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Business Development

Helping regional businesses and farms turn ambition into action—hands-on practical support to give you the capacity for confident growthShape

 

Small businesses and farms are the backbone of Australia.

Nearly 70% of us work in one. Yet many owners and farmers are so busy running their business, they rarely get the time or support to step back and plan for the future. Business plans, strategic thinking, risk management, and operational clarity often fall by the wayside. Without a clear roadmap, businesses can stall during growth, overlook risks, or miss out on vital funding opportunities—affecting not just their success, but the strength of our regional communities. 

That’s where we come in. We provide practical, hands-on advisory that helps businesses make confident decisions, grow sustainably, and stay ahead in changing markets. We bridge the gap between ambition and action—so regional businesses – and their owners – can thrive, not just survive.

 

What we offer YOU

This service includes:

  • Business plans, from a plan-on-a-page through to comprehensive business plans to support additional investment 
  • Business analysis and planning, helping you with strategic clarity 
  • Operational analysis, process improvement, and risk mitigation Support with financial modelling, marketing strategy, and customer growth 
  • Tools, templates, and clear documentation — tailored to your business 
  • Hands-on capacity support to help you get things done 

We also coordinate with other NEX services — such as Grant and Funding Assistance, Financial Solutions and Business Coaching & Mentoring — to ensure your plans are fundable, financially sound, and you develop the capabilities to achieve them. 

Who is this service for?

This service is designed for:

  • Regional SME Owners: Small to medium business owners in rural and regional areas seeking structured support to scale, stabilise, or transform operations

  • Sector Operators in Manufacturing, Retail, Tourism & Services: Businesses needing help with growth strategy, funding applications, or repositioning in competitive markets 

  •  Decision-Makers Facing Operational Pressure: Leaders juggling cash flow challenges, inefficiencies, or unclear market pathways — and needing practical, hands-on support 

  •  Grant-Eligible Businesses: Enterprises requiring planning and documentation to meet funding or investment criteria and unlock growth opportunities 

  •  In – not on: Business owners that have a good business but they’re ‘stuck’ working “in” the business and not working “on” the business, they need trusted support to get things done 

We act as your temporary capacity — helping you deliver the outcomes you want, with the expertise you need. 

Why choose NEX

NEX is a not-for-profit organisation with almost 40 years of experience helping businesses in regional Victoria. We combine strategic thinking with practical delivery — and always put your outcomes first.

 

Our team brings real-world experience, including: 

  • Current and former and business owners who’ve built and sold successful businesses 
  • Leaders who’ve turned around underperforming businesses into highly profitable ones 
  • Deep commercial, financial, and operational expertise from small business to commercial scale 

We’re impartial, experienced, and grounded in what works — helping you create plans that are practical, fundable, and achievable. 

  • Transparent pricing and no commissions 
  • Strong local knowledge with national-level capability 
  • Proven success across sectors and business types 
  • Flexible delivery via in-person meetings, supported by phone, web and video conferencing 

What makes us different 

Many advisory services stop at advice. With NEX Business Development services, we roll up our sleeves and get the work done.

  • Hands-on support, not just advisory: 
    We don’t just suggest what you should do — we help make it happen. We act as your extended capacity, bringing capacity and expertise to support real implementation. 
  • Tailored delivery for where you are now: 
    Whether you need a simple business plan or a deep dive into growth strategy and KPIs, our tiered packages let you choose the level of support that matches your goals. 
  • Practical strategy built from experience: 
    We’ve built, scaled, sold, and turned around businesses — and we bring that lived experience to every engagement. 

  

LET'S TALK

Based in Gippsland. Supporting small businesses across regional Victoria. 

Book a free 15-minute discovery call to explore how we can support your next step. 

NEX – Grow confidently. Plan clearly. Get the help you need to take your business to the next level.

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