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Lunch Money
by Hermes Capital
A weekly look at current Australian business finance issues and events, as seen through the eyes of corporate and commercial “special situations”, “workout” and industry experts. Nick Samios - Hermes Capital’s Fund Manager and Managing Director – hosts a panel comprising Australia’s leading restructuring, capital raising and industry sector specialists for views and analysis from these practitioners who have “skin in the game” – either as hard currency or through their PI policies! Lunch Money is streamed live on YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn at lunch time every Friday and uploaded shortly thereafter as an audio podcast.
Episodes
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Sydney: Starting, Funding & Growing
What is holding Australian businesses back from starting, accessing capital and growing? In the Sydney edition of The Business Dynamism Project, Nick Samios is joined by Chris Slack, David Kenney and Martie Tziotis for a practical discussion on business funding, acquisitions, succession, working...
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Brisbane: Succession, Business Transition & Exit
In the Brisbane edition of The Business Dynamism Project, Nick Samios is joined by Dr Mark Rainbird and Matthew Hudson for a discussion on capital, restructuring, business transition and the decisions that determine whether value can be preserved. The panel explores what makes an SME…
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Melbourne: Managing Financial Stress & Restructuring
In the Melbourne edition of The Business Dynamism Project, Nick Samios is joined by David Gandolfo and Jeanine Purdie for a practical discussion on financial stress, access to capital, ATO debt, late payments and restructuring. The panel looks at the warning signs businesses and advisers should…
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Debt Serviceability, Cash Flow & Complex Deals | Broker Masterclass
How do you structure deals in a market where serviceability pressure, rising costs and tighter credit conditions are all colliding at once? Hosted by Max Szarycz from Hermes Capital, the panel features: • Nick Samios – Hermes Capital • Peter Lucas – Kestrel Solutions • Peter Johnson – Get You…
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Restructure, Refinance or Run the Auction?
When a business comes under pressure, the question isn’t just how to access capital, it’s how to protect value. In this Sydney seminar, Hermes Capital brings together Nick Samios, Bruce Connors, and Marcus Petrovic, hosted by Max, to unpack one of the most important decisions brokers face:...
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Why SME Deals Are Stalling (And How Brokers Fix Them)
Deals aren’t failing because there’s no money. They’re failing because they don’t stack up. Private credit is growing, but getting deals approved is becoming more complex. In this Brisbane seminar, Nick Samios (Hermes Capital) is joined by Ian Hyman, Patrick Schweizer, and Mark Rainbird to break...
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Structuring and Presenting Exit Pathways for Private Credit Deals
Live from Melbourne, this seminar tackles a question that now sits at the centre of every private credit deal: What is the exit strategy? In today’s market, weak or assumed exits are one of the biggest reasons transactions stall, get repriced, or collapse late in the process. This session brings...
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Dealing With Half-Bankable Clients - Session for Brokers
Every broker knows the frustration of the half-bankable client. They’ve got a solid business. They’ve got security. On paper, they should get a “yes”, but one or two hurdles stop the banks in their tracks. These clients often sit in the grey zone: too strong to be written off, but not quite…
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Doing Business in Victoria: Opportunities and Challenges for Brokers
In this session, our expert panel unpacks the realities of doing business in Victoria against a backdrop of economic uncertainty. The discussion covers how brokers and business owners can navigate the state’s unique financial landscape, the critical role of professional advisors, opportunities...
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From Finder to Fixer: How Brokers Are Becoming the Business World’s Secret Weapon
From Finder to Fixer: How Brokers Are Becoming the Business World’s Secret Weapon In this discussion, finance experts explore how the role of brokers has evolved far beyond simply arranging loans. Discover why today’s best brokers are acting as trusted advisors, problem-solvers, and connectors,...
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Cracking the ATO Debt Code
This webinar was delivered live in Sydney. We dive into the complexities surrounding ATO debt and its implications for small businesses. The panel discusses the recent changes in tax deductibility, the role of accountants, and the importance of proactive financial management. They highlight the...
