Colby O’Brien is a Partner in our Strategy and Transactions Practice and specialises in our Turnaround & Restructuring Strategy practice. Located in Canberra, Colby has developed a diverse skill set having advised corporates clients, financiers and Government in relation to stressed and distressed assets and businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
Colby’s expertise includes independent business reviews, counterparty risk and project due diligence, refinancing, business improvement / turnaround and insolvency appointments. Colby has extensive experience in aged care, bringing a unique skill set having worked closely with providers, financiers and the Department of Health on various engagements. This experience and knowledge allows each stakeholder to have clear lines of communication and access to the relevant decision makers, maximising the value and outcome for the client.
Value Proposition
- Practical and commercial having operated businesses and stressed assets across the country
- Highly experienced in dealing with complex transactions which require lateral thinking to maximise value and the overall outcome for the client
- Highly experienced working with Commonwealth and State Government, including securing Government financial support for business and asset investments
- Engages quickly and highly responsive to his clients and the transaction timeline
- Honest and open throughout the process
