With over 15 years’ experience as a General Manager and Director, GMO’s Managing Director, Damien Newnham is no stranger to captaining a moving vessel.

With extensive experience in the hospitality sector, Damien understands the importance of the moving parts of all businesses, the intricacies of legalities and legislation and most importantly, accurate valuations.

It’s Damien’s vision to not only ensure that GMO continues as Western Australia’s largest and most respected brokerage firm, but that GMO becomes western Australia’s trusted source of business market information and news.

Jim Goodwin is a founding partner of GMO and is regarded as one of the most successful business brokers in WA over the past 30 years.

Jim has successfully negotiated the sale of a huge number of landmark business including the very best wholesale, service, distribution and major retail businesses in WA.

Gary Murphy is one of Australia’s most experienced business agents and has been selling Perth’s best businesses for over 38 years.

Gary began his career in business broking in 1985 with Charthill, a boutique financial planning and business agency in Western Australia. In 1988 Gary and three partners formed Joseph Charles Learmonth Duffy, with Gary as managing partner. JCLD morphed into Goodwin, Mitchell and O’Hehir in 1991 and has gone on to become the largest business broking agency in Perth.

Having sold over 700 businesses, Gary has an expert knowledge of the process and more importantly understands the expectations of both sellers and buyers whether they be corporate or private.

With recent sales as diverse as Griffin Marine, Karratha Machinery Hire, Advanced Autoquip, Fremantle’s premier nightclub, Barchetta, an iconic beach front café; and Newman Tyre and Battery Service, a Pilbara business servicing the mining industry, Gary’s experience can benefit all owners of quality private businesses.

Tony Batista is a full-time business broker currently employed by Goodwin Mitchell OHehir & Associates (GMO) where he has valued and sold businesses for twenty-eight years. During this time Tony has been involved in approximately 496 business transactions and performed business valuations/consultations in over 250 instances. Prior to working with GMO, Tony was a broker with ABPS Business Brokers in Myaree for a period of three years. Before this, he had a business career involving the ownership of three food/grocery retail businesses. Prior to entering the retail industry, Tony was involved in the finance and automotive sectors. Tony was a Senior Lecturer in business broking and business valuation at The Real Estate Institute of Western Australia for many years. He holds a Diploma in Business Management, Certificate IV Qualification in Training and Assessment and also holds a current Triennial Certificate as a Licensed Real Estate and Business Agent. Tony has particular business broking experience in the Transport/Distribution, Manufacturing, Wholesale and Service, sectors and includes sales in retail, childcare and food industries in his industry background.

With close to 30 years Business Broking experience, Con has incredible attention to detail, and knowledge of the buying and selling process when it comes to taking the next steps in your ownership journey.

With such extensive experience, Con has unrivalled insight into all sectors and industries, making him the perfect partner for you when it comes to buying or selling your business.

Awarded the title of Western Australian Business Broker of the year by REIWA in 2001 and with a Bachelor in Psychology Degree and a background in market research and organizational surveys, Con has the skillset and expertise to guide any person through this exciting process.

Con’s Recent Sales Success:

• SOLD: Property Management – $925,000
• SOLD: Licensed Post Office – $330,000
• SOLD: Tavern – $650,000
• SOLD: Service – $2,050,000
• SOLD: Real Estate – $180,000
• SOLD: Service (Oil and Gas) – $5,000,000
• SOLD: Wholesale – $1,630,000
• SOLD: Retail (Clothing) – $160,000
• SOLD: Service – $7,800,000
• SOLD: Service (Earthmoving) – $500,000

Graeme is arguably the most experienced Hospitality and Tourism Sales Consultant in Perth and wider Western Australia. Having personally owned and operated hospitality venues, Graeme’s familiarity with the in’s and out’s of the industry, especially the potential external issues you may face, works to your advantage throughout the selling experience.

Throughout his 32 years of expertise to, he has built up a substantial and considered database of financially qualified and respected investors, developers and owners of hospitality and tourism properties, giving you the absolute edge when considering the sale of your hospitality or tourism property.

Working with dedication, passion and integrity, Graeme is the sound choice when it comes to the sale or leases of any hotel, tavern, motel, resort, nightclub, liquor store, café, restaurant, vineyard, hostel and caravan park in Western Australia.

