Brisbane & Gold Coast Office
- Monday 7.30 am - 5 pm
- Tuesday 7.30 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 7.30 am - 5 pm
- Thursday 7.30 am - 5 pm
- Friday 7.30 am - 5 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Gold Coast & Brisbane Financial Advisors You Can Trust
When facing financial difficulties, it is important to get comprehensive advice that is practical enough to act on.
Everything from small business debt restructuring, business restructures, creditor negotiations, liquidation, voluntary administrations to personal asset protection and bankruptcy – we can help you navigate the minefield of insolvency to ensure you get the best outcome possible.
How it Works
If you are considering a Business restructure, de Jonge Read will review your situation carefully. We consider both business and personal aspects.
We then prepare a written recommendation on how to achieve the best outcome possible in your unique situation. We do this at no initial cost to you!
- 1 Schedule a no-fee consultation with one of our strategists
- 2 A no-obligation tailored strategy is prepared to suit your individual circumstances
- 3 Once signed up, you’ll have the Brisbane & Gold Coast Strategic Team to look after you. Our team is here to hold your hand throughout the process
Our Brisbane Team
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Cassie Skreblin
Head of Strategy
Cassie comes from an extensive finance and insurance background. Within the finance industry, Cassie gained vast experience in commercial finance and SMSF lending, as well as multi-property portfolio structuring.
Cassie’s negotiation skills are second to none and her exceptional problem-solving skills coupled with impressive financial analysis skills enable her to understand complex financial situation. With a Bachelor of Accounting, Cassie has the knowledge and technical skills to compliment her client focus and enable her to design market leading strategies.
Cassie is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for her clients and helping them to achieve financial stability. -
Amber Steele
Strategist
Amber is a seasoned professional with a comprehensive background in small business management, showcasing a deep understanding of a diverse array of organisational duties and responsibilities. Armed with a Bachelor of Criminology, her academic foundation equips her with the adept application of legal concepts and relevant precedents crucial for success in her field.
Amber has a wealth of experience in project managing insolvency strategies. Her expertise extends to guiding clients through challenging circumstances and administering personal and corporate strategies with a track record of successful outcomes. Amber’s commitment to excellence is evident in her dedication to achieving optimal results for her clients, a quality that aligns seamlessly with the firm’s core values.
Amber exemplifies the firm’s core values in every aspect of her work, ensuring a steadfast commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and client satisfaction.
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Darren Addison
Strategist
Darren is a true all-rounder in all matters concerning banking and finance. Before his successful career in the insolvency industry, he worked for a major Australian bank as a Senior Business Banking Manager for over 20 years.
Within the banking industry Darren gained vast expertise in new business start-ups, impaired asset management, creditor approvals and business recoveries. This impressive background allows Darren to give insightful advice and strategize the different options available when clients face financial difficulty.
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Vees Naicker
Strategist
Vees is an experienced professional with a robust background of more than a decade in both corporate and personal insolvency. Having contributed significantly to a diverse insolvency regime, Vees has gained vast experience in navigating complex financial challenges, implementing strategic solutions, and safeguarding stakeholders’ interests.
This vast background allows Vees to analyze distressing and challenging situations and developing recovery plans whilst ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
Vees is committed to mitigating financial risks and maximizing value for clients in times of financial distress.
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Hank de Jonge
Executive Director
Hank has had an extensive and varied business career. As well as holding a senior management position in a Top 100 company, in a previous role Hank also bought and sold numerous businesses in a wide range of industries. This experience has given Hank unique insight into business and finance matters generally, and project management skills that are second to none.
Due to his life experience, Hank is mindful of the immense personal distress business owners go through when a business falls into financial difficulty. After establishing de Jonge Read in 2006 Hank has been passionate about delivering comprehensive advice for individuals and company directors experiencing financial distress. His high level of empathy and excellent project management skills make Hank ideally placed to assist clients through difficult times. He always strives to achieve the best possible outcome for clients and key stakeholders when navigating the insolvency framework.
Hank’s genuine care, clear communication and straightforward advise has guided thousands of business owners in the most effective way possible through restructuring, asset protection and insolvency strategies.
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Dallon London
State Manager
Dallon’s executive career spans multiple countries and industries focussed on helping and enabling clients to achieve their best outcomes. He has led commercial and operational teams in businesses ranging from technology start-ups to corporations with an annual turnover of hundreds of millions of dollars.
