Australia’s Business Brokers

Antionette Thorpe , 08 Apr 2019 One of the most important things I wanted in selling my business was a good tenant as I owned the building. Benchmark delivered a fantastic buyer and even arranged for me to stay on as an employee which works really great for both parties. The business was sold quickly, smoothly and for a great price. I am so delighted with the result.

Jacob Rudge, May 2021 - I cannot recommend Mark highly enough, his knowledge of business and his inherent integrity shone through in every aspect of our dealings with him and we will certainly continue the relationship in years to come. We first contacted Mark when we decided to spread our wings and join the ranks of Australia's VET infrastructure. Mark anticipated our needs and requirements and placed us with a Vendor uniquely suited to our needs and brokered the deal expertly. There was never a moment of uncertainty and Mark and the team at Benchmark guided us through every step of the purchase with ease and ensured all parties were satisfied in a timely manner and everyone walked away from the deal happy. Kudos Mark and the team at Benchmark Business Sales and Valuations. Mark Crapper receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Mark’s achievements in business ownership, business development and consulting are impressive, to say the least.  His drive has always been the pursuit of betterment and growth, for himself and for others.  “Working with business owners and helping them achieve their goals are incredibly satisfying,” he insists. Though initially qualifying as an electrician, Mark’s instincts took him straight into small business ownership.  Starting as a partner in one of the earliest Donut King stores in Australia, he went on to spend 20 years developing a home-grown Australian brand into the largest and most successful food franchise brand in its category in Australia. Get to know more about Mark Crapper and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Mark Crapper is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

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.

David Zampech has been such a tremendous help in bringing the exact buyer that our shop needed. Helped us through the paper work, and everything else that was needed right the way to settlement. I highly recommend David to do the same for you.   - Will Waterford | June 2022 David Zampech receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. David Zampech brings over 25 years of retail experience to Benchmark. David started his life on the family farm in the heart of the Lockyer Valley and eventually left to start a career in retail. David’s knowledge of supermarkets is only surpassed by his drive for success. In his downtime David is a keen fisherman, avid cricketer and enjoys playing mixed netball with his wife and 3 daughters.Get to know more about David Zampech and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. David Zampech is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

Julie Griggs , 18 Mar 2019 Benchmark were a great help in the buying process. We had to finalize a new lease which took some time however they were always on top of things and even helped get us cheaper rent from the landlord. They are true industry experts.  Benchmark Salon Sales As a Specialist Division of Australia’s number one Business Broking firm, Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations, Salon Sales Australia is the brand to turn to when it comes to selling or buying a salon. Specialising in Managed Salons and Owner-Operated Salons around Australia, our specialist team is experienced in dealing with the sale and purchase of hair and beauty businesses of all shapes and sizes. For sellers, we have an extensive database of buyers looking to acquire Salon Businesses for sale throughout Australia, and a proven formula for selling a business that works. For buyers, we offer a process that will help you secure the right salon opportunity for you, regardless of where in Australia you are located.

"Buyer As I have purchased through Brian Sander of Benchmark - who has many years of experience in this field, he shared best of his knowledge and experience with me which made my buying process very smooth and easy. Brian helped me a lot in each and every legal steps that should be taken. He is excellent in communicating with me and other people involved during this deal, also he has very good knowledge of all the paperworks and legal documents. I recommend Brian if you are looking to buy as he is very professionals and friendly." - Pranav Pandit | 8 Sept 2021 Brian Sander receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Brian Sander is a Fellow of the Real Estate Institute of Australasia and was the Inaugural winner in 2005 of the Sir Robert Torrens Award for service to the industry. Brian is a certified Level 4 Trainer & Lecturer for both Real Estate Institute of SA and TAFE in Business Sales, Valuation and Documentation. In 2015 Brian was the winner of the AIBB National Presidents Award. Get to know more about Brian Sander and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Brian Sander is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

"John you are an absolute champ! Thanks for all your help mate. You really went above and beyond helping me with leasing and negotiable lower rental and even a cracking fitout contribution amount. I will be calling you for the next one." 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. 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.

Boyan Ristovski , 18 Mar 2019 Thank you very much for all you support during the process. We could not have asked for a better broker or a more patient person to deal with during the long 6 month process it took to get to settlement but we are extremely happy with the outcome.  You were always available for us and we appreciate that. Thank you to you and your company for seeing this trough to the end.

Casey Fegan 24 Nov 2018 - Glenn was understanding of my needs and really made the process seamless and easy. Would highly recommended this company. Thanks again Glenn. Glenn Irving receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Glenn Irving showed his flair in this area of design and invention by developing his own patents, design registered and trademark products through his own companies, with many unique products being sold in many different countries. Get to know more about Glenn Irving and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Glenn Irving is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

Vicki Donaldson, 01 Jan 2019 - Glenn Irving was so professional, offered a great level of service and was easy to communicate with throughout the whole process. Glenn Irving receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Having started his business career as an apprentice craftsman in the field of glass & neon light production, he worked his way up through the ranks from apprentice to craftsman, onto production manager, then across into sales; and finally to owning his own signage, neon and plastic manufacturing business. Get to know more about Glenn Irving and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Glenn Irving is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.