Meet your team

As a former small business owner with experience in plumbing and property development, Nick is driven by a desire to educate like-minded business owners on market options and help them overcome the ongoing challenge of accessing funds across Australia. Having successfully navigated the complexities of securing loans for his development ventures and some business Nick understands the value of a finance broker with an extensive network of lenders and products to adapt to changing circumstances. His involvement with various trades, suppliers, and manufacturers has given him a unique outlook on the diverse needs of businesses. He is passionate about bringing change to this space. Nick looks forward to educating small businesses on available finance options, having witnessed many clients miss growth opportunities due to limited knowledge. Nick understands the challenges faced by the self-employed in securing finance, including issues like incomplete financials, varied trading times, and industry-specific considerations. Nick’s genuine, hardworking, and relatable nature, coupled with a proficiency in numbers makes him an exciting director for Search Commercial & Asset. Beyond the business, Nick enjoys spending time with his two boys, supporting their sporting endeavours, coaching community sports, and revels in beach activities, Nick has a long history actively engaging with the local communities.

Ben’s journey has been marked by excellence, passion, and resilience from a young age. With a background shaped by excelling in various pursuits, Ben recognises the significance of swiftly pivoting and maximising opportunities at the right moment. His adventurous spirit resulted in him spending four years in America pursuing his passion for golf, followed by an opportunity to play professional golf in China, though the onset of Covid prompted a quick change in career direction. Growing up in the beachside town of Robe in regional South Australia, Ben has a passion for providing digital finance solutions to small businesses, bypassing geographical boundaries with a flexible work schedule and regular travel. Since entering the brokerage arena in 2019, he successfully acquired and nurtured a growing brokerage in South Australia, focusing primarily on residential lending. He identified a significant market gap, recognising the need to provide comprehensive finance solutions for small businesses. This led him to collaborate with Nick in creating Search Commercial & Asset. Ben has witnessed the challenges faced by small businesses lacking proper advice, resulting in difficulties obtaining funds, questionable product choices, or relying on online solutions with limited knowledge. He firmly believes that offering the right experience and advice is crucial for SMEs to maximise growth opportunities and overcome short-term hurdles within a timeline that suits their business. Ben personifies resilience, humility, and authenticity. He is committed to providing online services with valuable advice, emphasising the importance of seeking guidance over relying on online searches for financial solutions.

Since 2007, I’ve been helping businesses achieve their financial goals with tailored solutions in business lending and asset finance. With nearly 20 years of experience across multiple industries including civil construction, agriculture, and property development, I understand the unique challenges businesses face. My specialty is designing customized financial strategies, from funding equipment and managing cash flow to refinancing. By building strong relationships, I ensure open communication and practical solutions that drive growth while minimizing risk.