With tertiary qualifications in Science, Change Management, and an MBA (Finance & Marketing), Dallon is able to understand, interpret and cut through the technical jargon to simplify complex problems and communicate what really matters.
Dallon is passionate about the impact that expert advice and empathy have on guiding and supporting clients through challenging business and personal circumstances.
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Adele Turnbull
Administration Manager
Adele has a comprehensive background in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors specialising in Administration and Finance. With certificates in accounting, bookkeeping & business management and a diploma in Training, Design & Development,
Adele brings a great blend of skills and experience. She is passionate about seeing those around her thriving.
Outside of work, Adele enjoys coffee with friends and relaxing with her children and grandchildren. -
Jelena Hahn
Operations Manager
Jelena is a CPA with extensive experience in accounting, banking & finance, and business management services. She has had a number of roles in her career including HR Manager and Business Banking Manager for a major Australian bank, Partner and Practice Manager in two accounting firms, managed a successful allied health practice as well as her own business providing consulting services to small and medium businesses.
Jelena has also previously worked as a Strategist with de Jonge Read. With an extensive experience as a Strategist, Jelena is highly skilled at both the development and implementation of strategies designed to achieve the best possible outcome for clients. As the leader of our team of Strategy Support Officers, Jelena is passionate about helping our team grow and develop to ensure we provide the highest level of service possible for our clients.
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Laura Williams
Assistant Operations Manager
Laura has an extensive background in administration and customer service. Her practical experience is expanded by a Bachelor of Business qualification.
Laura has been working in pre-insolvency since 2019 and her favourite part of the job is seeing people’s lives improve from skilfully implemented strategies.
In her spare time she is an avid sports fan and plays representative netball.
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Farha Khan
Strategy Support Officer
Farha has broad skillset and knowledge in administering personal bankruptcies. Her bankruptcy experience is gained from working with the Australian Financial Security Authority. She has also gained extensive knowledge in forensic investigations and risk consulting from working overseas in the United Arab Emirates.
Farha is a specialist in negotiations on behalf of de Jonge Read clients. With her local and international work experience and her exceptional skills, Farha manages the often complex process of pre-insolvency with ease. Farha is passionate about achieving the best outcome possible for her clients and wishes to see them overcome any hardship.
Farha enjoys travelling and spending time outdoors with her family.
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Vicki Armfield
Strategy Support Officer
Vicki has been with de Jonge Read since 2009 and during that time she has been able to assist hundreds of clients. Vicki has a strong compassion for her clients and she understands the pressures that clients face when dealing with financial difficulties. Vicki loves to see her clients achieving the best possible outcome.
When not at work, Vicki’s time is spent with her beautiful daughter. -
Reanna Hogg
Strategy Support Officer
Reanna has extensive experience in Administration and Customer Service, where she has honed her skills in communication, problem-solving, and organisation. Her passion for helping others drives her to create positive experiences for clients.
With a Diploma in Business, Reanna possesses a solid foundation in essential business principles, including management, finance, and marketing.
She relocated from New Zealand in 2023 and takes great pride in her Māori heritage. Previously, she worked in an Indigenous Land Court, where she gained valuable insights into cultural issues and legal processes that impact her community.
In her free time, Reanna enjoys travelling, watching sports and spending time with her whānau (family).
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Sharnna Brose
Strategy Support Officer
Sharnna has an extensive background in customer service roles, having worked in a retail pharmacy. This experience in dealing with clients has helped Sharnna grow her understanding of her customers at a personal level. Working in a dynamic environment also instilled the importance of attention to detail and proper time management. With her strong people skills and broad customer service experience Sharnna is ideally placed to assist our clients through difficult times.
Sharnna also has a broad knowledge on general business affairs having competed in business competitions for both the University of Queensland and the Queensland University of Technology.
Outside of work Sharnna has a keen interest in digital media marketing applications and is currently undertaking degrees in Film and Television and Information Technology. -
Lorrell Hayek
Strategy Support Officer
Lorrell has an extensive background in administrative roles. A good team player, Lorrell has worked in customer service and co-ordinator roles within both corporate and small business entities. This diverse range of experience means she understands the different pressures placed on business owners and how stressful this can be. Lorrell’s solid commitment, positive attitude, and willingness to help others allows her to excel in the Strategy Support Officer role.
