Our story starts where many business owners find themselves at a crossroads, feeling stuck and unsupported.
You have built something real – but between managing growth, grapple with revenue, cash flow, profitability, people and operational challenges, navigating change, and ultimately, planning an exit that meets your goals, the next step can feel unclear and daunting. That is where we come in.
Our Story
BGES was built on one clear belief
Small and medium businesses deserve more than just advice. They need holistic, pragmatic strategies and tangible actions that achieve real results. Too often, business owners are offered cookie-cutter solutions or short-term, partial fixes that fail to capture the true complexity of their challenges, and ultimately fall short.
We started BGES to change that — delivering clear business and financial roadmaps, paired with hands-on implementation, to drive outstanding outcomes.
Partner with specialists in business growth, future-proofing, and strategic exits.
Our Approach is Simple:
Having a clear business strategy and financial roadmaps as guiding lights to move your business forward
Partner with you to implement the required actions, focusing on low hanging fruits to drive quick results
Create momentum that turns into measurable ROI with an end in mind
Experts Dedicated to Your Business Journey
Business Strategist, Business Growth, Future Proofing and Exit Specialist
Eric Tjoeng
Business Strategist, Business Growth, Future Proofing and Exit Specialist
Eric Tjoeng — Turning Small Medium Enterprise (SME) Potential into Exceptional Results
Business Strategist, Growth, Future Proofing and Exit Specialist
Recognised by The Enterprise World as one of the Top 10 SME Business Advisors to Watch in 2024, Eric Tjoeng helps business owners accelerate growth, strengthen value, and plan successful exits.
As Founder and CEO of a boutique business advisory firm in Sydney – Business Growth and Exit Specialists (BGES), Eric partners with SMEs to overcome growth barriers and achieve measurable, sustainable success through practical, results-driven business strategy, financial roadmap and pragmatic actions.
With over 30 years of hands-on experience starting, scaling, and exiting businesses, Eric brings a real-world, Return On Investment-focused approach that helps businesses grow, systemise, and confidently plan their next chapter—whether that’s expansion, succession, or exit.
Trusted by SMEs across Australia, Eric helps businesses:
- Unlock growth potential and overcome revenue plateaus by creating business growth and financial roadmaps and driving practical transformation actions
- Strengthen profitability, cash flow, and business value
- Build scalable, efficient, and self-sustaining business operations
- Navigate change through strategic transformation and automation
- Knowing and building your business value, plan and execute successful succession or exit strategies and actions
Recognition and Achievements
- Top 10 SME Business Advisor to Watch in 2024 — The Enterprise World
- Top 10 Australian Business Strategist and Expert to Watch in 2021 — The Australian Business Journal
- BGES named Top 10 Strategic Planning Services Companies in Australia (2023) — Business Management Review
- Guided several clients to achieve BRW Fast Starter recognition and business awards
Career Highlights
- Early career with Deloitte Haskins and Sells in Sydney
- Senior executive roles: Jaguar Rover Australia, Avis Australia
- General Manager, Astre Automotive Group with turnover exceeding $1.4 Billion
- Joint CEO, CAD Partners, led 60 Partners across Australia and New Zealand
- Founded Business Growth and Exit Specialists (BGES) in 2015, with a mission to deliver measurable growth outcomes and successful exits for SMEs
Professional Background
- Academic Qualifications: Bachelor of Economics; Graduate Diplomas in Management & Information Technology; MBA; Master of Arts in Business Research; Executive Coaching and Family Business Advisor certifications
- Professional Recognition: Fellow CPA (FCPA); Fellow Institute of Managers and Leaders (FIML)
- Community Leadership: Executive Director & Treasurer of a major business chamber; Judge for local, state, and national business awards
Business Speaker and Thought Leader
A sought‑after business speaker and thought leader, Eric presents on high‑impact SME topics including business growth acceleration, future‑proofing strategies, and exit success. His engaging presentations are grounded in real‑world experience, offering practical insights business owners can implement to drive measurable outcomes
Business Advisory, Management Accounting, Financial Control/CFO
Graham has over 35 years’ experience in the corporate world mostly in Manufacturing and Services sectors. Fulfilled roles including Finance Director, Company Secretary, Financial Controller and Commercial Manager.