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Mine the Gap: Overcoming Financial Barriers in Mining Services
The mining services industry is an essential pillar of the Australian economy but has unique financial challenges. In a recent seminar in Perth hosted by the Lunch Money Podcast, industry experts gathered to discuss strategies for overcoming these barriers, offering valuable insights for SMEs in...
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Powering Production: Overcoming Capital Challenges in Manufacturing
In our recent seminar, “Powering Production: Overcoming Capital Challenges in Manufacturing,” industry experts tackled the financial hurdles that small to mid-sized manufacturing businesses face in Australia. The panel, led by Nicholas Samios from Hermes Capital, included David Mansfield (DEI),...
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Lunch Money - Heavy Haulage, Heavy Challenges: Financing the Transport Industry
In this episode, recorded live at the Royal Exchange Club in Sydney, experts from the transport and finance industries come together to address the significant financial challenges currently faced by the Australian transport sector. The panel explores key issues such as the decline in asset…
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Everything You Want To Know About Small Business Restructuring (But Were Too Afraid To Ask)
What is Small Business Restructuring? What do finance brokers, accountants and other business advisors need to know about it? It’s now over two years ago when small businesses really started implementing Restructuring as an insolvency alternative - what can we learn from its brief history thus…
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Breaking Ground: Debt Capital Challenges and Opportunities in Construction and Mining Services
This podcast episode was recorded live at our Breakfast seminar in Brisbane. The seminar, titled "Breaking Ground: Debt Capital Challenges and Opportunities in Construction and Mining Services," featured a distinguished panel of experts who discussed a range of issues and opportunities within the...
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Successful Business Acquisitions: Strategies, Legal & Finance
This episode of Lunch Money was recorded live at our Sydney breakfast seminar. Welcome to our in-depth seminar on mastering business acquisitions! In this video, we bring together industry experts Nicholas Samios, Ian Hyman, Andrew Casson, and Malcolm Campbell to share their expertise and...
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The $30 Billion Refinancing Opportunity of the Century
This episode was recorded live at our Sydney breakfast seminar. The ATO was generous during Covid, allowing Australian small businesses to add $15B to its pre-Covid undisputed arrears, bringing the total to $30B. However, playtime is over, and the ATO now wants to collect. In taking measures...
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Unleashing the Spartan Spirit: Transforming Businesses, Transforming Lives
In this episode of Lunch Money, we interview the CEO of Spartan Race Australia, Russell Nelms. If you haven’t yet experienced the adrenaline rush of tackling a Spartan obstacle course, you’re missing out on a transformative journey that extends far beyond the finish line. In this blog, we dive…
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The Art of the Deal: Making your Business Irresistible to Buyers
Lunch Money in March will feature Andrew Cassin, a seasoned expert in M&A, specialising in the transition of ownership for privately held businesses in the lower mid-market. Andrew has over 20 years of front-line experience, helping business owners with thorough preparation for business exits…
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Rescue or Risk: The Real Impact of Australia's Latest Restructuring Laws
The key barriers to effective corporate restructuring are often said to be directors' delayed action (“head in the sand”), the stigma of insolvency, and overly complex laws. Especially for SMEs. 'Safe Harbour' and 'Small Business Restructuring' laws aim to address these issues. How are these…
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Deadline Dilemma: Responding to Final Demands
Join us for our final Lunch Money of 2023, we are joined by two expert guests Angelina Kozary, Partner at Holman Webb and Louisa Sijabat, Principal at Merchands Advisory. We will be discussing the issue of what you do when you receive final demands from the ATO, your suppliers or your bank. These...
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Sharpen Up Over Summer
Join us on the next episode of Lunch Money with special guest Arabella Macpherson from Resonate Communications. Arabella is a communications specialist and she will be sharing with us how we can tweak our communications to be more influential. As we approach the end of the year, it’s a time for…
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The Pyramid of Lies - The collapse of Greensill Capital
In this episode we dive into the collapse of Greensill Capital with Duncan Mavin - Author of The Pyramid of Lies. In the world of finance, many people invest without thoroughly reading complex documents. They trust established players, assuming due diligence has been done. This trust can lead to...
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Data Dilemma: Making Sense of Conflicting Economic Indicators
Don't miss this episode of Lunch Money with Australia’s leading economist Warren Hogan. In this discussion, we’ll delve into the challenge of deciphering conflicting economic data. Warren is the Managing Director and Founder of EQ Economics, a consultancy specialising in economic, market, and...