Outside of work, Lorrell enjoys spending time with her family and plotting around in her vegetable gardens.
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Charlett Paulsen
Strategy Support Officer
Charlett brings extensive expertise in management, finance, and marketing.
Her analytical mindset and passion for complex corporate structures empower implement sophisticated strategies with exceptional precision.
Holding a Diploma in Business and currently pursuing further studies in Business Law, Charlett is sharpening her ability to navigate the intricacies of the corporate landscape with a focus on corporate law.Known for her empathy, compassion, and unwavering dedication, Charlett ensures that her clients feel supported and guided at every stage of their journey. Her commitment to client success drives her to deliver the best possible outcomes, fostering strong, trust-based relationships and enabling businesses to thrive.
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Dee Aulich
Strategy Support Officer
Dee is a seasoned professional with diverse experience across several fields. With a background in management within the warehousing sector and hands-on experience as a support worker, Dee has developed a strong foundation in operational efficiency and client support. Additionally, Dee has successfully managed their own family business, showcasing entrepreneurial skills and strategic oversight.
Outside of professional pursuits, Dee has a keen interest in the e-commerce industry and stays actively engaged with its latest trends and developments. A strong advocate for family and community, Dee values time spent with a large, close-knit family and is actively involved in local community activities, particularly those related to children’s sports and extracurricular programs.
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Jasmin Wallace
Administration & Marketing / Events Support Officer
Jasmin has been in Management, Recruitment, Events & Administration roles in various industries for all of her working career.
She has a Diploma in Business and is incredibly well-rounded & versatile in her skillsets. She is always looking for new challenges or opportunities to broaden her knowledge.
Outside of work, she loves spending quality time with her family, step-children, friends, and her 2 fur babies.
Fun facts:
- Jasmin represented Australia in an international basketball competition against America at the age of 18.
- She once flew a plane during her time in the Air Force Cadets.
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Angelie Balaro
Bookkeeper & Payroll Admin
Angelie has over 8 years of accounting experience handling general accounts, cash flows, balance sheet reviews and bank reconciliation. With a strong sense of urgency and accountability, she goes the extra mile to ensure work is done in a timely and organized manner. Being collaborative and a team player, she works closely with other colleagues to ensure that clients are provided with the highest level of service.
On her free days, Angelie loves to travel and adventure, from trekking and camping and going to the beach to overseas travel where she loves to immerse herself in the local culture and lifestyle.
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John Palermo
Compliance Manager
John has more than 30 years of experience as a lawyer.
He has practised in several jurisdictions and across different industries. From a background of being a partner in a major Brisbane law firm to the General Counsel of a mining services and engineering company, John developed a strong foundation in commercial law and litigation. This expertise and commercial experience enable him to see the big picture without losing sight of the detail.
John brings this skill set and experience to the role of Compliance Manager and is committed to ensuring that our strategies are always legal and appropriate and will achieve the best outcome for the client in their unique circumstances.
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Adam Lomsargis
Partnership Executive
Adam has 20 years experience in financial services across a broad range of sectors, including personal finance, capital markets and financial planning. He has also worked in compliance and bank guarantees.
In more recent years, Adam has been creating the best strategies for business owners to protect and grow their wealth.
Adam is particularly passionate about assisting company directors in financial distress. Adam sees his role as one of educating and connecting people to better strategies that improve their financial circumstances and get them back on track so they can focus on what they do best and grow their business.
He is also a keen sports fan, though he prefers to stay active and play sports rather than watch them in a stadium or on TV.
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Paul Young
Partnership Executive
Paul has a strong focus on assisting company directors and individuals through financial difficulties when they occur.
He has over 25 years of Banking Finance and Insurance experience largely attained in the New Zealand markets. He has also owned and operated a few businesses which has provided unique and varied insights into business operations.
Paul has strong communication and a genuine interest in his clients. His goal is to help achieve a positive outcome for the client and all stakeholders.
Outside work, Paul loves to spend time with his family, with life revolving around his son’s sports as well as trying to exhaust their Dalmatian dog at the beach.
If you have a client who is facing financial difficulties and want to have a chat, Paul is happy to make himself available.
