined Benchmark in 2006.  And, for almost all of that time, he has specialised in the accredited education and training space.  He is therefore one of the most experienced RTO sales brokers in Australia. Before joining Benchmark, Russell enjoyed a successful career in the hospitality industry. For more than twenty years, he held senior positions in deluxe hotels and resorts in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia Get to know more about Russell Brockie and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Russell Brockie is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

We engaged Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations to manage the sale of one of our company owned service stations and were extremely pleased with both the process and the outcome achieved. Benchmark’s business broker, Jacob Reeson, provided sound guidance from the outset regarding the site, the market and the overall sale process. He was knowledgeable, diligent and demonstrated a strong commercial understanding throughout the transaction. Importantly, Jacob remained focused on achieving the best possible outcome for us. He handled challenges professionally and strategically, ensuring negotiations progressed constructively without unnecessarily derailing the process. Jacob was proactive, responsive, easy to deal with and professional at all times. While Jacob was our primary point of contact, the wider Benchmark team we engaged with throughout the process were also professional, supportive and helpful. We would have no hesitation in recommending Jacob and the Benchmark team and would gladly engage them again for future transactions. – Anthony Gilbert

Tracey Bond , 12 Dec 2018 I was so pleased when I followed a recommended from a colleague to utilise Benchmark for the sale of my salon. Throughout the process I found them to be approachable and professional at all times, we overcame many hurdles in which Benchmark successfully negotiated them all. The sale of my business has been completed and I would recommend them to anyone who wants a professional service and results

I enlisted Laurence's services after I received a canvassing email from him - and boy I'm glad I did. I have never sold a business before, and Laurence was patient and thoroughly explained how it all works. He kept me updated regularly during the process and went above and beyond in every aspect of the sale. I would highly recommend Laurence to anyone! Thanks mate - you were an absolute legend! :)