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The biggest threat to a trade business's profit usually isn't a lack of work - it's the dozens of small, everyday breakdowns (missed info, poor scheduling, incomplete job notes, delayed invoicing) that quietly compound until they show up on the P&L with no obvious cause. In this episode, Stefan sits down with Milan Kumar from Simpro to unpack why growth outpaces a business's ability to "remember what it knows about itself," where trade businesses are unknowingly leaking money, and how Simpro's new AI layer - Simpro Lightning - is designed to close those gaps without asking owners to change how they run the business.

Daniel Suter started AED Project Services - a Brisbane-based commercial electrical construction company - with himself and one apprentice in 2021. Today the business has roughly $20 million in secured work booked through to late 2027, and is scaling its team from around 10 people to approximately 35. In this Spotlight Session, Stefan Kazakis sits down with Daniel - a Business Benchmark Group Legacy Advisory client since January 2025 and winner of the 2025 BBG Leadership Transformation Award — to unpack what actually has to change inside a founder before the business can grow underneath them. It's a grounded, practical conversation about delegation, standards, cash flow discipline, and letting go of control without losing quality.

In this exclusive Spotlight Session, Stefan Kazakis, Founder of Business Benchmark Group, sits down with Matt Adams, Founder of Tradie Wraps, to explore one of the most underutilised marketing assets in any trade or service business: the vehicle fleet.

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Spotlight Sessions - Podium by Business Benchmark Group

In this exclusive Spotlight Session, Stefan Kazakis, Founder of Business Benchmark Group, sits down with Jim Koumides, Director of GK Financial Services, to explore one of the most overlooked challenges facing founder-led business owners: turning business success into personal wealth. Together, they unpack why strong revenue, healthy profits and years of hard work do not automatically translate into financial freedom, and what founders must do to build wealth beyond their business.

From the Tools to a Legacy: How Grant Chugg Built a Business That Runs Without Him by Business Benchmark Group

Spotlight Session - Farzin Hesari from LINK Business Brokers by Business Benchmark Group

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Spotlight Session - Matt Adams from Tradie Wraps by Business Benchmark Group

Spotlight Session - Neill Myers from EngineRoom by Business Benchmark Group

Welcome to the Business Benchmark Group Podcast, where we celebrate the remarkable achievements of businesses shaping their industries. Join host Stefan Kazakis as he explores the inspiring journey of Ethan Chittick, CEO of B&E Built, a commercial carpentry company that skyrocketed from apprenticeship roots to surpass $5 million in revenue within their first year. Discover how Ethan and his team navigated challenges, embraced strategic growth, and utilized essential tools like default diaries and cash flow forecasts provided by Business Benchmark Group. Gain insights into their transformative success and learn valuable lessons on resilience, strategy, and sustainable growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur or business enthusiast, this episode offers profound insights into achieving and surpassing business goals.

Join us as we delve into the true value of time with Craig Waldron from Cortrols Temperature Systems. Craig shares insights on how time management extends beyond business productivity to enhancing personal well-being and family life. Discover practical strategies Craig adopts, influenced by Business Benchmark Group, to prioritize health, family time, and meaningful experiences. Tune in to gain actionable tips for achieving a harmonious work-life balance.

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Adams, founder and CEO of Tradie Wraps, Melbourne’s leading vehicle branding specialist. Matt shares his journey from starting Tradie Wraps in 2005 to becoming a trusted partner for tradies and construction businesses across Victoria. Learn how his innovative vehicle wraps act as mobile billboards, elevating brand visibility and creating lasting first impressions. From overcoming industry misconceptions to the importance of quality materials and lifetime warranties, Matt delves into how Tradie Wraps combines cutting-edge technology and customer-first solutions to deliver impactful results. Whether you’re a start-up tradie business or scaling an established fleet, discover invaluable insights on how vehicle branding can be a game-changer for your business. Tune in for expert advice, inspiring success stories, and actionable tips to drive your business to new heights—literally!

In this special episode, we sit down with Josh Dobija, founder of Dobija Creative and one of our 2024 Business of the Year awardees at The BBG Summit. Josh shares his remarkable journey from a small, results-oriented business to an industry leader in design and signage, driven by a laser focus on specialisation and growth. Tune in as he discusses the strategies that transformed his business, the importance of focusing on core strengths, and the lessons learned along the way. This episode is packed with inspiration for business owners looking to streamline, scale, and achieve sustainable success.