While companies are in the business of migrating from the UK to Australia, one Australian firm believes this is a two-way street, as they have recently expanded in to the UK.

Ian Innerd, Founder and Director of Identify Executive with over 16 years’ experience, explains, “As a result of the growth we have been experiencing here in Australia, and the strength of synergies between the two countries, it was a logical next step for us to expand our business into the UK and build-up an international Identify Executive identity.”

Identify Executive are specialists in merger and acquisition advice for accounting practice groups and financial planners. As Ian explains, “Our clients are the number one reason we’re in business. We offer a full suite of advisory services for those who are looking to sell, acquire or merge Practices, and know we can help them grow, realise maximum value and inspire them to make smarter business decisions. Their success is our success.”

Identify Executives have a proven track-record in Australia which easily lends itself to the UK market. “I first met Ian when I was considering selling my Practice initially. He sat and talked with me about the prospects ahead of me, without any sales-hype or pressure. He led me through the process, finding a number of people who were interested, then talked me through the offers they made. I was surprised at the level of support and assistance I received from Ian, as having sold a Practice earlier on in my career, this hadn’t been my experience previously.” says Amanda Fisher, Connected Accountants. “I would highly recommend anyone who is considering selling their Practice to speak to Ian, he is genuinely interested in both parties having the best outcome.”

In order to assist with their launch into the UK, Identify Executive have brought in Chris Blakey as Managing Partner for the UK, which is clear evidence of the international presence both he, and they, have garnered over the years, and hope to build upon.

Chris Blakey has worked in Financial markets since 1996, having worked in Asia, Europe and North America, attesting the fact he is ideally placed to lead the international expansion; and with his experience of helping corporations raise capital for funding growth and acquisitions, he fits nicely into the Identify Executive vision.

Ian goes on to say, “From the initial stages of identifying suitable targets, to assessing market conditions, due diligence, price valuations, and closure of a deal, Identify Executive is there every step of the way to ensure clients make business decisions based on the best strategic advice. Within his background, Chris is perfectly suited for us to make our mark in the UK.”

Adhering to the highest standard of professionalism Identify Executive have established in Australia will add increased value and quality the UK market will quickly gain confidence in, as they replicate the business across the other side of the world.