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2023 schedule and agenda

08:00am - 08:50am

Registration & networking

08:50am - 08:55am

MC Welcome

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
08:55am - 09:00am

Principal Partner Welcome: Grow Finance

Grow Finance
Grow Finance
09:00am - 09:15am

Transactional to sustainable: The business model for brokers to service all their SME clients’ needs

Why SMEs?

Get your Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) Broker Bootcamp started with a BANG!

Challenge your thinking as to what’s possible and gain insights on how to do so.

Reinvest time back into your business focusing on the right clients and the right tasks, build a sustainable income flow and get off the commission rollercoaster, and increase your revenue per client.

Post-session, participants will be provided a link to download a calculator to convert their commission income into an hourly rate and a checklist of initiatives to create capacity and become an SME-focused broker. Now you can truly value your time and how you spend it.

Hear direct from Trent

Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
09:15am - 09:45am

Be a problem solver: The secret to building a profile as a finance specialist for SMEs

Awareness

Attention Australian mortgage brokers! Are you looking to expand your skills in SME financing but don’t know how to attract the right clients?

Look no further than this workshop!

Develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges facing your SME clients and become their ultimate partner on their path to success.

Here’s what you can expect to take away:

  • An in-depth understanding of your SME clients’ needs
  • The knowledge to be an essential partner on their journey to success
  • The ability to sell solutions, not just products

This interactive workshop will include group discussions and hands-on activities to help you apply what you learn.

Don’t miss this chance to establish yourself as a trusted adviser in the SME finance space. Join us and start paving the way to a brighter future for your clients!

Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
09:45am - 09:50am

Fireside: Auzcap

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
09:50am - 10:15am

Morning tea & networking

10:15am - 10:20am

Fireside: Lumi

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
10:20am - 10:35am

What’s the story: How to quickly dissect the data and uncover the real story of your client

Lodgement: Part 1

Based on a real-life case study, participants will work together to:

  • Understand the client’s story
  • Interpret the financials and connect to the client’s strategy and long-term goals
Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
10:35am - 10:40am

Principal Partner Fireside: Grow Finance

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
John Sgambelluri
John Sgambelluri
Partner,
Accendo Financial
10:40am - 11:05am

Sell the story: How to present the deal to gain support

Lodgement: Part 2

How do you qualify a deal, effectively and efficiently, to obtain indicative support?

This session will expand on our case study and build an effective deal discussion paper you can use to:

  • Answer the question of: Is this a deal?
  • Explore the appetite and funding options from potential lenders!
  • Develop a solid base you can easily transition into a credit memorandum
  • Transition to a client mandate letter and fee
John Sgambelluri
John Sgambelluri
Partner,
Accendo Financial
Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
11:05am - 11:30am

Bring the story to life: The fine art of crafting a compelling credit proposal

Lodgement: Part 3

This session will explore the elements of a winning credit proposal – one that will:

  • Present your client in the best possible terms, helping them gain access to the capital they need at the right price
  • Reduce rework by front footing all the elements a lender will consider in a credit decision
  • Speed your time towards gaining approval

Hear direct from John

John Sgambelluri
John Sgambelluri
Partner,
Accendo Financial
11:30am - 11:35am

Fireside: MortgageEzy

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
11:35am - 12:05pm

Panel: Where to from here? How to find the right lending partner for your client

You have a deal that ready to take to market but who do you speak to first. Hear from key lending partners to find out what their data is telling brokers?

  • Which industries are presenting as high risk and which are in high demand?
  • What lending trends are emerging in 2023
  • Where the lenders sit in the SME lending landscape.

Key Takeaways

  • Capitalise on database opportunities through a deeper understanding of SME trends.
  • Recognise which sectors are favoured by lenders and ones to be wary.
  • Master the art of positioning your SME clients for loan success
  • Tap into a wealth of resources for finding the right funding solution for your SME clients

Join us for this exclusive opportunity to gain an advantage in the lending world and help your SME clients thrive, no matter the industry.

Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
12:05pm - 12:10pm

Fireside: Bank of Queensland

Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
12:10pm - 12:25pm

Panel: There has to be a better way – embracing technology to enhance lending outcomes.

Learn how leading technology platform Providers iDutch, Cito+ and LMG are helping brokers tackle SME transactions and find solutions faster

  • Importance of keeping up to date with accessible technologies and platforms
  • Where technology can save time and help generate revenue
Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
12:25pm - 01:10pm

Lunch & networking

01:10pm - 01:20pm

Panel: Private lending 101

Ready to unlock the full potential of private lending? Hear from successful private lenders for an in-depth look into the private lending landscape.

Learn about the latest trends and discover effective strategies for finding private borrowers, as well as tips for avoiding common pitfalls in cash flow analysis.

With real-world case studies and actionable takeaways, this session will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in private lending.

Key takeaways:

  • Discover the latest trends and insights in private lending
  • Learn to identify red flags in cash flow analysis and avoid costly mistakes
  • Develop effective strategies for finding private borrowers and building your network
  • Gain practical tips and case studies from successful private lending transactions

Join this session and master the expertise and knowledge needed to thrive in the lucrative private lending industry.

Hear direct from Stuart

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
01:20pm - 01:35pm

From one-hit wonder to greatest hit: Maximising your value as an SME-focused broker

Nurture: Part 1

After having discovered how to find and write business loans, what’s next? In this session we will explore the genuine value of diversification through nurture.

Showcasing a real brokerage case study, we will lay out the financial benefits of meeting your client’s every need, and you’ll learn where that value sits in your business today.

Trent Carter
Trent Carter
Partner,
Accendo Financial
01:35pm - 01:50pm

Loan forecasting model: Modelling your client’s every lending need

Nurture: Part 2

Where next? In this final session, learn how to use a simple financial tool to help clients understand the pros and cons of every business decision.

Using historical data, you will learn how to share this simple but powerful tool with SME clients.

Help business owners make informed business decisions, become a partner on their journey to success, and stand out as the finance professional of choice.

John Sgambelluri
John Sgambelluri
Partner,
Accendo Financial
Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
01:50pm - 01:55pm

Fireside: CAFBA

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial
01:55pm - 02:00pm

MC close

Stuart Donaldson
Stuart Donaldson
Partner,
Accendo Financial