Testimonials
"I had been looking for a suitable business advisor for years, had tried many different people and spent lots of money, without anyone actually answering the specific questions I had regarding my business. I struggle keeping on top of financials and honestly found it to be very daunting, however, since seeing Philippa, I have gained confidence and knowledge in this aspect of my business. Not only has she made sense of everything for me, but also explained it to me in terms I understand and given me the tools to be able to manage it myself. I could not recommend her highly enough and just wish I had found her earlier."
Tania Differding, co-owner and director, Achtung Campers
"Philippa has helped me focus on my business more effectively. Our regular meetings have helped to create more positive and successful outcomes. I think Philippa has an easy communication style which makes the whole process easier."
Mandy Lovett, owner and director, Eye Gallery optometrists & fashion eyewear
"Philippa showed excellent analytical skills, great attention to detail, ability to work a project from start to finish, always adhering to our objectives, operating with the minimum of supervision and support, and good follow up post project to ensure we were satisfied with the work and targets were met."
Peter Dorling, Business Manager at Avalon Airport
"Philippa was engaged as our consultant on the SuccessMap program. She asked all the hard questions, making Leon and I search our market position, understand our finance and resource management of our business more thoroughly than we ever have before. Thank you for your great understanding, assistance and business acumen. We look forward to continuing to work with you to achieve our business goals in 2016 and beyond."
Briony Darcy, principal and co-founder, de atelier architects
"Having worked along side Philippa, I have seen first hand the way Philippa observes, provides analysis and solutions and then follows up to achieve positive results."
Barry Allen, divisional director at GForce
"Having exceptional interpersonal skills, Philippa was the greatest asset to the program. Hands on management accounting skills were invaluable in accelerating our business plan and making us accountable for ensuring items on our 'to do' list were achieved in a timely manner. Clarity in direction and peace of mind for a husband and wife business team."
Amanda Ferry, director at GOOP websites
"I have been working with Philippa Bakes as part of the state government SuccessMap program. Philippa has been excellent in assisting me in analysing my business, the market and developing a plan forward to achieve my goals. Her professional approach and wealth of experience has been extremely useful for my business and me personally. I look forward continuing to work with Philippa in driving my business to greater success."
Renato Trentin, Managing Director at Geelong Telephone Company
"I feel like the whole program so far has been enlightening and a wonderful way for me to learn about my business today and for tomorrow. Philippa was also very knowledgeable and warm and understanding. It has been great, feeling inspired, thank you Philippa!"
Petra Joly, Managing Director at Newtown Natural Fertility & IVF Support
"Philippa provided excellent advice on ways the business could progress in a very competitive market. Philippa was not only a wealth of business knowledge, but the way she conveyed necessary information was in a friendly and professional manner. Philippa displayed empathy and guidance during the entire process. Philippa was always prepared to go the extra mile with advice and assistance. The results that Philippa produced were precise, concise and to the point, and in an easy to read and understand format. I have no hesitation in recommending Philippa to any business, large or small."
Brad Keating, Manager at Clearwater Property Care (social enterprise)
"Philippa Bakes has been a wealth of knowledge and very supportive to help me come up with a very strong overall business plan. I can't speak highly enough of Philippa and her contribution to our organisation."
Rikki Raadsveld, CEO at Rainbow Riders
"I had been looking for a suitable business advisor for years, had tried many different people and spent lots of money, without anyone actually answering the specific questions I had regarding my business. I struggle keeping on top of financials and honestly found it to be very daunting, however, since seeing Philippa, I have gained confidence and knowledge in this aspect of my business. Not only has she made sense of everything for me, but also explained it to me in terms I understand and given me the tools to be able to manage it myself. I could not recommend her highly enough and just wish I had found her earlier."
Tania Differding, co-owner and director, Achtung Campers
"Philippa has helped me focus on my business more effectively. Our regular meetings have helped to create more positive and successful outcomes. I think Philippa has an easy communication style which makes the whole process easier."
Mandy Lovett, owner and director, Eye Gallery optometrists & fashion eyewear
"Philippa showed excellent analytical skills, great attention to detail, ability to work a project from start to finish, always adhering to our objectives, operating with the minimum of supervision and support, and good follow up post project to ensure we were satisfied with the work and targets were met."
Peter Dorling, Business Manager at Avalon Airport
"Philippa was engaged as our consultant on the SuccessMap program. She asked all the hard questions, making Leon and I search our market position, understand our finance and resource management of our business more thoroughly than we ever have before. Thank you for your great understanding, assistance and business acumen. We look forward to continuing to work with you to achieve our business goals in 2016 and beyond."
Briony Darcy, principal and co-founder, de atelier architects
"Having worked along side Philippa, I have seen first hand the way Philippa observes, provides analysis and solutions and then follows up to achieve positive results."
Barry Allen, divisional director at GForce
"Having exceptional interpersonal skills, Philippa was the greatest asset to the program. Hands on management accounting skills were invaluable in accelerating our business plan and making us accountable for ensuring items on our 'to do' list were achieved in a timely manner. Clarity in direction and peace of mind for a husband and wife business team."
Amanda Ferry, director at GOOP websites
"I have been working with Philippa Bakes as part of the state government SuccessMap program. Philippa has been excellent in assisting me in analysing my business, the market and developing a plan forward to achieve my goals. Her professional approach and wealth of experience has been extremely useful for my business and me personally. I look forward continuing to work with Philippa in driving my business to greater success."
Renato Trentin, Managing Director at Geelong Telephone Company
"I feel like the whole program so far has been enlightening and a wonderful way for me to learn about my business today and for tomorrow. Philippa was also very knowledgeable and warm and understanding. It has been great, feeling inspired, thank you Philippa!"
Petra Joly, Managing Director at Newtown Natural Fertility & IVF Support
"Philippa provided excellent advice on ways the business could progress in a very competitive market. Philippa was not only a wealth of business knowledge, but the way she conveyed necessary information was in a friendly and professional manner. Philippa displayed empathy and guidance during the entire process. Philippa was always prepared to go the extra mile with advice and assistance. The results that Philippa produced were precise, concise and to the point, and in an easy to read and understand format. I have no hesitation in recommending Philippa to any business, large or small."
Brad Keating, Manager at Clearwater Property Care (social enterprise)
"Philippa Bakes has been a wealth of knowledge and very supportive to help me come up with a very strong overall business plan. I can't speak highly enough of Philippa and her contribution to our organisation."
Rikki Raadsveld, CEO at Rainbow Riders