Ross is a graduate from the University of Western Australia with a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce. Ross is qualified as a Real Estate and Business Agent Sales Representative via REIWA and in 2020 he won the Business Broker’s Rising Star Award.

Ross has experience in business advisory & consultancy roles and has been a business sales agent at GMO for over 6 years. Ross has been guided by the company’s senior brokers and has vast experience in a multitude of SME transactions across a range of industries. Ross takes pride in building mutually beneficial long term relationships and has a passion for delivering successful outcomes for his clients.

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Ross’ Recent Sales Success:

• SOLD: Managed IT Services: $2,150,000
• SOLD: Recycling: $7,600,000
• SOLD: Retail – $2,100,000
• SOLD: Managed IT Services – $2,000,000
• SOLD: Retail – $870,000
• SOLD: Automotive Service & Repair – $670,000
• SOLD: Managed IT Services – $300,000
• SOLD: Construction – $2,250,000
• SOLD: Food Manufacturing – $2,100,000
• SOLD: Fitness Franchise – $180,000
• SOLD: Food Manufacturing – $675,000
• SOLD: Gym – $900,000

Justin Osborn is experienced and accomplished in business with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the broking field. With a strong background in both business ownership, finance and sales, Justin brings a unique perspective to his role, making him a valuable asset to his clients.

Having owned several businesses across diverse industries, ranging from manufacturing to hospitality, Justin understands the challenges and intricacies involved in running a successful business. His firsthand experience provides him with valuable insights into the various aspects of business operations, enabling him to effectively guide his clients through the buying and selling process.

Prior to becoming a business broker, Justin spent many years working in business finance and credit payment platforms. This experience equips him with the ability to analyse financial data, evaluate business valuations, and negotiate favourable deals for his clients.

Complementing his practical experience, Justin holds a bachelor’s degree in Business and Marketing. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in marketing strategies and business development, enabling him to create effective marketing campaigns to attract potential buyers and showcase businesses in the best possible light.

Renzo Deleo has been involved in Perth business broking for 20 years and is widely known for his expertise in the hospitality / cafe / restaurant industries.

Renzo also has started, operated and sold several businesses of his own and has dealt with many wholesalers and manufacturers whilst operating his own businesses.

Stan Smith is a results driven and motivated business analyst here at GMO and a graduate from Curtin University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce with a focus on Marketing, Management and Finance. Stan is qualified as a real estate and business agent representative via REIWA.

Stan is a prominent asset to GMO and works within the Mergers, Acquisition, and SME valuation team. Stan has intelligent financial understanding and consistently showcases clever analytical talents by being able to identify logical strategic growth opportunities within various industries.

All time favourite quote “You are what you do, not what you say”.

A respected Business Broker, Daniel knows the importance of his role when buying and selling businesses. A born entrepreneur, Daniel has extensive experience as a successful business owner, director and franchisee.

With a passion for investment and business analysis, he has an innate ability to identify a business’s strengths and partner it with the correct buyer.

Daniel has a strong interest and proven experience in the private sale, acquisition and divestment of high-market businesses in various sectors.

Experienced hospitality, service and franchise business broker

During his years gaining experience as a Business Broker, Daniel has specialized himself in several areas which makes him the go-to business broker in the hospitality, service and franchise industry. As a franchise business broker Daniel has booked many successes mediating sales between well-known chain companies and ambitious business owners. As a hospitality and service business broker Daniel has a track record of establishing sales which maximizes results for all parties involved. Choosing Daniel as your business broker will guarantee satisfying results.

Elise is qualified as a real estate and business agent representative via REIWA.

Elise works alongside the directors of GMO as Executive Assistant, as well as working as a Registered Broker at GMO.

James Low is a financial consulting professional with over a decade’s experience in providing strategic and financial decision support for Mergers and Acquisitions through analysis and modelling. 

James obtained his Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Western Australia with a specialisation in Finance and has since worked as the Commercial Development Manager at the Y Group (formerly Oakover Group) and as a Mergers and Acquisitions Associate for a boutique investment bank in Perth.

His aim at GMO is to ensure the best outcome for clients on both ends of transactions.

Olivia is a graduate from the University of Melbourne with a Master of International Business and Bachelor of Fine Art. Olivia is our Office Manager at GMO, and assists with day-to-day office operations and marketing for the team.