Catching Up With CUB

In Episode #301 of Catching Up with CUB, Daniel sits down with Farid Zaki, Founder and Managing Director of ATP Accounting & Taxation Professionals, to unpack how proposed Federal Budget changes could impact Australian business owners. With 32 years of experience in accounting, Farid breaks down the proposed changes to trusts and business structures, what they could mean for the way business owners manage and distribute profits, and why getting the right advice will become increasingly important. Daniel and Farid also discuss negative gearing, the growing interest in commercial property, cash flow versus profit, managing costs and how businesses can respond when economic conditions become more challenging. Rather than sitting on the sidelines, Farid explains why periods of uncertainty can create opportunity for businesses prepared to adapt, invest strategically and strengthen their operations. A practical conversation on navigating change, protecting your business and making smarter financial decisions in a shifting economic environment.

In this episode, Daniel sits down with Australia's Shadow Treasurer, Tim Wilson, for an exclusive conversation on the Federal Budget, Australia's economic future and what he believes needs to change to restore opportunity for ambitious Australians. From the Federal Government's proposed tax changes and housing affordability to productivity, migration and small business, Tim shares why he believes the latest budget could make it harder for Australians to get ahead, and outlines the Opposition's approach to supporting investment, entrepreneurship and economic growth. Daniel and Tim also discuss the role entrepreneurs play in growing the economy, why some business owners are considering expanding overseas, and provide an inside perspective on the ideas, challenges and policy debates shaping Australia's economic future. Whether you're building a business, buying your first home or simply interested in where Australia is heading, this episode provides a unique perspective on some of the biggest economic and policy decisions shaping the country's future.

Daniel is catching up with Brett Goodyer, Founder of Business Valuations Online and one of Australia's leading SME valuation experts. Brett has valued thousands of businesses, helping owners understand what their business is really worth - and how to increase it. Daniel and Brett break down how valuations actually work, the biggest mistakes that destroy value, and the simple levers that increase profit and reduce risk. If you plan to sell one day - or buy - this episode is essential listening. Exclusive Offer for our Listeners Nathan Soti from Ethos360 is offering Catching Up with CUB listeners a pay-only-when-successful recruitment model with no upfront risk. 📧 Email [email protected] with the subject line "CUB Community" to access it. Your Free CUB Subscription Subscribe free to CUB for monthly invites to Australia's best business events, full access to Mark Bouris' private CUB interview, and practical lessons from leading Aussie entrepreneurs at cub.club/subscribe.

Daniel is catching up with Cynthia Payne, Founder and Managing Director of Anchor Impact Group. Cynthia shares her journey from nurse to CEO at 33, leading a major aged care business for 16 years before building a multi-brand advisory group focused on governance, strategy, and CEO excellence. Daniel and Cynthia talk about taking risk as a founder, leading through complexity, and why great leadership is ultimately about people, clarity, and building organisations that last. Exclusive Offer for our Listeners Nathan Soti from Ethos360 is offering Catching Up with CUB listeners a pay-only-when-successful recruitment model with no upfront risk. 📧 Email [email protected] with the subject line "CUB Community" to access it. Your Free CUB Subscription Subscribe free to CUB for monthly invites to Australia's best business events, full access to Mark Bouris' private CUB interview, and practical lessons from leading Aussie entrepreneurs at cub.club/subscribe.

Daniel catches up with David Aherne, Founder and CEO of Across the Ocean Shipping. Over the past two decades, David has built the global freight and logistics company into a multi-country business turning over tens of millions, with teams across Australia and the US. Daniel and David unpack the realities of scaling internationally, how to build trust and long-term relationships in complex industries, and the leadership lessons that apply to any business navigating growth, disruption, and constant change.

Daniel catches up with Mia Vicary, Founder and Managing Director of Media In Action, the integrated marketing and PR agency redefining how brands grow. A former journalist turned founder, Mia built her business on the belief that PR, digital, paid media, and social only work when they work together - earning her the 2025 CUB Young Member of the Year Award. Daniel and Mia dive into why PR alone is no longer enough, how brands can turn credibility into conversion, and the realities of leading a boutique agency through rapid change, people challenges, and growth without compromising standards or values. Exclusive Offer for our Listeners George Hanna, founder of HD IT and trusted IT partner to countless CUB Members, is offering a FREE IT audit to our listeners: 📧 Email [email protected] and quote "CUB Community" to redeem.

Daniel catches up with Nima Kermani, Founder of Kermani Capital, a property and finance group helping Australians build scalable wealth through lending, buyer's advocacy, and smart structuring. By 27, Nima had built a 9-property portfolio of his own and helped clients secure more than $500 million in deals. Daniel and Nima unpack how to grow a portfolio fast, the mindset and discipline behind early investing, and why a vertically integrated approach gives everyday Australians a clearer, smarter path to long-term wealth. Exclusive Offer for our Listeners George Hanna, founder of HD IT and trusted IT partner to countless CUB Members, is offering a FREE IT audit to our listeners: 📧 Email [email protected] and quote "CUB Community" to redeem.

Daniel catches up with Lachlan Vidler, Founder & Director of Atlas Property Group - one of Australia's leading investment-only buyer's agencies helping Australians grow their wealth through property. A former academic turned property strategist, Lachlan is also the resident expert on Channel 9's Budget Battlers and author of the best-selling book A Military Guide to Property Investing. Daniel and Lachlan explore the reality of Australia's housing crisis, what's driving property prices up, and how everyday Australians - and especially business owners - can still build long-term wealth through smart, strategic investing. Exclusive Offer for our Listeners CUB member Gael Donnay, Founder of StepInsight, is offering an exclusive deal to our listeners: Receive a complimentary 1-hour AI Consultation with one of StepInsight's experts and uncover real AI opportunities, review your biggest operational challenges, and discuss practical solutions you can implement straight away. Email [email protected] with the subject line "CUB Community" to claim your free consultation today.