For more than ten years, Graham has been assisting SME’s as their CFO/Financial Business Advisor. This involves working on the business with the business owner to initially stabilise the business if required and then work on strategies to grow the business and reach the owners’ goals.
Specialisation:
Developing business strategies
Profit and cash flow improvement
Developing key performance indicators
Business systematisation
Financial control
Accounting services for timely and accurate accounts
Management reporting
Business efficiency software
Business valuation
Business exit
Business Advisory, Management Accounting, Financial Control/CFO
As an MBA qualified advisor to the small business sector, I am a commercially minded and hands-on business mentor with over 15 years’ experience driving the finance function in fast growing private organisations.
What differentiates me to most business consultants/CFO’s is that the majority of my expertise has been acquired through working in growing small businesses and with their owners and managers to overcome the unique challenges they face.
Experience.
My accounting/CFO skills were first developed under the mentorship of a CA working in my family’s wholesale distribution business. Under his guidance I developed into the role of CFO for the business and reshaped the finance function, guiding the business through a rapid growth period via a series of mergers, acquisitions and organic growth over the course of 10 years (2008-2018) and then orchestrated its multi-million-dollar sale in 2018.
As a guide, my core responsibilities as CFO during this time included preparing monthly consolidated accounts and management reports, Managing all Statutory Company & Group compliance obligations, development and enforcement of financial controls including maintaining the chart of accounts and mentoring the Finance, day to day Transactional Accounts & Payroll teams.
Fractional CFO
Over the last 5 years I have been a Fractional CFO to growing SME’s working with a diverse range of businesses of differing sizes across a large range of industries. My main scope of work with these businesses is Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting & Analysis, Cashflow management, Accounting System Implementation & improvements and helping owners manage their financial risk, understand their business better and improve the drivers of their financial performance.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- Finance & Accounting Control, Analysis & Reporting
- Business strategic planning and implementation
- Profit & Cashflow Improvement
- Business Modelling and Scenario Analysis
- Budgeting and Cash Flow Forecasting
- Working Capital & Treasury management
- Process and Systems implementation & Improvement
- Accounts & Office Team Mentoring
- Business Sale/Purchase advice & Due Diligence
Qualifications
- Certified Practising Accountant (CPA)
- Bachelor of Business Management
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Registered BAS Agent
Advanced Technical Skills
ERP’S/SYSTEMS: XERO, Odoo, Microsoft Navision Dynamics, DEAR Inventory, Unleashed, MFGPRO, Dream, Maginus, AS400 & MYOB Account Right, Oracle Netsuite, Reckon, Quickbooks
Business Analytical Tools: Tableau, Filewise, QlikView & PHOCAS
Sales, Marketing and Intellectual Property
George Mavros has been in sales, marketing and distribution, including product procurement, for over 40 years. He has represented companies like Artline Marking Pens, WD40, Armor All, Alcan Aluminium, Barilla Pastas and Spaghetti. He has also sold to Majors in most areas of the marketplace, stationery, confectionery, grocery, hardware, pharmaceutical and government, to name but a few.
He is the author of 3 business books:
Strategic Decision Making “Never Fear a Business Decision Again”
Strategic Negotiations “Never Fear a Salesman Again
Intellectual property ”Hey Look What I made – What Do I do Now?”
He has also serviced the small medium sector for the past 30 years and particularly resonates with the early startup – $3,000,000 size companies that are family orientated.
He created his first product at the age of 11, at the same time as he started his first business venture. George has been involved with Intellectual Property for more than 35 years and since 2006 has been providing IP consulting services to the government, SME’s and multinational trading companies.
He has a down to earth strategic approach to all his consulting projects, recommendations are tailored to individual needs and circumstances.
He has trained in excess of 5,000 people in the art and profession of sales and marketing, including internal sales and customer service.
George has been used on many occasions to train entire sales and admin staff to ensure that each individual person becomes an integral part of a melded team to take the business to the next levels of success.
He can deliver key note and industry topic speeches and presentations, on all his areas of expertise plus he has a number of Motivational and Inspirational talks suitable for any organisation.
George also enjoys being the MC for your business event, where you not only want to entertain but strategically market your business or organisation to the audience.