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What does it take to be on an advisory board?
What does it take to be on an advisory board? It takes more than just experience to be on a board these days. Louise Broekman from The Advisory Board Centre joins us in the next episode of Lunch Money. We explore best practice for board selection, such as what skills and knowledge is needed to...
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Challenges and Opportunities facing Australian Small Businesses
In this edition of Lunch Money, we are joined by our expert small business guests. David Gandolfo OAM (Board Member of COSBOA, Chair of Advocacy at CAFBA, and Partner at Quantum Business Finance) who will take us through the highlights of COSBOA's recently published report, "Small Business...
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Challenges of diversifying and growing professional services firms
In this episode of Lunch Money, we were joined by special guests Daniella Mancuso from Nationwise Financial Solutions and Ian Hyman from Hymans Valuers & Auctioneers. We discussed the challenges of diversifying and growing professional services firms, with our commercial finance broker audience…
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In 2023, what risks are credit professionals monitoring?
In this interview, we were joined by special guest Nicolas Pilavidis from the Australian Institute of Credit Management. We discussed the critical role that credit professionals play in managing risk and ensuring their businesses receive payment for the sales and services delivered. Plus their...
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Beyond the Sales Pitch - Choosing a Business Advisor in Times of Crisis
Checking out the business advisor you choose in a crisis is like checking out the parachute you choose before jumping from a plane. You need one that is going to get you to the ground safely – and that won’t always be the first one that comes to hand. In this episode we are joined by guest Neil...
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What are the keys to a successful business restructure in 2023
In this episode, were are joined by guest Mark Robinson, Senior Advisor at dVT Group. We discussed the challenges of rising interest rates, inflation, labour market constraints, supply chain issues and how they influence the approach the experts are taking to making sure businesses stay in the game.
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Functional economics: Non-bank lender perspective
Host, Nicholas Samios and guest, Andy Way (executive director and founder at Semper Securities) rummage through the latest RBA charts - interest rates, inflations, asset prices, business lending growth and more. Semper Securities is an asset back mortgage fund which gives Andy valuable insights…
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Becoming unshakeable in a messy economy
What are the fundamental survival instincts hard wired into humans and how can they contribute to success in business? This week’s Lunch Money special guests are Mike House and Michael Ford to talk about how small and medium businesses can go beyond surviving to instead thrive in these times of...
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Power, Greed and the Global Financial Crisis: What Did We Learn?
A timely look at the GFC from a fresh perspective: the culture, individual behaviours, and the role of the regulatory bodies that all played a crucial role. A cautionary tale for the financial services industry - but have we learned the lesson for the strange times we find ourselves in today? Our...
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Cashflow hotspots radar – Cashflow challenges and how to see them coming!
SMEs are now in the midst of the pandemic “hang over”. Inflation, rising interest rates and debts long overdue are now being called in which makes for double trouble. Meanwhile, businesses who have emerged from the pandemic in good shape are at risk of contagion where their customers who haven't...
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Subbies under the bus! Take-outs from the Probuild Collapse
The collapse of Probuild has once again turned the spotlight on sub-contractors and the issues they face in managing risk when tendering for work in a competitive industry and managing financial risk of after the project begins. Lunch Money returns to 2022 with Mark Yum (Head of Construction +...
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The 2022 Credit Radar
As 2021 gallops to a close, we give you the inside running for when we are off to the races in the new year. With the latest credit data on the ATO, wind-ups and insolvencies, we answer the big questions: what lies ahead and how far ahead does it lie? Lunch Money’s Christmas Special is joined by...
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The Capital Raising Paradox: Deal Resistance when Money is Cheap & Abundant
Australia’s post-Covid economic revival is starting and won’t wait for anyone. The demand for fresh capital is increasing as money remains cheap and (thanks to near zero interest rates) abundant. Then why the deal resistance and difficulty raising capital? Our guests this week to help get you…
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Supply Chain Armageddon!
