Australia’s Business Brokers

Catherine McLoughlan, 29 August 2021 - Michael was invaluable in the process of selling our property. His enthusiasm and professionalism ensured that our property was presented positively to prospective buyers and he efficiently dealt with any problems that arose. Michael was always approachable and listened to any input that we had regarding the sale. We would recommend Michael and the Benchmark team to anyone selling commercial properties. Michael Vitullo receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Michael Vitullo is a Fellow of CPA, and a member of the AIBB (Australian Institute of Business Brokers) with over 30 years’ experience in a diverse range of senior management roles in various industries. 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.

Name Undisclosed , 13 Dec 2018 "When selling a business there is one word that matter more than any other; SOLD! And Jacob got to use it. Jacob is very pleasant to deal with, built great report with the enquires and ultimately the buyer. Jacob felicitated the sale of a business I had owned for 23 years, there was quite a bit to arrange to not only list it but to also get it SOLD. I highly recommend Jacob to assist in the sale of your business." Jacob Reeson receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Jacob’s exceptional customer service skills and charismatic personality, coupled with his hardworking attitude, will ensure your business will be sold as quickly and efficiently as possible with a ‘leave the rubbish at the door’ approach – whilst still obtaining the best possible price. Jacob regularly seeks opportunities to undertake further training through registered and non-work related opportunities. Through his life he has taken on a variety of professions, usually multiple at a time, providing him with a broad knowledge and a keen mind. Get to know more about Jacob Reeson and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Jacob Reeson is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

Chris , 06 Feb 2020 I have always wanted to buy this salon and Nikki made it possible. At first, I was reluctant to share any personal details with Nikki but once I met with her, I instantly trusted her and opened. She helped me from start to finish and even pushed hard at the end when I wanted the salon to settle at a certain date and she promised she would make it happen. She did. She is a strong woman, working to help other strong women to achieve their dreams!

"I enjoyed dealing with John when I was buying a business in Melbourne and he handled it so well that when I went to sell I automatically call him. He quickly ran me through all of the info that I needed to prepare for the sale and then he found a buyer quickly, the sale went smoothly and I got a great price. I'm so glad that I went with Benchmark." - Kiah Perkins | 08 Apr 2019 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.

"Mathew Hartley and Benchmark business were an absolute pleasure to deal with when looking to purchase our first business. Mathew was on call 24/7 to answer any questions we had relating to the purchase. He has a wealth of experience in retail and let me know what we should be looking at, gave us other general industry figures to compare and made sure we ticked all the compliance boxes to get the purchase over the line. I would recommend Mathew and the team to anybody looking to sell or buy a business." - Shane Catania | 3 Sep 2021 Mathew Hartley receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Mathew has established a team of Supermarket Brokers in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounding areas. He has ensured that each Broker has vast experience within the industry. Mathew is dedicated to time spent with his team with assisting, training and mentoring. As a senior broker, Mathew has a wealth of experience in the industry of Supermarkets, with having worked in the corporate world as a Regional Manager, an Area manager with Metcash to owning his own IGA and Supa IGA stores. Get to know more about Mathew Hartley and his accomplishments by clicking the "View Profile" button below. Additionally, you can read other Benchmark Business Sales Testimonials from the "Broker" section above. Mathew Hartley is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

"We have been dealing with john for a while and unfortunately missed out on a salon we really loved however as soon as John listed another salon in the area he was on the phone to let us know and now I believe this was a better business opportunity for us. We are delighted to have found ourselves a great business in the heart of New Farm thank you for your help." - Carrie Barham | 11 Sep 2019 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.

We have sold a few times using benchmark - they have been excellent, supportive and thorough, throughout the whole process. John's communication is five-star and his knowledge of business a godsend in any tricky selling situation. Annie Thorpe. 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.

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 been very fortunate to have IAN SALTER from BENCHMARK BUSINESS SALES & VALUATIONS handle the sale of our business. Ian is to be commended for his professionalism and integrity in negotiating the sale of a complex business. He managed the entire sales process efficiently and competently and in doing so achieved a very satisfactory result. Ian, Thank you for your perseverance and patience. We are confident that other clients will also benefit from your expertise and we thoroughly recommend you. Ian Salter receives another Benchmark Business Sales Review. Ian Salter is highly respected as one of the top brokers in Queensland. Ian has built a career since 2005 through adapting and delivering these key drivers and serving on two industry committees: the REIQ and the AIBB (Australian Institute of Business Brokers). Get to know more about Ian Salter 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 Salter is a business broker at Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations.

Adrian Giacoboni , 21 Nov 2018 Without the correct process and guidance the risk of damage to value and reputation is high. Glenn Irving representative of Benchmark business sales is a man that leaves no stone unturned. His attention to detail and process ensures that the sale is successfully completed. Glenn is calm methodical and professional.  I have no hesitation in recommending Glenn to anyone wanting there business SOLD.  5 stars. 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. This has translated into a solid knowledge of intellectual property processes and asset management. 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.