Our business directors are also Chartered Accountants

The business directors of VBD are Chartered Accountants with extensive accounting, taxation and financial planning knowledge. Combined, they have decades of experience dealing with the needs and objectives of small to medium sized businesses.

Together, they are at the forefront of VBD, ensuring absolute quality of work, efficiency and timeliness in productivity and striving to set an ever-increasing benchmark in standard of service and outcomes.

As Novocastrians they are also committed to our local community. This support includes the running of an annual golf day from which all proceeds are donated to charity. But the support doesn’t stop there. They are also out there - visiting you, observing your business in action and suggesting ways in which you can further develop your business beyond just the numbers. They are truly committed to building your business.

This dedication and passion is nurtured and supported throughout the whole of the VBD team, who also strive to exceed your expectations and are passionate about developing businesses to their full potential.

Troy Wink B Com FCA I’m a firm believer that a good accountant will save you money, but a great accountant will also make you money. It’s that combination I strive to achieve for and on behalf of all of my clients – no matter how big or small the business. I find that most business owners and managers are looking for something different – results! They need solutions to one or more areas of their business: Increasing your revenue Increasing your business profits Improving your cashflow Protecting your assets Planning for your succession Technologies and legislation are always changing and our businesses move with it however the fundamentals of business are constant. This is a good thing, a natural thing for only those businesses that deserve to exist remain. The other good thing is that regardless of what the economy is doing there are always successful business people; some extremely so. This is the position I like to ensure our clients are in – ensuring they have solid foundations so that they survive and thrive no matter what’s happening in the business environment around them. So whether you have a business idea; a start-up business; are in growth phase; have an established business; looking to expand; have a mature business or are looking to exit there is always a solution that is right for you. The first step to success is getting the right team together because you can’t do it alone. Qualifications Commerce Degree and a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Current roles Director at VBD Chartered Accountants Director at Specialist SMSF Solutions Pty Ltd Director at 10X Newcastle www.10xnewcastle.com.au Director MediWealth www.MediWealth.com.au Past roles Treasurer at Business Charlestown Incorporated Awards 2010 Winner Hunter Business Award – Small Business Excellence 2010 Winner 10X Franchise of the Year – Achievement in Client Acquistion Award 2009 Finalist Hunter Business Award Small Business Excellence 2008 Winner 10X Business Growth Silver Achievement 2007 Winner Rob Nixon Coaching Club Best Implementation

Scott Norrish B Com CA With over ten years experience in public practice accounting, Scott has established a reputation for providing his clients with meaningful and valuable advice, delivered in a manner which is straightforward and understandable. Scott is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and has a strong technical background, particularly focused in the areas of taxation and superannuation advisory, business structuring, strategic planning and commercial advice. Scott has worked with successful business owners across a broad range of industries, and prides himself on being able to provide advice on matters of a technical nature, in a practical and commercial manner. Scott understands that every business is different, and that every business owner has a different philosophy and different requirements. He strives to ensure that he provides valuable services to his clients, which match their specific needs. He believes that the role of a professional advisor is to ensure that the client receives valuable information which allows them to make informed decisions.

Greg Valentine Greg is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants with over 35 years experience in providing business advisory solutions. He has helped hundreds of clients to build their businesses and plan for their business succession whilst ensuring their assets are always protected. Greg has also completed his Diploma of Financial Planning to ensure clients are looked after in the area of wealth accumulation.  Prior to starting his own businesses he worked overseas as a manger for a large UK accounting firm, working closely with major international corporations. Greg understands the workings of major corporations and is able to bring this knowledge to SME clients. As the founder of the business known today as VBD Chartered Accountants he understands the pressures and enjoyment that a business brings to its owners. Greg has always been aware of the partnership that develops between a business advisor and client and is often asked to join regular monthly board meetings to ensure that clients are consistently achieving their goals. This partnership with clients is so important that in the mid 1990’s the business adopted the tag line “Building your business is our business” and this is ingrained in VBD’s philosophy today.