what our clients say
PRODUCERS OF MCLAREN VALE
This proudly South Australian company produces organic, dry grown fruits for flavoursome wine, olive oil, preserves, vinegar and apple cider. Owners David Arbon and Tori Moreton also operate a wine and food tourism business, inspiring their guests to create and enjoy food and wine.
“I have known and worked with Bob for many years, both during his management of my audio production company and the set up phase of Producers of McLaren Vale, now a well established McLaren Vale business. I have been both his employer and client and I must say that in any capacity, his work ethic, trustworthiness and common sense approach to business is outstanding. Bob really does commit to your business as if it were his own. With Bob’s expertise on my team, I could get on with core business activities having full confidence that everything else was in hand.
I particularly value the support Bob provided in most aspects of the sale and transition of Allpro Audio over a 12-month period. I know Deborah well also and have appreciated her encouragement of our current enterprise.
I see bizology as a product of Deborah and Bob's collective experience and passion for seeing small businesses succeed. I would recommend bizology to any small business, whether they need a little or a lot of extra support.”
David Arbon, Owner - Producers of McLaren Vale
SHEPPARD ASSOCIATES
Dr Terence Sheppard is a business consultant with more than 20 years experience assisting managers all over the world to create more successful organisations. In 1984 he founded Sheppard Consulting Group, which he built into a major consultancy employing more than 50 staff with offices in Adelaide, Sydney and Hong Kong.
At Sheppard Associates, he provides consulting services to Australian, regional and global clients in Organisational Development, Talent Management and Leadership Development. Dr Sheppard holds degrees in economics, psychology and education, is a qualified psychologist, and teaches regularly in executive education programs. His business experience and academic background make him a popular speaker and seminar leader.
"Deborah is an essential part of my current business model, offering both senior management input and practical day-to-day finance and administrative support. We have had a long association and whether as employer, client or most importantly as a colleague, I have thoroughly enjoyed our business journey together over many years.
Deborah has a deep understanding of the challenges facing small business, especially during various business life cycles and transitional points, and possesses particular strengths in governance, compliance, HR and finance. She has personally managed the sales, mergers and transitions of several small businesses, including my own. She achieves this with impressive project management skills and a strongly consultative and calm personal approach.
As a client, I have always found Deborah to be available, committed and trustworthy, and discrete with confidential or sensitive information.
I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending bizology to other small business owners and would be delighted to speak with potential customers who seek reassurance about bizology’s capabilities and key strengths.”
Dr Terence Sheppard, Business Consultant and Director - Sheppard Associates