Unlock Hidden Value Before You Exit
We assess your trades business like a buyer would — finding inefficiencies worth $500K-$2M, then implement AI solutions that boost your valuation and give you your time back.
Free 30-minute assessment. No obligation, no sales pitch.
$8,500
Starting Investment
Complete pre-exit optimization audit
90 Days
Full AI Roadmap
30/90/180-day implementation plan
20-25 pg
Professional Report
M&A-grade analysis & recommendations
20-40%
Valuation Increase
$500K-$2M
Value Unlocked
30 Days
To First Quick Wins
M&A-Grade Methodology
Every assessment uses the same rigour as a professional acquisition due diligence process.
Quick Wins in 30 Days
See measurable ROI fast. Our audit clients identify $500K+ in value within the first 2 weeks.
Enterprise Experience
Systems thinking from Canva and KPMG, applied to the trades businesses that need it most.
Brisbane Born & Bred
We know the QBCC requirements, local brokers, and industry networks that make SEQ tick.
Assess Like an Acquirer
We evaluate your operations with the same rigour a sophisticated buyer would use during due diligence.
Implement Practical AI
No vapourware or theory — we deploy proven tools configured for your specific workflows and industry.
Deliver Measurable Results
Every engagement has clear KPIs. You'll see exactly how much time and money we've saved you.
15+
Years Combined Experience
Enterprise Experience, Owner's Mindset
We bring enterprise-grade systems thinking from Canva and KPMG into the trades businesses that need it most. We're not another IT company selling software — we're operational strategists who assess your business the way a sophisticated buyer would, then help you fix what we find.
Our approach combines AI and automation expertise with deep knowledge of essential service businesses. Every engagement starts with an M&A-grade operational audit — the same rigour a professional acquirer would apply during due diligence. We find the 15-25% of profit you're leaving on the table, then implement targeted solutions that deliver measurable results.
The Brisbane Business Exit Accelerator
Whether you're 12 months from exit or just want your business running at peak efficiency — we have a proven package that delivers.
- M&A-grade operational deep-dive
- Queensland business sale benchmark report
- AI implementation priority roadmap (30/90/180 days)
- QBCC transition risk assessment
- 3-month AI tool trial kit
- Buyer-ready operations manual template
Most consultants charge $15-30K for this scope. You get it for $8,500 because we're not just consultants — we're operators who do this work for our own acquisitions.
- Complete Pre-Exit Optimization Audit
- Implementation project management
- Monthly optimisation check-ins (6 months)
- AI workflow builds & team training
- Final buyer-ready package assembly
- Fair Work Act compliance review
- WorkCover Queensland assessment
- Broker introduction & sale preparation
The average client adds $500K-$1.5M in valuation. The $25K investment typically returns 20-60x when you sell.
- Complete audit & implementation
- Full AI transformation delivery
- Operational documentation & systems build
- Key person dependency reduction
- Growth roadmap for new ownership
- Ongoing optimisation through transition
- Performance-based pricing: 10-15% of proven valuation increase
- Aligned incentives — we only win when you win
Zero upfront cost. We invest our expertise and share in the upside. Typically delivers $500K-$2M in valuation increase for businesses valued at $2-5M.
Built for Brisbane's Essential Trades
We specialise in service-based businesses that run on scheduling, compliance, and field operations — the industries where AI automation delivers the biggest impact and the SEQ market needs it most.
HVAC
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Installation, maintenance, and preventative maintenance contracts. With Brisbane's 2032 Olympics infrastructure boom, HVAC businesses with AI-optimised operations will command premium valuations.
Electrical
Commercial Testing & Compliance
Test and tag services, safety inspections, and commercial installation. We streamline compliance reporting, automate certificate management, and build buyer-ready documentation systems.
Building Management
Environmental Monitoring & Energy Efficiency
Air quality monitoring, energy efficiency, and building automation systems. Brisbane's data centre growth and healthcare expansion create massive opportunity for AI-enabled BMS specialists.
Fire Protection
Equipment Installation & Testing
Installation, testing, and compliance management with strict regulatory deadlines. AI-powered inspection scheduling and compliance tracking eliminates the manual overhead that kills margins.
Pest Control
Commercial & Residential Services
Commercial and residential services with recurring preventative maintenance contracts. Route optimisation alone typically saves 15-20% on fuel and labour — straight to your bottom line.
Ideal Client Profile
We work best with established service businesses that are ready to modernise their operations or prepare for exit.
Revenue
$1M - $5M annually
Team Size
5-25 employees
Ownership
Owner-operator or small partnership
Location
Brisbane & Southeast Queensland
From Audit to Quick Wins in 30 Days
Every engagement follows our proven methodology — the same rigour a sophisticated acquirer applies during due diligence, delivered in a timeframe that respects your business.
Operations Deep-Dive
We assess your business the way a buyer would — mapping every process, measuring time and cost, identifying inefficiencies, and quantifying the profit you're leaving on the table. No fluff, just data.
Queensland Risk & Compliance Analysis
QBCC transition risk assessment, Fair Work Act compliance review, and WorkCover Queensland evaluation. We identify the regulatory risks that can derail a sale and build a plan to resolve them.
AI Roadmap & Valuation Impact
We quantify every opportunity — 8-12 specific AI and automation improvements, each with dollar impact, implementation timeline, and priority ranking. You'll see exactly what your business is worth now vs. what it could be.
Implementation & Quick Wins
We don't hand you a report and walk away. Quick wins go live within 30 days. For Exit Acceleration and Partner clients, we stay on to project manage the full implementation and train your team.
We're Not Consultants. We're Operators.
Most consultancies sell software licences and hand you a PDF. We assess your business like we're buying it — because that mindset finds value that surface-level audits miss entirely.
The Acquirer's Perspective
We evaluate your business the way a sophisticated buyer would. This M&A-grade lens catches inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities that standard IT consultancies never look for.
Enterprise Meets Main Street
We bring systems thinking from Canva and KPMG into the trades businesses that need it most. Enterprise-grade strategy, delivered with the practicality that owner-operators demand.
Implementation, Not Just Advice
We don't hand you a report and wish you luck. We build the systems, configure the tools, train your team, and stay until the results are measurable and the adoption is real.
Brisbane Born, Relationship Driven
SEQ is our home market. We know the QBCC requirements, the local broker network, the industry associations, and the businesses that make this region run. We're here for the long term.
QBCC & Compliance Expertise
Licence transition planning, Fair Work compliance, WorkCover assessment — the Queensland-specific risks that can derail a sale. We identify them early and build a plan to resolve them.
Value Whether You Sell or Stay
Our optimisations increase your business value by 20-40% — but they also give you your time back and boost your profit right now. The value is immediate, regardless of your exit timeline.
Ready to see what your business is really worth?
Our free assessment will identify at least 3 areas where AI can save you time, money, and headaches — whether you plan to sell or simply want to work less.
Book Your Free AssessmentBook Your Free Exit Readiness Assessment
In 30 minutes, we'll identify at least 3 areas where AI can save you time and money. No obligation, no sales pitch — just practical insights you can use immediately.
What to Expect
We'll discuss your current operations, identify quick wins, and show you what's possible with the right AI tools. Whether you're planning to exit in the next few years or just want to work less while earning more — this conversation is the first step.
Email Us
hello@luminaventures.com.au
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Not sure if we're the right fit?
If your business runs on scheduling, field teams, and compliance documentation in Southeast Queensland — we almost certainly are. Book a call and find out.