Supply chains dominate business conversations everywhere today. From central bankers around the world blaming supply chains for "transitory inflation" to local shopkeepers lamenting the scarcity of stock and builders in desperate need for materials. What’s really going on? This week we go behind...
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Fast and Curious 2: Legal Drift
After an interruption to our originally planned broadcast, we are happy to re-invite you on a wild ride in a rare Ferrari Lusso! With liquidator Richard Rohrt and Auctioneer Ian Hyman, we take on legal chicanes of invalid PPSR registrations, hairpin turns of asset disclamation and reclamation and...
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Lunch Money Updates
Today's show is very brief! We are here with an announcement of a change in format for Lunch Money - plus a quick look at the Commissioner of Taxation's Annual Report for 2021 which was released this week. What are the latest stats on SME tax debt, how is the ATO managing that debt - and what…
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Who will go the Distance? Data Informed “Post-Covid” Outlooks by Industry
In a marathon to determine which industries will outrun Covid impacts, and which are more vulnerable to succumbing, Lunch Money takes a dive into the recent data and statistics to give you an expert guide. We are very privileged to host two Partners from KPMG; Gayle Dickerson (Restructuring,...
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The Financial Spring Clean
With restrictions easing in South East Australia, what do SMEs and its owners need to do to get back to square? To talk us through, we were joined by Mark Robinson who is a corporate restructuring and personal insolvency expert and Partner at dVT Group. He helped air out the mess left behind by...
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A Healthy Property Market?
We took the temperature of the property market in Australia PLUS diagnosed the health and childcare sectors. We were joined by special guests: distressed property expert Luke Egan (Director at Aster Alliance) and; child and healthcare sector specialist Josh Twelftree (Director at Essentia...
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Return Journey: The Great Comeback of Australia‘s Travel Industry
Get your boarding passes, check in and join us in the Lunch Money Business Lounge, as we take a look at Australia's travel industry from an insiders perspective. We are asking the industry hit hardest by the pandemic, what are their plans to get us back in the air - face to face with business...
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The Winning Formula: Maintaining Unwavering Faith, Facing Brutal Reality
The Stockdale Paradox, a learning from the Vietnam War, beckons the question – who survives and who succumbs? The answer lies in the harsh realities that blind faith often dismisses. To talk more on this, we were joined by Mike House, who applied these learnings to leaders and business owners...
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“Unaccustomed as I am”: Impromptu Corporate Restructuring Catch-Up
An impromptu change of topic and guests has given way for an erudite discussion into the corporate restructuring industry with familiar faces. We were joined by Daren Anderson (Managing Director at ERA Legal) and Sule Arnautovic (Partner at Hall Chadwick) who have guided us through changes in the...
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IPO & M&A Adventure Stories: First-Hand Tales of the Capital Raising Jungle
Stephen Moulton joins Lunch Money with fresh hands-on experience with the IPO of Silk Logistics Holdings Ltd (ASX:SLH). Stephen and the firm he chairs, DanaherMoulton, is also busy on both the buy and sell sides in an M&A market that is breaking records globally in 2021. Stephen is the Corporate...
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Origin Stories: Breaking Away to Start Your Own Professional Services Firm
What inspires a legal or accounting firm partner to pack-up their briefcase and hang out their own shingle – particularly in overwhelming times like these? To answer that question, Lunch Money was joined by Tean Kerr (Corporate Restructuring and Commercial Litigation Partner) and Simon Cathro...
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Teaming Together, Teaming Apart: Achieving Team Victories in Uncertainty
In a world where "post-uncertainty" and predictability remain fictional concepts, it is important, now more than ever, for teams to embrace not knowing what's around the corner. To talk us through how you and your team can embrace uncertainty, whilst not compromising cohesion to ensure winning...
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A weekly look at current Australian business finance issues and events, as seen through the eyes of corporate and commercial “special situations”, “workout” and industry experts. Nick Samios - Hermes Capital’s Fund Manager and Managing Director – hosts a panel comprising Australia’s leading restructuring, capital raising and industry sector specialists for views and analysis from these practitioners who have “skin in the game” – either as hard currency or through their PI policies! Lunch Money is streamed live on YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn at lunch time every Friday and uploaded shortly thereafter as an audio podcast.
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