Specialisations:
- Marketing and sales project management
- Market research
- Strategic Sales and Marketing Plans
- Strategic sales and distribution channels
- Sales process and execution
- Sales and other soft skills business training and coaching
- Personal and corporate motivational training
- Product procurement cost effective overseas outsourcing
- Intellectual property, trademarks and patents
- Business speaking, both on specific topics or motivational / inspirational topics
- Master of Ceremonies for Business and other organisational events
Legal Services
Lina Tjoeng is Principal Solicitor at MLC Lawyers, leading a multi-award-winning practice renowned for delivering excellent legal solutions across immigration, commercial law, wills and estates, and personal injury matters. With extensive experience navigating government and community sectors, Lina is a trusted advisor not only to her clients but also to community leaders and organisations throughout New South Wales.
Driven by a passion for social justice and people development, Lina served as President of the Khmer Community of NSW Inc. from 2007 to 2018, championing initiatives that empowered the Cambodian community both locally and abroad. She continues to support the not-for-profit sector through ongoing Board Advisory roles on a pro bono basis.
Lina’s people-first philosophy ensures every client receives clear guidance, empathetic communication, and tailored support—from first contact through to completion and beyond. She and her team offer multilingual and interpreter services, fostering an inclusive, culturally sensitive environment.
Lina regularly collaborates with leading Barristers on complex matters and partners with international law firms for cross-border issues, ensuring her clients have access to the right expertise and resources.
A proud graduate of Macquarie University, Lina holds degrees in Social Science and Law, as well as a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Sydney College of Law.
Key Services:
- Immigration Law
- Commercial Law
- Wills & Estates
- Personal Injury & Workers Compensation
Digital Strategy
Jason Tjoeng is a seasoned Digital Strategist and Associate Partner at BGES, known for his ability to fuse strategic thinking with real-world business acumen. With over a decade of hands-on experience across digital strategy, content creation, business development, marketing, and sales, Jason brings a commercial mindset to every client engagement.
Throughout his career, Jason has held pivotal roles in sales, business development, and relationship management across industries including legal services, finance, construction, automotive, retail, health and wellness, and e-commerce. He has successfully led national sales teams, expanded market reach, and built high-value client relationships—delivering measurable outcomes in both B2B and B2C environments.
Jason co-founded Turbo-Spec.com, which has grown into the world’s largest online turbocharger community with over 700,000 Facebook followers and a has the ability to reach of more than 10 million people weekly. This success stemmed from his ability to build loyal audiences, engage communities, and convert interest into sustainable business growth.
Alongside his digital ventures, Jason also serves as the Practice Manager and Licensed Conveyancer at MLC Lawyers, where he oversees operations, client service, and team performance. His legal background complements his business development expertise, allowing him to provide commercially sound digital advice with an understanding of compliance, client expectations, and long-term risk management.
At BGES, Jason plays a key role in guiding SMEs through digital transformation, brand growth, and scalable marketing systems. He specialises in crafting strategy that aligns with business goals—whether through lead generation, online optimisation, or sales enablement. Clients value Jason’s practical approach, strong interpersonal skills, and proven ability to translate vision into results.
Key Areas of Expertise and Service:
Business Development & Sales Strategy – Driving client acquisition, revenue growth, and cross-industry market expansion.
Relationship Management – Building long-term, trust-based partnerships across diverse business sectors.
Digital & Social Media Strategy – Creating campaigns that connect with audiences and convert into engagement or sales.
Website Development & SEO – Enhancing online visibility, user experience, and conversion performance.
Content & Brand Positioning – Developing clear, persuasive messaging and standout online identities.
Jason holds a Bachelor of Laws, an Associate Degree in Law, and a Diploma in Business Management. He is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement—and thrives on helping business owners transform their ideas into measurable success.
Legal Services
Experienced Legal Guidance in Estate Planning & Business Law
With over three decades of experience, Martin Collins has been practising as a solicitor since 1986. Based in the heart of Sydney Norwest, Martin offers trusted legal services with a focus on estate planning and business law.
In 2016, Martin earned a Master of Laws (Applied Law) with a specialisation in Wills and Estates, reinforcing his commitment to helping individuals and families secure their future.
Your Partner in Estate Planning
Estate planning is essential—especially for small and medium business owners who want to safeguard their hard-earned assets for future generations. Martin provides tailored advice and legal solutions to ensure your estate is managed according to your wishes, whether you’re planning for the future or navigating unexpected life events.
