Testimonials
Listen to what Rob Nixon, a leading speaker and business developer has to say about VBD Chartered Accountants.
“Why were we working so hard and not making any money? VBD’s suggestion to improve our business was their Business Building Program. It was hard but we started looking at our business in a completely different way. It’s not just about getting the job done anymore. Now we have an action plan that is revised monthly with VBD, we have set a budget for the first time in 15 years, employed more staff and increased our turnover. We are now running a more professional business and are more in tune with our clients. Now we are excited again about our business and where it is heading. So far this financial year has been our best EVER. It’s nice to know, as a business owner, that we have someone to keep us motivated and focused on our goals. Thanks VBD for everything. Your “Raving Fans”! Phillip & Reneelle King, TransCool NSW Pty Ltd.
“Denton Engineering is currently taking advantage of the Business Building Review service provided by VBD Chartered Accountants. VBD and Denton Engineering regularly work together to implement best-practice strategies to ensure that customers receive the best quality outcomes 100% of the time. Denton Engineering believes that the key to a successful business is to focus on the value you provide to your customers above all else.” Michelle Denton, Denton Engineering.
"Having recently completed a profit planning session we are now prepared for the next financial year and beyond. I was very impressed with the amount of detail, time and effort provided they really got inside our business; asking all the right questions. I am more than happy to recommend Troy and the team at VBD and look forward to continuing our partnership into the future." Mat Webber, Director, Engineroom Design Co.
“Soon after we bought our business we realised that our current accountant was not proactive enough for our needs and very conservative in their thinking. They waited for us to come to them. When we were initially approached by VBD, it was to some extent a leap of faith as to how they would be different. The VBD team have been amazing. VBD has been a valuable asset to our business in our decision making. Not only do VBD ‘do our books’, they help develop our business with budgets and regular meetings as we need them, and through their association with 10X’s time management and business growth tools.”
John Manning, Managing Director, Building Component Sales.
“As a start up business we have been delighted with the professional advice Scott Norrish and the team at VBD have provided. Scott guided us through the challenging process of setting up the business structure and accounts to ensure they are appropriate for our new business. We were referred to VBD by another satisfied customer, Lake Group Strata, and are happy to endorse VBD to other businesses both small and large. It is great to be associated with a local business supporting other local businesses with effective professional advice”
Phil Duvollet, Managing Director, SailTime Lake Macquarie.
“I would just like to follow up in writing my sincere thanks and appreciation for the advice I received from VBD in our ‘Budget Session’ this month. In the nine years I have had my own business this was by far the best advice I have ever received from anyone of an accounting nature. The session drew my attention to many aspects of my business that have not been touched on before and because of this, I now have procedures in place to ensure my business’s future success.”
Wendy Green, Director, Wow Factor Design
“We are pleased to be associated with VBD as Scott Norrish has been doing our accounting work for the past 8 years. Scott has a good grasp of our business that allows him to give sound accounting and taxation advice”
Gordon Ormiston, Simons Carpet Choice.
After attending a 'Strategic Business Building Preview'
"This workshop is extremely relevant. It's a must for anyone who had doubts about their accountant."Fiona Latham-Cannon, Lathams Music
"This seminar made me wake up, and listen about what business is about"
David McKay, The Jewellery Affair
"This seminar is straight to the point. Relevant information out forward and good explanations"
Lorraine Berry, Lake Macquarie Conveyancing
"Interactive, humerous and informative. The seminar is delivered in an easy to understand manner with simple terminology"
Pamela Roche, Targeted Business Solutions
“Following a recent demonstration from VBD, we asked them to conduct a 'Business Building Review' for our company. The review highlighted several areas where very minor changes can result in major increases to our bottom line. The other significant factor from the review is changing our focus from chasing volume sales to concentrating on quality sales. We would recommend this program to any company that wants to improve their performance without making any drastic changes.”
Martyn Finlay, Managing Director, A&D Lifting Equipment & Services – Thornton
After attending 'Self-managed Superannuation Funds - Gearing for Property Purchases'
"This is the best information I've seen on the subject. If you are interested in finding out more about a SMSF, this seminar is a must"Bryce Gibson, L J Hoooker Cessnock
" If you’re a business owner, take the time to attend this seminar. It introduced options and helped me realise the long term benefits of a SMSF"
Dan Pederson, Ecobiological
"The seminar is professional, not too long, and very well structured"
Kristy Peters, Ecobiological
“After attending a superannuation seminar at VBD, I decided to have VBD prepare a feasibility analysis and give the strategy of a Self Managed Super Fund my full consideration. The presenter had a very good knowledge of the subject and the content was highly relevant”
Brian Wilson – Ecotone Ecological Consultants
"Anyone approaching 50 and looking to build their wealth should attend this seminar"
Hugh Reedman, Connect Group
"This seminar provides a good intro and information into property and SMSFs"
Greg Thornton, Crest Financial
"The presenter in personable, which meant we had the opportunity to ask specific questions"
Colin Skeen, Australia Post
"Small group was excellent"
Max McCorkell, C + M Investments Pty Ltd
After attending 'Self Managed Super - Is it right for me?'
"Friendly informative setting, very helpful. This seminar is certainly worth coming to"James Williams, Williams Bodyworks
"This seminar answered many of my questions and gives me the confidence to go ahead with a SMSF - it's a must to attend!"
Bruce Taylor, Hair on Tudor
"The presenter directed the presentation to individuals requirements - it’s a great introduction to SMSFs"
Andrew Chapman, Austpower Engineering
"A great seminar - practical insights shone through"
Steve Maxwell, Qmaster Limited
"The seminar highlighted what a fund can actually invest in, and the benefits of pre-retirement"
Cathy and Stephen Adamczyk, Katie's Treasures
"This was a practical display of how it [SMSF] works and the potential"
Kaylene Hanwright, Eye Catching Portraits
"Short, concise and informative"
Michael O'Brien, Bureau Veritas - ARIS
"Entertaining, interesting handouts and relevant examples. Overall - a good picture of SMSFs and the future for me personally"
Katherine Smith, Mcdonald Johnson Lawyers
"Very informative and easy to understand - I would recommend anyone attend"
Kellie Ross, Mcdonald Johnson Lawyers
After attending 'Breakthrough Selling Strategies for Today's Market'
“Great presentation!! Informative, extremely relevant, empowering and very entertaining! I now feel I’ve gained some winning strategies to improve and develop my business!”Liz Hills, Stuart and Dunn Office Choice.
“The event highlighted many areas of weakness in my business and suggested a range of strategies to develop my business potential.” Simon Beverage, Australian Construction Training
“It has given my team so much to consider and implement into our every day processes. What an opportunity!”
Steve Anastasi, Adtech Eco.
“Professional presentation with excellent information/direction for the current real estate market”
Gerry Edger, Real Estate Newcastle.
“Simply put, I enjoyed the whole seminar”
Peter Kirkwood, Kirkwoods Institute of Karate.