Key estate planning services include:
- Drafting legal wills and powers of attorney
- Establishing and managing family trusts and discretionary trusts
- Creating Special Disability Trusts to support vulnerable beneficiaries while preserving their government entitlements
Martin also offers trust deed reviews and amendments to ensure your documents remain compliant with current laws and continue to meet your needs.
Business Law Expertise
In addition to estate planning, Martin provides comprehensive legal support for business owners, including:
- Contract drafting and review
- Terms of trade development
- Business sales and acquisitions
Whether you’re starting a new venture or planning for succession, Martin delivers practical legal advice with a personal touch.
Accounting and Taxation
Matthew Lee is the Principal of Lee & Alexander, a chartered accounting firm founded in 1973 and is a long standing member of the Sydney business community providing accounting and business services for over 50 years, working with business clients to provide accounting solutions to help them to meet their compliance obligations and grow their business. We aim to help our clients gain a clear understanding of their financial position and improve their financial literacy. With this foundation, they can become more strategic in their thinking, ask more insightful questions, and ultimately build sustainable businesses that maximise profitability.
Matthew started his career as a cadet with the international accounting firm Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, now known as Deloitte, in their audit division. After becoming a Senior Accountant at Deloitte, Matthew joined Lee & Alexander to gain experience in tax and business services. Through his roles as an auditor, tax agent and business owner, Matthew has developed the ability to analyse businesses in depth, support the improvement of operational processes, and address both tax and accounting matters effectively.
Matthew enjoys using this experience and knowledge to help small business clients, knowing that the success of their business will have a positive impact on their personal life too.
Matthew has been a member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand since 1999. He is also a registered Tax Agent, registered Company Auditor and ASIC agent.
Specialisation:
- Taxation services for small to medium businesses, companies, partnerships, trusts and individuals
- Business structuring
- Company secretarial services
- Self managed superannuation funds
- Business services including preparation of accounts
- Bookkeeping services such as BAS lodgements, payroll processing, payroll tax lodgements and workers compensation declarations.
- Business planning
- Tailored accounting services
IT and AI
Milind is a seasoned IT professional with over three decades of experience in the ever-evolving technology landscape. With a rich background spanning various sectors and industries, Milind brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. Recognising the importance of digital transformation for SMEs, Milind has dedicated several years to assisting businesses on their digital journey.
Milind’s passion is to use technology as a tool to empower businesses, streamline operations, and enhance competitiveness in today’s market. His services, ranging from implementing robust IT infrastructure to advising on software solutions and cybersecurity measures, are designed to help businesses fully exploit the potential of technology.
Milind’s approach is centred around his clients, and he works closely with business owners to develop customised strategies that align with their goals and objectives. Whether optimising processes, integrating digital tools, or navigating the complexities of IT systems, Milind is committed to delivering practical solutions that drive growth and success.
With Milind by your side, you can confidently embark on your digital journey, knowing you have a trusted partner dedicated to your success. Whether you’re looking to modernise your operations, enhance your online presence, secure your digital assets or implement AI strategies, Milind is here to guide you through every step. Experience the transformative power of technology for your business with Milind as your trusted advisor.
Key services:
- IT System Audits & ISO 27001 Consultation— Performing end-to-end audits to pinpoint vulnerabilities, assess control effectiveness, and ensure your systems are resilient, compliant, and ready for growth.
- IT Strategy & Implementation — Crafting visionary yet practical IT roadmaps tailored to your business strategy, then rolling them out seamlessly for maximum impact.
- Software Development (Agile-driven) — Developing custom, high-quality software with agile methodologies; delivering value early and often.
- Digital Consulting & Transformation — Guiding your business through digital evolution—from strategy to adoption—to keep you not just relevant, but ahead in today’s market.
- AI Strategy & Integration — Advising on how to harness the power of AI in practical, business-focused ways
- Zoho Suite Consulting & Automation — Implementing Zoho’s comprehensive suite to streamline operations, automate workflows, and reduce your “too many subscriptions” headache.
- IT Project Management — Leveraging certified expertise to manage IT projects—big or small—with precision, predictability, and a sprinkle of flair.
Whether you’re starting, scaling, evolving, or getting ready for your next chapter
We think beyond the obvious and walk the journey with you.
Awards and Recognitions
